How to manage safety on mezzanine floors
22 Sep 2020
Mezzanine and other high-level platforms can be used for storage purposes if built and used effectively. These platforms can be of benefit for companies in need of extra capacity within their factories or warehouse facilities without the need to extend or even move location. Health and safety should always be at the forefront of operations and warehouse design/planning, pallet gates can help make businesses more efficient as well as safer.
The HSE states that all companies should ensure their mezzanine floors have protection and safety loading pallet gates to prevent workers from falling. Employers should refer to the following guidances for safety:
BS EN ISO 14122-3:2016 Stairs, stepladders, handrails, safety gates and mezzanine gates. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 apply to all those working at height where there is a risk of fall liable to cause personal injury.The duty to perform the risk assessment lies with the following individuals:
- An employer of the individual(s) who will be carrying out the work
The following questions should be asked so risk control measures and safety can be effectively managed on mezzanine floors:
Does the mezzanine floor need accessing frequently?Why is the mezzanine floor being accessed?What types of items need to be moved to and from the mezzanine or platform? Are they small, large, bulky and heavy?What equipment measures are being used to move items?Are measures being used to access work on the mezzanine or platform regularly inspected?Are there safety barriers in place to stop employees from falling from the edge of the mezzanine?Is the mezzanine structurally sound?Is the floor of the mezzanine or platform appropriate for the work task?Pallet gates can be used in conjunction with a mezzanine floor by enabling you to safely load items from a height with no need for an employee to stand by an open edge. Pallet gates protect employees at the exposed opening points to provide protection for employees.
There have been some instances where these installations are dangerous to operate or are routinely left open and can be accidents waiting to happen! Safety pallet gates are required to allow for forklift access whilst separating personnel from the mezzanine, platform edge and moving pallets.
The technical team at Ajax Safe Access have developed an extensive range of safe access solutions to improve productivity and support a safer working environment. For more information and to discuss safety access systems please call: 0115 986 6321 or email: [email protected]
Rollover Pallet Gate
Lenton Lane Industrial Estate
NG7 2PQ
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
United Kingdom
Product
Ajax Rollover Pallet Gate (Single Width)
The Ajax rollover pallet gate is our most popular model. Durable and easy to operate, the gate only uses half the space in its closed position. It is ideally suited to applications where pallets need to be unloaded in situ.
Product
Ajax Rollover Pallet Gate (Double Width)
For an area with restricted floor space, this rollover (double width) pallet gate only uses half the space of the load when in its closed position. It is ideally suited to applications where pallets need to be unloaded in situ.
Product
Swing Arm Pallet Gate (Double Width)
The Ajax double width swing arm pallet gate is a well established model for wider loads. Reliable and easy to operate by using counterbalance with no springs.
Product
Swing Arm Pallet Gate (Single Width)
The Ajax swing arm pallet gate (single width) is a well established model. Durable and easy to operate, a simple design using counterbalance with no springs.
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