Project Overview
The Utilities Department completed a one‑week project to install a bespoke handrail and guarding system at an industrial facility in Saltwick. The team launched the work after identifying safety risks on elevated walkways, bunded areas, and emergency routes. They installed 33mm galvanised hand and guard rails on 40mm stanchions and connected them using 75mm ball joints with grub‑screw fittings. This approach allows quick and simple future replacement. Additionally, the project included self‑closing safety gates at stair access points and at an emergency escape ladder. The team also installed two 28‑metre guarding runs with 2‑inch kick rails around bunded zones to prevent trips and improve overall site safety.
Objectives
The project aimed to deliver a compliant, durable, and easy‑to‑maintain handrail system across key access areas. The team planned to install 33mm galvanised rails supported by 40mm stanchions and secured using 75mm grub‑screw ball joints to allow fast renewal. Furthermore, the scope included self‑closing gates for controlled access to stairs and emergency escape routes. The team also set out to install two 28‑metre guarding runs with 2‑inch kick rails around bunded zones to reduce tripping hazards and strengthen operational safety.
Project Delivery
Initially, the team carried out a detailed site assessment to confirm structural needs and define an efficient installation plan. They prepared all materials in advance to support accurate and smooth assembly. Afterwards, the team installed the 40mm stanchions and then fitted the 33mm galvanised rails using the 75mm ball‑joint and grub‑screw fittings. They also added self‑closing safety gates at each identified access point. To complete the guarding system, the team fitted the 2‑inch kick rails around the bunded areas. Throughout the project, they carried out alignment checks, structural verification, and safety inspections to ensure compliance and long‑term durability. As a result, they delivered the installation within the planned two‑week period without disrupting site operations.
