In the UK, falls from height are still the leading cause of fatal or severe injuries at work. Most falls are caused by inadequate safety equipment.
With numerous fall protection systems available, knowing which is best for you when addressing your work at height requirements can be confusing.
For example, suppose you are working on vehicle maintenance, where you cannot affix a permanent height safety solution to a vehicle. In that case, you need to utilise an overhead fall arrest track such as the Kee Track Rigid Rail System.
What Is an Overhead Fall Protection System?
An overhead fall protection system is a type of fall arrest system that you can install as a fixed solution when overhead protection is needed. Applications would include projects like train maintenance, vehicle loading, food processing and manufacturing plants and working in shipyard maintenance and building facilities to name a few. The overhead fall protection system can be in multiple forms such as overhead lifelines and rigid rail systems. Let’s look at Rigid Rail in a bit more detail.
What Is A Rigid Rail System?
A rigid rail fall protection system is one type of fall arrest systems.
It usually has the following components.
- Body Harness – A full harness worn by the user.
- Anchor – An anchor that runs along an engineered track or rail system.
- Connecting Device – The two parts need to be connected. The device is usually a shock-absorbing self-retracting lanyard designed to arrest and minimise the impact of falls.
When a user is connected, it provides a continuous secure connection for the worker, allowing them to span the whole track without danger of injury.
When Would You Use A Rigid Rail System?
A rigid rail system is often used in warehouses and factories, hangars, and facilities with a high or standard roof height. They tend to be used for maintenance, repairs and loading. A Rigid Rail Track fall protection system is commonly used in the following sectors:
Railway Or Trackside
Rigid rail fall protection systems are suited for installation in train depots. They allow for safe access on top trains and rolling stock for maintenance and repair purposes.
Transport
A vehicle fleet needs regular maintenance, for example, buses, coaches or delivery trucks. A rigid rail system allows easy and safe access to the top and high sides of vehicles.
Aviation
An overhead lifeline system aids in the safety of aircraft maintenance engineers when repairing and maintaining aircraft. The Kee Track system will fit the roof layout of any factory or aircraft hangar.
Distribution & Manufacturing
A Rigid Rail Track System provides efficient, safe access to machinery and tall racks when you need to carry out essential maintenance & is easily fitted to the ceiling of a warehouse.
Introducing the Kee Track® Rigid Rail Overhead Fall Protection System
The Kee Track, Fall Protection System by Kee Safety, is an overhead rigid rail track system designed to prevent falls. Harcon Fall Protection & Safety Services can install your system, giving you peace of mind in knowledge that qualified engineers have assembled it.
Ease Of Installation
The Kee Track is designed for easy and speedy installation. We create Each system through simple on-site measurements and then assemble it on-site using off-the-shelf modular components. Kee track is compatible with almost any site.
Value For Money
A rigid rail system is a durable and relatively low maintenance solution. The benefits of this are cost savings and reduced downtime. The system is simple, so there is minimal training involved.
Peace Of Mind
Kee Track’s rigid rail track arrest falls with shorter drops, which minimises the impact on a worker and helps to protect equipment from damage. Short drops eliminate the pendulum effect, which prevents any further risk of injury or damage.
Why Should You Choose Kee Track® As Your Horizontal Lifeline System?
There are many brands of overhead track systems out there, but the Kee Track offers several distinct advantages that make it the best choice for your project.
Flexibility
Many overhead safety systems are limited by the overhead plumbing, electric or ventilation and heating systems. A Kee Track will attach to the existing roof infrastructure and secondary steel, making it a flexible solution for every project.
Easy to Install
The Kee Track is simple to install using standard tools and lifting devices. Welding equipment is not needed. The system can usually be up and running in a day, meaning minimal downtime and disruption to your productivity.
Future Friendly
Since the design of Kee Track is modular, You can move it, add to and reconfigure it to suit your access needs as your business changes and develops.
Peace Of Mind
Overhead Fall Protection Systems must adhere to BS EN 795:2012. Industry professionals also recommend that an overhead protection system is tested to TS 16415:2013.
The Kee Track is a product of the Kee Safety Group – a global leader in fall prevention with decades of experience. Our Kee Track is extensively tested to the following recognised international standards, so you can be sure you are working with a system that leads the way in fall safety.
- EN 795: 2012means / CENTS 16415:2013
- BS 8610:2017
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910.140 & 1926.502
Is Kee Track Right For My Project?
Finding floor space to set up good platforms and fall prevention can be difficult, making an overhead lifeline system an excellent choice.
Kee Track’s low-profile roof-mounted rails ensure you keep an open floor plan for production, storage, and material handling.
Our system works for any facility with high or standard roof structures. It works around most roof structures & you don’t need additional column supports.
Any overhead track system should be used whenever you only require a short distance to arrest a fall. A Shortfall distance protects workers and equipment being worked on. Falls on things like aircraft wings or delicate manufacturing equipment can be expensive to repair, so an overhead system is ideal for this scenario.
Work With Harcon
Harcon is known nationally for its high-quality service and practical safety solutions. We offer a wide range of safe access and work at height systems designed by experts to keep workers safe on roofs and beyond.
Our dedicated team works closely with you to provide the most suitable solution for your needs. Our end-to-end solution takes you from specification to installation and ongoing recertification.
Please speak to one of our friendly experts today to get started on your project.