Guardrail Fall Protection Systems
Passive fall protection systems for edges, openings, and elevated surfaces.
guardrail solutions
Guardrail systems provide passive fall protection by preventing access to fall hazards along exposed edges, openings, and elevated walking or working surfaces. These systems do not require worker attachment or active use and are commonly installed as permanent or semi-permanent safety controls.
Applications for guardrail systems include:
- Roof perimeters and leading edges
- Elevated walkways and access paths
- Mezzanines and interior platforms
- Loading docks and truck bays
- Stair landings and ramp edges
- Open-sided floors and elevated work surfaces
- Roof hatches, skylights, and floor openings
- Equipment platforms and maintenance areas
- Balconies, catwalks, and service corridors
guardrail installation and integration
We install guardrail systems as part of new construction, retrofits, and facility safety upgrades. Installations are coordinated to align with existing structures and site conditions while maintaining compliance with applicable OSHA requirements, such as OSHA 1910 and OSHA 1926. Where applicable, guardrail installation may be coordinated with other fall protection systems to support comprehensive hazard control.
benefits of guardrail
Installation without disruption
Guardrail systems can be installed efficiently with minimal disruption to site operations.
reduced training requirements
Because guardrails function as a passive system, they require less user training and ongoing supervision compared to personal fall arrest systems. This can simplify safety programs in areas with frequent access or multiple users.
durable, long-term protection
Our guardrail systems are engineered using high-quality materials that can hold up under harsh conditions. Each component goes through comprehensive testing to ensure it exceeds industry standards for strength and resilience.
predictable compliance
Guardrail systems provide a clear, code-defined means of fall protection. When properly designed and installed, they meet applicable regulatory requirements without relying on worker behavior or personal protective equipment.
Types of guardrail systems
We install both fixed and non-penetrating guardrail systems, with options selected based on site conditions and use.
All guardrails meet OSHA requirements for top rail height, midrails, screens, mesh, and related criteria.
Non-penetrating rooftop guardrail
Non-penetrating roof guardrail systems provide perimeter protection without penetrating the roof membrane, using weighted or counterbalanced designs to maintain compliance.
Ground-based guardrail
Ground-based guardrails are modular fall protection barriers used at ground level to provide fall protection and traffic control in industrial, commercial, and public spaces. These systems create safe walking areas, restrict access to hazardous zones, and can be easily reconfigured without specialized welding.
Mobile/Portable guardrail
Portable guardrail systems provide temporary fall protection for changing work areas and short-term access needs, without permanent installation.
Fixed rooftop guardrail
A fixed rooftop guardrail is a permanent, anchored fall protection system providing a barrier against roof edge, skylight, and other fall hazards.
Guardrail inspection and ongoing compliance
Guardrail systems require periodic inspections to remain compliant and fit for use. We provide inspection and recertification services aligned with applicable OSHA requirements, including 29 CFR 1910.29 and 29 CFR 1926.502(b), as applicable.
Inspections confirm system condition, configuration, and installation against regulatory and manufacturer requirements. Clear documentation is provided to support ongoing compliance, safety reviews, and audits.
ACROSS THE UNITED STATES SINCE 1998
Engineering, fabricating, and installing guardrail fall protection
We provide OSHA-compliant guardrail systems through integrated engineering, fabrication, and installation services, coordinated to meet site conditions and applicable code requirements.
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