Safety is paramount in the construction and industrial industry, and ensuring the well-being of workers and the protection of valuable equipment is a top priority.
Workplace safety refers to the measures put in place to prevent injuries, illnesses, accidents, and hazards in a work environment. These measures include equipment maintenance, employee training, safety protocols, emergency plans, and hazard identification and mitigation. Ensuring workplace safety is important for the well-being of employees, compliance with regulations and maintaining productivity. Employers have a legal and ethical obligation to provide a safe work environment for their employees and to take accountability for their well-being.
One essential component of workplace safety in these environments is the use of heavy-duty safety nets, particularly stainless steel secondary retention nets. In this blog we’ll explore types of safety nets, including rolls and fit-to-size solutions, and provide insights into their assembly along with industrial installation, safe use and the importance of a safety net for fall protection.
Stainless steel secondary retention safety netsare engineered to provide robust fall protection and containment, making them indispensable in industries where heavy machinery, tools, and materials are used. These nets are not only durable but also highly corrosion-resistant, making them ideal for long-term use in challenging environments.
Correct assembly of fall protection nets is crucial for their effectiveness. Cable Safe provide detailed assembly instructions with all of their stainless steel safety nets to ensure that they are installed correctly. Following these instructions meticulously is essential to guarantee a secure fit and optimal protection.
Assembly involves precise measurements and installation techniques to create a reliable safety barrier. Stainless steel secondary retention safety nets can be custom-tailored to fit specific areas or come in standard roll formats. During assembly, it’s vital to account for factors like height, load-bearing capacity, and attachment points. Expertise in assembly ensures that the nets serve their intended purpose effectively.
Industrial Safety Net Installation
Personnel safety netting is designed to deflect and absorb the energy of a fall, to prevent injuries. As part of personnel safety and employee protection, safety net systems can be installed to high work areas to protect employees, nearby structures and pedestrians below
Installing industrial safety nets, especially in high-risk areas, demands skill and precision. To install the product correctly it involves inspecting anchor points, ensuring adequate tension, and verifying that the netting is securely fastened. When dealing with stainless steel secondary retention netting, which are known for their strength, the installation process requires high attention to detail. A construction safety net has to be as close under the surface on which employees are working, but never more than 30 feet below the surface.
Fall Protection Net Roll From Cable Safe
Ensuring the safe use of nets once installed is also vital. Workers should be trained in safety net protocols, including how to inspect the nets for damage, avoid overloading, and use proper personal protective equipment. Safety systems should be regularly inspected and maintained to identify and rectify any issues promptly.
Examples of Heavy Duty Safety Nets
Safety Net Rolls: These versatile nets come in rolls, making them easy to transport and install. They are ideal for covering large areas quickly and effectively, offering reliable fall protection and containment.
Safety Net Fit-to-size: custom-fit stainless steel nets are available in situations where precision is paramount. These nets are tailored to specific measurements, ensuring a perfect fit for any industrial setting. They provide maximum safety without compromising on aesthetics or functionality.
Stainless steel secondary retention nets play a crucial role in safeguarding workers and equipment in heavy-duty industries. Proper assembly, installation, and safe use are all important for full effectiveness. The addition of a safety catch net further enhances workplace safety.
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.
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.
Prioritise Safety Hook Placement for a Secure Workspace and Accident Prevention
Safety should be prioritised above all else in the high-paced construction industry, where productivity and efficiency are critical. With numerous workers, heavy equipment, and machinery on-site, creating a secure workspace is essential. This ensures the safety of employees while minimising the risk of accidents. One often overlooked yet critical aspect of construction site safety is cable management.
Loose cables lying around can pose significant risks, leading to tripping accidents and even potential injuries. However, with the innovative CableSafe Safety Hooks, a proactive approach can be taken to create a safer environment on construction sites.
The CableSafe Extreme hooks provide orderly support and suspension for temporary cables; creating a cable management system to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electricity during construction, maintenance or Shutdown/TAR.
