Defining safe work at height & rescue
What we do
Vertra provides consultancy and guidance to industries involved in extensive work at height. We support our clients with a range services to ensure legal compliance and the implementation of safe, efficient methods of work, including effective rescue and evacuation.
As an associate company of The heightec Group, we have significant experience of work and rescue across a diverse range of sectors, including renewables, construction, emergency services and logistics.
With more than 30 years experience, Vertra are trusted partners for businesses who are committed to the implemention of best practice in working methods and emergency procedures.
Our services
Rescue provision
Assess, plan, and develop customised rescue strategies tailored to your specific needs. We provide specialised training designed to equip your teams with the skills and confidence to respond effectively in critical situations. Our expert-led approach ensures preparedness, efficiency, and safety, empowering your team to handle emergencies with precision and resilience.
Site safety audits
Auditing against client or applicable industry requirements: Systematic examination of your organisational practices, processes and facilities, to ensure compliance with safety standards, regulations and policies. The primary objective is to identify hazards, assess risks, and verify that safety measures are effectively implemented.
Emergency planning
Effectively respond to accidents or incidents that could occur during work at height to ensure swift, safe and efficient rescues, minimising injury and reducing risk to both workers and rescuers. Carry out independent emergency exercises and multi-agency exercises.
Rescue system & PPE selection
Providing guidance and advice in specifying and choosing the most appropriate equipment for your specific work at height and rescue needs, ensuring both safety and compliance.
When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change
What our clients say
Safety Manager, Magnox North
"...provided exactly what we required for the use of our equipment and the new rescue kit... opened our eyes to other needs around the building."
Palace Theatre, Manchester
