4. What codes apply to your guardrail?
We found a lack of understanding, most often in this area. We noticed in India IS 4912 code is ancient and needs updating as per OSHA or EN code. They talk about a lot and set the minimum safety standard that employers must provide. For rooftops, we do not have any set standards. Edge protection and safety in roof work require an area of consideration. Check your local regulations and company standard to select the correct guardrail.
You might have a presumption that welded railing only offers good strength. Still, proven evidence is that EnduRail built from Structural Fittings and slip-on pipe fittings, has surpassed the load requirement of OSHA and EN standards if configured correctly.
5. How fast do you need the guardrail to install?
Installing guardrails is part of project management. Procurement and execution both involve proper detailing. Mild steel welded guardrail needs site welding, grinding, and post-fabrication sandblasting and painting. All are time-consuming and skilled staff requirement jobs. Prefabricated GI railing management is not easy. You have to consider volume management and transit damages. If a small part needs modification or procurement, the handover process will get delayed and, in turn, project.
A modular aluminum guardrail system is easy to procure, manage and install without a skilled workforce. Procure structural fittings and pipes in pre-coated finish and start the installation as the project progresses. On-site modification and dismantling are also easy if required.
6. How do you want the guardrail to look?
Why does the look of the guardrail matter if safety is the only important thing? Of course, ensuring that the guardrail you choose is appropriate to your location and maintains the correct safety parameters is vital. However, compliance is not the only element of a proper solution.
In the Industrial area, during regular operations, guardrails are the first visible barrier when visitors enter the premises. Branding is also essential to a company’s success; for instance, yellow is often connected to construction, and it can give off that feel to visitors to your facility. Industrial modular Aluminum looks to become more popular over the years. Likewise, making a gray and silver finish combination more appealing in water treatment facilities. If you have a professional building with glass windows and a bright yellow guardrail on the roof, you tend to send mixed signals on what’s important to you. Often the color of the guardrail will set the tone of the environment.
Color isn’t the only aesthetic. Do you like the welded look? Welding has pros and cons; you’ll have to consider that when choosing. For example, many construction rails are sold in panels, which will have gaps and show a less cohesive system. Maybe you like that. Or perhaps you prefer to have a guardrail that looks like one solid and continuous piece. Selection of appearance with available options and finish with durability make sense in selection.
Whatever the reasons, make sure that you consider this as you make your choice.
Choosing the right guardrail can be more involved than the project may initially expect. However, you now know some essential things to consider as you pursue a safe and healthy work environment.
Need help? We have a team of professionals that can help you sort through each of these questions to find the right solution for you.
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