➡ Thorne & Derrick supply the complete range of Safety Tools & Equipmentto 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.
Understanding the Importance of Cable Management
Proper cable management is crucial on construction sites to ensure safety, prevent accidents, and maintain efficient workflow. Construction sites are filled with various types of cables from power cords to communication lines, which are essential for the functioning of equipment and communication systems. However, when not properly managed, they can become a safety hazard. Efficient cable management reduces the time and costs associated with untangling cables or searching for misplaced wiring, ultimately saving time and money on construction projects.
Traditional cable management methods, such as laying cables on the ground or using adhesive tapes, may seem convenient, but they can lead to a host of issues. This is where cable safety hooks come into play, which are designed specifically to hoist cables. Organising CableSafe Safety Hooks on construction sites is a proactive step towards creating a secure workspace and preventing accidents caused by tripping on loose cables.
Safety Hook Extreme
The Safety Hook Extreme is an advanced specification and high performance version of the standard industrial cable hook manufactured with glass reinforced PBTand is UVstabilized, Flame Retardant(Class: 94V-0, Flame Class Rating 3) and Cold Weatherrated.
The Safety Advantage of
CableSafe Safety Hooks
CableSafe Safety Hooks are designed to provide a secure and efficient cable management system. These hooks are made of high-quality materials, making them strong and durable enough to hold heavy cables and wires. They are easy to install and can be attached to walls, beams, and other structures around the construction site. This ensures that cables are elevated and out of harm’s way, reducing the risk of tripping accidents and promoting a cleaner and more organized workspace.
Another benefit of the CableSafe Safety Hooks is that they help to extend the life of cables and wires. When cables are left lying on the ground, they are more susceptible to damage from heavy machinery, equipment, and foot traffic. This can cause cable jackets to tear and expose wires, making them a potential fire hazard. Prioritising the placement of these safety hooks on construction sites offers several key safety advantages:
Preventing Tripping Accidents:The most immediate and apparent safety advantage of CableSafe Safety Hooks is the prevention of tripping accidents. By suspending cables overhead and away from foot traffic, the risk of workers or visitors tripping over loose cables is significantly reduced. This helps maintain a smooth and accident-free work environment.
Enhancing Construction Safety:Construction sites are prone to potential hazards, and every precaution must be taken to mitigate risks. CableSafe Safety Hooks contribute to enhancing overall construction safety by eliminating one of the common causes of accidents—tripping on cables.
Minimizing Downtime: Accidents on construction sites can lead to downtime, causing delays in project completion. By proactively organizing cables with safety hooks, the likelihood of accidents decreases, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
Durability for Long-Term Use: CableSafe Safety Hooks are built to withstand the rugged conditions of construction sites. Their durable design ensures that they can be used repeatedly over time, providing lasting safety benefits.
Easy Installation and Flexibility: Installing CableSafe Safety Hooks is a straightforward process, saving valuable time during the setup. The hooks can be easily adjusted and moved as needed, offering flexibility for changing cable arrangements on-site.
Proactive Safety Measures
for Construction Sites
Construction site managers and workers can take proactive measures to enhance safety on-site. Prioritizing the use of CableSafe Safety Hooks for cable management is a simple yet highly effective step in this direction. By adopting safety hooks, construction sites can create a secure workspace that minimizes tripping hazards and ensures the well-being of everyone involved in the project.
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.
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.
Secure Ladder Openings & Prevent Falls From Height With Self-Closing Industrial Safety Gates
Organisations and employers are responsible for ensuring safety when working at heights. To ensure the safety of individuals exposed to potential hazards, the use of safety-gates can be an effective and reliable alternative to traditional safety methods.
Even though traditional methods like chains, bars and sliding link tubes are still used to ensure access and egress to rooftops from ladders, potential hazards still exist. These methods rely on correct usage and can therefore be unreliable if used incorrectly.
