Main OSHA Regulation
1910.28(b)(1)(i) The employer must ensure that walking-working surfaces with an unprotected side or edge that is 4 feet (1.2 m) or more above a lower level is protected by: Guardrail systems, safety net systems, personal fall protection systems such as personal fall arrest or restraint.
What does this mean to you?
If the height of the mezzanine is more than 4’ above the lower surface, the fall edge must be protected with a fall prevention solution. Safety nets, fall arrest, and fall restraint systems are typically not practical for mezzanine work. A passive guardrail is inexpensive and requires no training or tie-off points that meet OSHA guidelines.
If pallets or other large materials need to move up to and down from the mezzanine a safety gate is needed to protect workers when pallets are moved and accessed.
Same is true in elevated pick modules or pallet flow lanes when at height.
Garlock Safety Systems Mezzanines Fall Prevention Solutions
Designed to fit within standard and custom racking systems, protect elevated access points for material loading and unloading. The two-gate system means one gate is always closed and OSHA compliant fall protection is in place.
A stand-alone version of the Rollback Gate Rack Mounted for protection of elevated access points. Protects without hindering productivity. The two-gate system means one gate is always closed and OSHA compliant fall protection is in place.
A warehouse guardrail system that protects elevated access points for material loading and unloading. The two-gate system means one gate is always closed and OSHA compliant fall protection is in place. Multiple sizes up to 100” wide or deep.
Pallet Flow GateAllow a one-way flow of pallets when stocking racks and maintain OSHA compliance without hindering productivity. Rails are spring-loaded for self-closing assurance. Gate quickly attaches to existing racking. Available in single or dual gate systems and a variety of sizes.
Permanent Mount RailGuard 200™
Standard railings in 5’, 8’, and 10’ lengths powder coated in safety yellow with multiple mounting options (floor and wall). Railings are 1-5/8” diameter and weigh 23-28 lbs. per section.