Solar · For traders
What access and scaffolding arrangements are expected for roof solar work?
Short answer
Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply. Plan the work, risk-assess it, use competent people and avoid, prevent or mitigate falls, usually with scaffold edge protection or edge protection to BS EN 13374. MIS 3002 requires risk assessments before site work and notes that PV combines electric-shock, fall and manual-handling hazards. Scaffold design should follow NASC TG20.
Last checked 24 September 2026 · 1 source
In more detail
- MIS 3002 cl.5.1.5; BS EN 13374 in MIS references.
- Plan for fragile roof elements (skylights) and maintenance access (cl.5.6.2).
- TG20 current version not verified (NASC pages unavailable).
The facts, dated
- 01Work at Height Regulations SI number — 2005/735
regulation · GB · checked 24 September 2026 · hse.gov.uk
Sources
- hse.gov.uk — www.hse.gov.uk/work-at-height/the-law.htm
Last checked: 24 September 2026