Roof Edge Intermediate Set – Premium Safety Barrier for Industrial & Commercial Roofs!

Material & Safety Specifications

Regulatory Compliance

When installed according to approved instructions, the Roof Edge Protection System meets or exceeds the following UK building and health & safety regulations:

• BS 8180:2011 – Code of practice for fall protection systems

• BS EN 13374:2004 – Temporary edge protection systems

• BS 4592-0:2006+A1:2012 – Industrial flooring and stair treads

• BS EN ISO 14122-3:2001+A1:2010 – Safety of machinery – Permanent means of access

• UK HSE Work at Height (Amendment) Regulations 2007

Wind and Performance Standards

• Wind Load Resistance: Compliant with BS 6399: Part 2:1995 for wind loadings

• Performance Benchmarks: Surpasses standards outlined in:

  • HSE Specialist Inspector Report No. 15

  • HSG33 – Health and Safety in Roof Work

Structural Requirements

• Galvanisation: All steel components are hot-dip galvanised to BS EN ISO 1461:2009, ensuring long-term protection against corrosion.

• System Height: The assembled guardrail should reach 1100 mm in height.

• Handrail Spacing: Centre rails positioned at 500 mm intervals.

• Kickplate Requirement: A 100 mm toe board (Kickflat) is required, unless an existing upstand provides sufficient protection.

Installation Guidelines

• Post Spacing: Vertical uprights must be positioned every 3 metres.

• Counterweight Configuration:

  • Each upright is stabilised with a 22 kg weight connected via a 1.2 m outrigger.

  • Double weights are required at the ends of each guardrail run for enhanced stability.