Roof Edge Protection Lancashire

Roof edge protection Lancashire is a necessity for any construction site to ensure the safety of the construction site workers. To guarantee protection when working on a roof of substantial height, there are many different forms of roof edge protection that can be installed onto the roof’s perimeter.

The UK building regulation requires the roof edge guardrail to contain a minimum of two horizontal rails with a minimum height of 3ft 7.3 inches. The guardrail and all other methods of roof edge protection have to be established by the regulating standards to clarify that it is suitable for use.

It is important that the manufacturer of your roof edge protection provides your company with test reports of both the internal and external of the protection form if applicable, they also provide a detailed analysis of if that form of protection is suitable for the intended use, this also includes whether it is suitable in both wet and dry conditions, has a safe roof pitch and performance. A sufficient risk assessment is also required before being used to ensure that the product is safe and suitable for working conditions.

The different types of roof edge protection Lancashire include:

Rooftop guardrail –

Rooftop guardrails are a popular choice of roof edge protection in Lancashire. It is long lasting and durable, it is designed to last decades to ensure maximum safety and protection throughout its use. It also has handrail corrosion resistance to certify that it will survive throughout all harsh weather conditions. These rooftop guardrails are also flexible, allowing this roof protection to be installed around a vast range of obstacles and height changes within the space you are installing this protection. This form of roof edge protection also is non-penetrating, meaning that your roof will still be in tact, keeping its warranty and preventing it from any leaks that may have been caused by a penetrating rooftop guardrail.

Parapet and wall mounted guardrail –

Parapet and wall mounted guardrails are another popular form of roof edge protection found and used in Lancashire. It is a compact choice of roof edge protection, and also has low impact on your chosen roof, reducing the chances of any potential damage, changing your roof warranty. It is also one of the cheaper alternatives of roof edge protection, selling at cheaper prices that most of the free-standing roof edge systems.

Installing roof edge protection e.g. guardrails, straight onto the top of a roof parapet or on the side of a wall on the roof is one of the most cost effective ways of providing your rooftops full perimeter with fall protection, ensuring the safety of those working within the roof for both short and prolonged periods of time.