CableSafe recommend the use of double bar safety gates over single bar safety gates.
Self-closing safety gates are spring loaded, therefore they automatically close behind the user and maintain a safe barrier to protect personnel. The automatic closing door reduces the potential of human error.
➡ Thorne & Derrick supply the complete range of Safety Tools & Equipmentto 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.
Cable Safe Self Closing Safety Gate
The self-closing double bar safety gate from CableSafe is designed to prevent falls from heights at ladder openings, working platforms or pedestrian areas. The safety gates exceed the EUISO 14122-3 standard requirements and is TÜV tested (certificates available on request). This European standard requires a self-closing gate with at least a hand and knee-rail. This self closing gate proven design is successfully used over 30 years, sold 500,000+ units in over 60 countries.
The industrial safety gate uses gravity to close, therefore is non-dependant on springs, dampers, cams or operators.
CableSafe safety gates are easy to install as well as easy to adjust with any new or existing structures. The Self-closing safety gates can be cut down and adjusted to fit the on-site openings; therefore no measurements are required before purchase. Since the gates are used as barriers to prevent unintended egress, they undergo extensive tests of durability and reliability to ensure that they are corrosion resistant and maintenance free. Regardless of how much weight is exerted on the gate, it does not bend, twist or break.
Safety Gates Features & Benefits
The self-closing industrial safety gates are considered ideal for elevated platforms because they provide permanent protection to users. As soon as the worker passes through the gap the door instantly closes behind, eliminating the risk and ensuring permanent safety. Safety gates are overall a cost-effective and simple safety solution: installation and adjustments are a one-time investment and there are no requirements for cleaning and maintenance.
Easy to install (light weight).
Maintenance free (corrosion resistant).
Economical (less expensive than steel).
Quick delivery of Self-Closing Safety Gates from stock
No wear (PTFE bearings).
High visibility (safety-yellow coloured).
Technical Sepcifications
Gate automatically closes by gravity: gravity powered closing safety gate.
Gate operates in all conditions.
Rises when opened; Returns closed when released.
Reliable (TÜV-tested, exceeds EN ISO 14122).
Design does not depend on springs, cams, bearings, or the operator.
Withstands 400 lb (180kg) impact test at ambient temperatures, as well as extreme temperatures (-51°F / -46°C).
Excellent outdoor weatherability. Supports heavy loads 24/7.
Due to chemical matrix, material will discolor but not degrade.
No loss of tensile strength after 9 month UV-exposure tests in Arizona and Florida.
Available in 4 sizes: Opening (mm/inch) between posts specifies size.
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.
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a range of Safety Toolsincluding Push Pull Tools from Hand Safety Tool Company designed to minimise hand injuries by keeping hands out of the line of fire.
Manholes, crawl spaces, tunnels, sewers, tanks, pipelines and trenches, all have one thing in common, they are enclosed or partially enclosed and are refer to as confined spaces.
These confined spaces are not intended for continuous occupancy, why? If people work in a confined space, they could face life-threatening hazards such as toxic substances, electrocutions, explosions and asphyxiation, there could result in serious injury or death.
A confined space can be more hazardous than regular workspaces for many reasons, many workers are injured and killed each year while working in confined spaces. To effectively control the risks of accidents with unauthorized confined space entries, the entrance and exit should be restricted.
➡ Thorne & Derrick supply the complete range of Safety Tools & Equipmentto 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.
Confined Space Equipment
CableSafe®’s confined space entry protection barrier or manhole protection barrier is the ideal tool for employees and contractors to secure these dangerous openings. The barrier warns co-workers and public of dangers and prevents unauthorized (or accidental) entry.
“In the construction industry, entering confined spaces is often necessary, but fatalities don’t have to happen,” said Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez.
The law requires employers to provide their employees with safe and healthful workplaces. With CablesSafe® range of safety products you can avoid penalties that come with non-compliance to safety standards and legislations.
