Choosing The Right Confined Space Safety Equipment
Published 03 May 2024
Cable Safety Equipment | Workplace Safety | UK & Export Sales
Confined Space Safety Equipment
Confined space entry hazards are severe risks for personnel. Accidents with unauthorised confined space entries are often deadly.
Confined spaces pose unique challenges in industrial environments, requiring comprehensive safety solutions to protect workers. Equipping personnel with the essential equipment for confined spaces is crucial for creating a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute an extensive range of Confined Space Entry Products and Equipment to mitigate potentially life-threatening dangers such as flammable gases, dangerous chemicals and other hazards – this ensures people are safe at all times and also provides the correct rescue equipment to meet the legislative requirements.
Compliance with safety regulations is paramount in confined spaces. From ladder guard safety regulations to ventilation standards, adherence to guidelines is essential for mitigating risks and preventing accidents. Choosing equipment that meets compliance requirements is vital for maintaining a safe work environment.
➡ Thorne & Derrick supply the complete range of Safety Tools & Equipment to enable safe working in sectors such as the construction, renewables, data centres, rail, manufacturing and oil, gas, petrochemical industries. We also offer a range of Push Pull Tools for the reduction in Hand Injuries in the workplace designed to improve safety at work.
When it comes to confined space safety, having the right equipment is non-negotiable. From personal protective gear to access barriers, each piece plays a vital role in safeguarding workers. One exemplary solution that exemplifies safety and efficiency is the CableSafe® Manhole Entry Barrier.
Constructed from high-quality materials, the CableSafe® Manhole Entry Barrier is built to withstand harsh industrial environments. With a secure mechanism and sturdy construction, this barrier meets ladder guard safety regulations, ensuring compliance and worker safety. Its modular design allows for easy assembly and disassembly, making it suitable for temporary work sites or situations requiring frequent access.
By incorporating the CableSafe® Manhole Entry Barrier into confined space operations, companies can enhance both safety and efficiency. Its robust construction and compliance with safety regulations provide peace of mind, knowing that workers are protected from potential hazards.
The CableSafe® Manhole Entry Barrier stands as an exemplary solution, offering durability, compliance, and practicality to safeguard workers in confined spaces. By prioritising safety and investing in quality equipment, companies can protect their most valuable asset; their workers!
Other Confined Space Entry Equipment
Choosing the right safety equipment for confined spaces is essential for creating a safe work environment and ensuring compliance with regulations.
HEAVY DUTY QUICK ADAPTABLE CONFINED SPACE BARRIER
Designed as a physical barrier with a sign that hooks easily on the rungs so the warning cannot be missed. This prevents unauthorized entry to manholes, vessels, tanks and vaults.
The barrier is durable, has a diameter of 990 mm (40 inch) and a 4 mm thickness and can withstand impacts, scratches, and other industrial conditions.
For easy installation the barriers are equipped with bolts & nuts. Based on specific needs, magnets (95 Newton; 9.5 KG force) and locks can be provided on request for easy handling and/or locking of the confined space protection barrier.
MANHOLE COVER
Specially designed with a bright yellow colour. CableSafe®’s manhole cover prevents a fall-in for workers while performing activities around an open manhole.
It is strong, can support 140 kilograms and the frame is furnished with anchor bolt holes.
Cable Safety Equipment
CableSafe® Safety solutions are critical cable essentials and are well proven construction safety products. The CableSafe® range of cable hooks can be used during maintenance, turnaround, outages, shutdowns, construction work to suspend cables and hoses and other work gear and equipment from the working space.

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PUSH PULL TOOLING
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a range of Safety Tools including Push Pull Tools from Hand Safety Tool Company designed to minimise hand injuries by keeping hands out of the line of fire.
Further Reading
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CableSafe – Electrical Cable Safety LV MV HV Size: 4.89 MB