ROOFING , CLADDING & FACADES
ROOF SAFETY SOLUTIONS
MITIGATE THE POTENTIAL FOR FALLS FROM HEIGHT WITH BILCO UK
According to recent figures from the Health and Safety Executive ( HSE ), falls from height were the main type of fatal accident for workers between 2021 / 2022 .
Architects can mitigate the potential for falls from height by specifying compliant roof safety products at the beginning of a building ’ s design to provide maximum protection for contractors when working at height .
Bilco UK ’ s portfolio of roof safety solutions includes :
FIXED VERTICAL LADDERS
Fixed vertical ladders can be utilised across a diverse range of commercial and residential applications and can be installed on the exterior of a building or internally with a roof access hatch or smoke vent .
Manufactured from corrosion-resistant aluminium to meet the requirements of BS4211 : 2005 + A1 : 2008 , the Bilco UK TYPE BL industrial Fixed Vertical Ladder is available in standard sizes for floor to ceiling heights of 2 – 6 metres .
If the ladder is to be mounted externally to provide access to a roof , it must be fitted with a safety cage and guard rail to ensure safe and secure access .
If designed to sit below a roof access hatch , at heights above 3 metres , a safety cage is required . Manufactured in aluminium to meet BS4211 : 2005 + A1 : 2008 , these additional safety features prevent individuals from falling backwards or sidewards and ensure compliance with Building Regulations .
Additional protection can be achieved with the specification of Bilco UK ’ s unique Ladder Up ® Safety Post . The telescopic post mounts permanently to the top two rungs of any fixed ladder , providing a secure hand-hold and enabling the user to enter or exit the opening in an upright and balanced position .
COMPANIONWAY LADDERS
For permanent access via a roof hatch where the rise is less than 3 metres , companionway ladders provide the highest standards of safety and compliance .
Bilco UK can assist architects in successfully meeting the unique requirements of their project , whilst providing maximum fall protection and compliance .
Manufactured from aluminium to meet BS EN ISO 14122-03 2001 + A1 2010 , BS 4211-2005 + A12008 and BS 5395 Part 3 , the Bilco UK TYPE BL-COMP companionway ladder is manufactured in four height ranges up to 3 metres .
BILGUARD ® 2.0
The BilGuard ® 2.0 Fixed Roof Hatch Railing System provides a permanent means of fall protection around the top of roof hatch openings and has been developed to exceed OSHA Fall Protection Regulations ( 29 CFR 1910.23 ). The aluminium rail construction and non-penetrating attachment allows quick and easy installation on new or existing roof access hatches and smoke vents with capflashing . The self-closing and latching gate feature ensures the opening is protected at all times .
Bilco UK can assist architects in successfully meeting the unique requirements of their project , whilst providing maximum fall protection and compliance .
For further information on its complete range of roof access solutions , visit : www . bilcouk . co . uk or call 01284 701696 .
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