Designing a handrail to protect edges

One of the biggest risks in industrial settings and public places is a fall from a ledge. No matter the height, the drop could result in serious injury. The higher it gets though, the bigger the risk of injuries being fatal. With that in mind, it is important to think about edge protection. A sturdy handrail can be the perfect option.

When to have rails?

In industrial settings there can be all kinds of locations where there is a risk of a fall. For example it could be a balcony above a shop floor. It could even be a gantry in a warehouse or manufacturing plant. You can sometimes find these around large pieces of machinery to allow people to monitor and repair them.

Many industrial buildings also have walkways on the roofs. These can provide access to an array of amenities or be in place to allow people to clean the roofing and guttering. Whatever the reason for having them, it is absolutely crucial to protect people when they are on the roof. With that in mind you may need handrails to line all of the walkways. You may also need additional ones to mark the edge of the roof itself.

Handrails are also vital for stairwells. You need them to protect people as they ascend and descend. However, you also need to think about landings and edges. It may be necessary to continue the railings to prevent people from falling here. This can save them from serious injuries.

Even things like loading bays can benefit from handrails. The railings can effectively mark the edge of the bay and create a barrier that will prevent people from stepping off the edge. This can be even more important if they will be pushing pallets or driving forklifts as their vision may be obscured.

Do you want us to design a handrail for you?

Barrier Mart appreciates how hazardous industrial and public places can be. We can help though, offering a range of high quality products like handrails, barriers, and bollards. As a result we have plenty of options that can provide suitable edge protection in different locations.

If you are looking for a handrail, our key and clamp system could be perfect for you. It is one of the very best options when it comes to versatility. This is because there is a choice of clamps, including corners, angles, and inclines to suit different needs. Each clamp will hold the tubing safely in place. There is no need for tube bending here.

So, if you want to discuss your needs with us, please get in touch. We offer key and clamp rails in different diameters to give our clients even more options. In addition, we can arrange installation.