Manhole Protection Barrier
The CableSafe® Manhole Quick Barrier is very flexible and suitable for signing and restricting access to a broad range of out-of-bounds and hazardous areas via apertures, gaps, doorways, windows, openings, vents, and works corridors.
The easy to install barrier is necessary if you want to work safe, quick and efficient. Manhole quick confined space barrier restricts access of manhole. Made of robust materials and easy to install. Custom size possible.
Made of robust materials and easy to install. CableSafe®’s Manhole entry barriers do not only restrict entry into a confined space, it has been designed with visual cue to alert workers and public to hazard.
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
Confined Space Entry Protection by CableSafe®
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.
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a range of Safety Toolsincluding Push Pull Tools from Hand Safety Tool Company designed to minimise hand injuries by keeping hands out of the line of fire.
Worksite cuts and abrasions are just a few minor injuries workers can sustain on a worksite due to falling or flying objects, much serious injuries includes concussion, blindness, and even death – matting is used for dropped object prevention across all industries and workplace applications.
Working at height, beneath scaffolds or areas where overhead work is being performed puts workers and the public below at risk from falling (dropped) objects.
The term dropped object takes on a specific meaning, it can be:
An object that falls from a height by its own weight and gravity, or
An object that falls from a height due to contact with an energy source.
In either case, the result can be injury and harm to people, property or the environment. On way to mitigate this problem is by using Dropped Object Prevention Guard Nets.
➡ Thorne & Derrick together with CableSafe®offer an extensive range of workplace safety products including Dropped Objects Prevention Work Mat which can be used on elevated gratings, catwalks and platforms. When working at height, dropping tools or other equipment poses a significant electrical safety hazard.
Guard Net
Dropped Object Prevention Guard Net is designed to prevent dropped objects while working at height. Standard size netting that suit most standard railings is supplied to create a safe work environment. The fabric is suitable for most heavy industries and is supplied with flame retardant coating (often required). The Guard Net is designed for strong wind loads.
According to Dropped Object Prevention Scheme (DROPS), an object that weighs less than three pounds if dropped from a height of 30 feet can be fatal. If your worksites is typically elevated, you will definitely be dealing with such dropped object hazards on a daily basis.
You may have purchased or use several safety net/guard, the one that promise but does not deliver.
Thorne & Derrick recommend that you use CableSafe®’s “Dropped Objects Guard Net”, this is a safety guard that actually protects with a remarkable 7 years long standing history of high performance usage and reliability in offshore conditions. CableSafe® “Dropped Objects Guard Net” is ideal for use in Construction, Offshore industries and general industry.
CableSafe® dropped objects prevention significantly reduces the risk of dropped objects. It is a cost effective drop safety tool.
drop safety tool
CableSafe®’s “Dropped Objects Guard Net is a cost effective drop safety tool, that is made in Germany, and efficiently protect and prevent personnel from dropped objects accident in the worksite. The guard rail/net is made out of flame retardant coated polyester fabric with a reinforced hem provided all around, secured with lashing ratchets and come with a life span of 5 years.
Through our commitment to excellence, we have delivered top quality standard products to customers across the globe in many industries and we guarantee, that Dropped Objects Guard Net will brings safety to your “Work at Height” operations without requiring much active involvement of your worker or any one on the worksite site.
The Guard Nets are used in wind park projects (wind turbine safety) during installation and maintenance. CableSafe® have developed dropped object prevention guard nets for installation inside wind turbine towers, improving safety during maintenance and reducing structural weight of steel reinforcements. These nets can be used for prevention against the wind – weather protection.
Guard Net is designed for re-use. Guard Net has over 7 years operational experience in offshore conditions.
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.
Thorne & Derrick stock and distribute a range of Safety Toolsincluding Push Pull Tools from Hand Safety Tool Company designed to minimise hand injuries by keeping hands out of the line of fire.
