Working at height remains one of the biggest safety risks across the construction, industrial, infrastructure and maintenance sectors. Whether you’re carrying out roofing work, façade installation or structural repairs, protecting workers from falls isn’t just good practice—it’s a legal and moral responsibility.
At Safety Pack Ltd, we’ve dedicated years to developing innovative fall protection solutions that help businesses create safer working environments. Our Fall-Pac Unit is the most cost-effective fall arrest bag on the market, combining exceptional performance with fast installation and industry-leading coverage.
What Are Fall Arrest Units?
A fall arrest unit is a collective fall protection system designed to safely absorb the impact of a worker falling from height. Rather than relying on personal protective equipment alone, fall arrest units provide a cushioned landing area beneath the work zone to minimise injury should a fall occur.
Often referred to as fall arrest bags, fall protection bags or soft landing systems, these inflatable safety devices are commonly used in areas where guardrails, scaffolding or safety nets are impractical.
They are particularly effective because they protect everyone working above them without requiring each worker to be individually attached to an anchor point.
How Do Fall Arrest Units Work?
Fall arrest units are positioned directly beneath the working area before work begins.
When installed correctly, they create a large, continuous impact-absorbing surface capable of reducing the force generated during a fall.
The system works by:
- Absorbing the energy created during impact
- Reducing the risk of serious injury
- Providing collective protection for multiple workers
- Covering hazardous areas where falls are most likely to occur
Unlike traditional safety systems, modern inflatable fall arrest bags are quick to install and can easily be repositioned as projects progress.
At Safety Pack Ltd, our Fall-Pac Unit has been designed with efficiency and practicality in mind.
Why choose the Fall-Pac Unit?
Our customers choose the Fall-Pac Unit because it offers:
- The most cost-effective fall arrest bag on the market
- Industry-leading 1.61m² coverage per unit—the largest currently available
- Lightweight construction for simple transportation and installation
- Installation in just a matter of minutes
- Delivery within 48 hours
- Exceptional versatility across multiple industries
The result is faster project setup, reduced labour costs and improved worker protection.
Where Are Fall Arrest Units Used?
Fall arrest units are suitable for a wide variety of projects where employees are working above ground level.
Typical applications include:
- Construction sites
- Roofing projects
- Timber frame construction
- Steel frame erection
- House building
- Maintenance work
- Refurbishment projects
- Industrial facilities
- Warehouses
- Infrastructure works
Because they’re portable and modular, they can easily adapt as site conditions change.
Why Collective Fall Protection Matters
Many people immediately think of harnesses when considering work at height.
While personal fall protection has its place, collective protection is often the preferred solution because it protects everyone working within the area rather than relying on individual users correctly fitting and using PPE.
Benefits include:
- No specialist harness training required for every worker
- Protection for multiple operatives simultaneously
- Faster installation
- Reduced downtime
- Lower long-term costs
- Improved site efficiency
This is why fall arrest bags are becoming an increasingly popular choice for contractors across the UK.
UK Safety Regulations for Working at Height
In the UK, employers have a legal duty to protect employees working at height under the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
The regulations require employers to:
- Avoid working at height where possible
- Prevent falls using suitable equipment
- Minimise the distance and consequences of any fall where risks cannot be eliminated
- Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and inspected
- Carry out suitable risk assessments before work begins
Choosing appropriate fall protection equipment isn’t simply about compliance—it helps create safer working environments while reducing the likelihood of costly accidents and delays.
Why Quality Matters
Not all fall arrest systems are created equal.
Inferior products may provide inadequate protection, have limited coverage or take considerably longer to install.
At Safety Pack Ltd, safety is at the heart of everything we do.
Our customers trust us because every product is supported by extensive research, testing and continuous development.
Your employees work at height—the riskiest environment there is. That’s why fall arrest bags are more than recommended; they are essential.
Each year, falls from height continue to result in thousands of workplace injuries and tragic fatalities. Our mission is simple: to ensure your workforce never becomes part of those statistics.
Achieving this requires two things:
- Superior fall protection solutions.
- Rigorous product testing and continuous innovation.
Our unique in-house testing facility enables us to continually develop, assess and improve our products, ensuring they deliver reliable protection when it matters most.
Why Choose Safety Pack Ltd?
When you invest in a fall protection solution, you need confidence that it will perform when lives depend on it.
Safety Pack Ltd offers:
- The most cost-effective fall arrest bags on the market
- Industry-leading 1.61m² coverage
- Lightweight, portable design
- Installation in minutes
- Delivery within 48 hours
- Versatile solutions suitable for multiple industries
- Continuous product development and in-house testing
- Expert support from a team dedicated to workplace safety
Whether you’re protecting workers on a housing development, industrial facility or commercial construction project, our solutions are designed to deliver dependable protection without compromising productivity.
Protect Your Workforce with Safety Pack Ltd
Falls from height remain one of the leading causes of serious workplace accidents, but with the right collective protection system, those risks can be significantly reduced.
Our Fall-Pac Unit has been engineered to make sites safer while remaining practical, affordable and easy to use.
If you’re looking for a reliable, cost-effective fall protection solution, our team is here to help you find the right system for your project.
Contact Safety Pack Ltd today to learn more about the Fall-Pac Unit and discover why contractors across the UK trust us to keep their teams safe.