Search results
1 sie 2020 · A guard rail with a 10,000-pound impact rating means it should prevent a forklift from driving through it at a speed of 4 mph or less. The goal of an industrial guard rail is to maintain...
18 kwi 2017 · OSHA’s fall protection and guardrail requirements along with the International Building Code (IBC) are standards all builders, contractors and construction workers should follow for optimal building safety.
Guardrails are designed to create a physical barrier that will help reduce the risk of falls, collisions, or other hazards. Guard rail systems include roads and highways, construction sites, staircases and walkways, bridges and overpasses, roof edges, sports facilities, or pedestrian areas.
1 mar 2007 · In the face of OSHA's posture of such stiff enforcement of violations of the construction guardrails standards, the safety coordinator often recommends the erection of temporary, job-made...
Guardrails and railings are used as fall protection systems or to establish controlled access zones. Falls occur when workers move from their center of gravity beyond a point of recovery, and may result in serious physical injury or bodily harm.
By understanding the purpose, requirements, materials and benefits associated with guard rails, employers and workers can establish a safer work environment that complies with OSHA regulations.
The Hilmerson Safety Rail System™ is the ideal solution for passive leading-edge fall protection in stadium construction, high-rise construction, bridge construction, excavations, floor openings, and elevator shafts commonly found on construction sites. It’s also an excellent solution for pedestrian control.
