If the job you do involves working from a height, then there are a number of strict rules and regulations you need to follow. These rules vary depending on where you are, how heigh you are and what work you are doing. Your employer should make sure that you have all the necessary safety equipment you need to carry out the task properly.
If you are self employed then you may be responsible for ensuring you have the correct equipment yourself. Often you will not be allowed to work on your own when working from a height as if you did fall no one would be around to help you.
You need to check what your insurance policy covers you for an whether you need to take out any additional cover when working from a height. It may be that they make stipulations that you need to adhere to along with any industry rules and regulations.
If you are asked to do a job that you don’t feel safe in doing then it is vital that you voice your concerns and ensure that they are acted on before proceeding as it is not worth the risk to your health.