Simple Solution for Non-Simple Handrail Projects
EnduRail Structural pipe fitting, also known as a slip-on pipe fitting, tube clamp fittings, or pipe clamp is used to build structures such as handrails, guardrails, modular barricades, solar panel support, and other types of pipe or tubular structure. Endurail fittings are the best option for DIY enthusiasts for more creative applications such as bench, […]
Areas where Industrial Safety Gates are Needed
You need to provide total protection for the sake of the person who is working at heights. Industrial self-closing safety gates are a measure of fall protection or barrier protection that protect an area of movement. Here are two areas where an industrial safety gate will help to protect people from fall / injury. Ladder […]
Tanker and Bowser Truck Safety Hazards: Do You Know the Risks?
Working on a tanker is a grueling job with large hours and even larger physical demands over the duration of a haul. Certain drivers or operators will be required to climb atop their trailers 4 (four) or more times a day. Speaking with them and hearing some of their stories points out to a few […]
Anchor Points vs. Horizontal Lifelines: What is ideal?
Anchor points and horizontal lifelines are part of Personal Fall Arrest Systems which means that when you use them, a fall must occur. Handrail like EnduRail is the safest solution when installed and do not allow your employee to fall in the first place. However, let’s assume you’ve considered rails already and have determined […]
Modular Aluminum Handrails: High on Endurance, low in Cost of Ownership
Poor conditions of Handrails Discourage employees to use them as a regular Safety Practice & leads to fatal or serious injuries in case of accidents. The deprived condition of corroded / weak handrails put not only employees at risk but to organizations also. This hazards exacerbate when Handrails are used on Large Water Retaining structures […]
Creating a Safe Walkway
In a physical battle between man vs. machine, the machine is going to win…especially when that machine is a rolling piece of equipment weighing thousands of Kgs. Hoping pedestrians and operators are smart enough to avoid a tragic incident is not an acceptable – or highly effective – safety precaution. What can be done […]
Safe Access to Rooftop Solar Installations-Rooftop Railing & Walkway
Rooftop Solar Installations are growing, so grows the need of people working on roof and their safety. On a metal roof there are many safety concerns. The metal ribs of standing seam roof and Crest of troughed sheet can cause a significant trip hazard. Additionally, the metal roof may not be designed for people to be […]
THE MOST COMMON WAREHOUSE SAFETY & MEZZANINE FALL HAZARDS
In a warehouse environment, there are many hazards that workers are exposed to as they perform their duties. Many warehouses utilize mezzanines and elevated platforms to store equipment, materials, and supplies since growing upwards is more efficient than expanding the warehouse’s footprint. These platforms represent a potential falling hazard, both for workers on the platform […]
Safe Access Solution that Lasts for Decades
There are many types of work platforms: aerial work platforms (such as scissor lifts), scaffolding, or prefabricated, permanently installed platforms. Which one you choose to use depends on the type of work you plan on doing and the duration of that work. These platforms provide safe, easy access as well as ergonomic positioning for the […]
OSHA does not allow chains to be used as fall protection anymore
However, due to this change in OSHA’s code, safety gates have become the go-to option for fall protection. That being the case, we wanted to give in-depth look into the mechanics of the safety gate and why they are a great option for fall protection on ladders or work platforms. What Makes Up A Safety […]
