Pit Netting (oil pit)
Unprotected floor openings pose a significant risk to worker safety, but netting can offer a simple solution to meet North American fall protection regulations while safeguarding your employees and customers. Open pits require fall protection under both provincial and federal regulations and while guardrails offer one solution, pit netting provides an effective alternative, ideal for areas like orchestra pits or other frequently accessed spaces where traditional guardrails are impractical.
Our Pit Netting Systems provide a safe and effective barrier that integrates with your existing service bays and floor openings, offering a reliable solution with minimal disruption to daily operations.
Our systems are easy-to-move when your pits are in use and straightforward to install with only minimal modifications (requiring some welding of lugs for cable installation). Why risk costly fines for compliance violations? Our affordable and dependable system is your answer to maintaining a secure environment and protecting against potential falls.
Our netting panels are treated to meet NFPA 701 standards for fire-retardancy and have been tested and rated in accordance with ANSI A10.11 and OSHA safety standards. This includes the complete system with all of the hardware installed onto a racking system and tests made to simulate a real-case product falls.
To ensure compliance with regulations, we advise following safety net installation standards. This includes obtaining certification from qualified installers or engineers, conducting testing procedures, maintaining thorough records, and providing worker training.
A comprehensive fall protection plan must consider work nature, site or facility conditions, load capacity, and manufacturer specifications. Proper installation, maintenance, and regular inspection are critical for compliance and effectiveness.
Accumulated debris can compromise the functionality of safety nets and create hazards. Work operations should pause promptly to remove debris or any fallen objects to maintain optimal net performance.
KEY FEATURES
Tailored Solutions
Customized netting systems designed to fit your facility and workflow needs
Employee Protection
Provides reliable protection to prevent injury or death from falling objects.
COST-EFFECTIVE
Efficient and affordable solutions that reduce costs while improving safety.
Risk Reduction
Helps minimize potential fines, insurance claims, and costly incidents.
Compliance
Exceeds compliance standards, including ANSI, OSHA and Cal/OSHA.
Safety First
Products engineered with uncompromising safety and quality to protect your people.
Public Protection
Protects passersby and visitors from injury caused by falling materials.
Durable Design
Constructed for long-lasting use, ensuring ongoing safety and peace of mind.
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Netting Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Pit Safety Netting |
| Manufacturer | Liftsafe |
| Safety Standards Compliance |
OSHA MOL ANSI WorkSafeBC OBC NBC CSA BS EN CE Certification |
| Netting Panel |
6000 lbs net – 2-½” square, fall arrest netting |
| Netting Colour |
Black Custom colours are available for large orders |
| Netting Material |
6000 lbs net – HTPP |
| Netting Cable | 1/4” aircraft cable (7000 lbs breaking strength) |
| Netting Design |
Knotless netting Sewn rope border U.V. protection Custom net sizes based on each project Abrasion resistance |
| Rigging Components |
Galvanized Cable Wire Rope Clips Thimbles Turnbuckles Eyebolts Safety Snap Hooks Lugs |
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What if space is an issue in my facility?
For storage racks, we offer different lengths of offset brackets to allow our systems to fit in the tightest of spaces. Our extension brackets are also available from 1 ft up to 6 ft in height to add additional storage space to the top of racks.
Is there an advantage to netting over wire mesh?
Our netting is designed to catch any fallen product or pallet without any damage to your racking. Wire mesh is typically connected directly to your racks and doesn’t have flexibility. Over time, as equipment or products hit against the wire, it can get damaged and put extra strain on your racking.
Is this something I could install on my own?
Yes, all of our systems include a user manual, custom drawing, and detailed installation instructions. If needed, we offer installation services.
When would I need a safety netting system?
Netting is used anytime a fall or falling object hazard may exist. It is used on racks to protect against falling objects, as well as along walkways and isles to protect workers. These systems are often used in the flu space between racks to protect the product itself from falling and being damaged. Safety netting has numerous applications depending on the facility, including barrier protection from stacked storage, upper-level mezzanine protection, and even truck netting fall protection. There are applications in every corner of your facility.
What do I need to provide to get a quote?
Get in touch with our netting sales reps, and they can provide you with a Quote Request Form that is easy to fill out. The form asks for information such as the width of your bays, the height of your rack frames, and the weight of the pallets you are looking to protect.
Can the netting system be customized?
Yes, our netting systems are highly customizable to fit your specific dimensions and applications of your facility space. Liftsafe has an in-house engineering team that consults with clients to develop customized systems.
What material is the netting made of, and is it durable?
Our netting is typically made of high-strength polyethylene or nylon material, ensuring durability and longevity. It’s designed to withstand object impact and provide reliable fall protection depending on the application. Our nets range in weight capacity depending on your application needs.
Is the netting compliant with safety regulations and standards?
Our netting panels are treated to meet NFPA 701 standards for fire-retardancy and have been tested and rated in accordance with ANSI A10.11 and OSHA safety standards. This includes the complete system with all of the hardware installed onto a racking system and tests made to simulate a real-case product falls.
What maintenance is required for the netting system?
To ensure compliance with regulations, we advise following safety net installation standards. This includes obtaining certification from qualified installers or engineers, conducting testing procedures, maintaining thorough records, and providing worker training.
A comprehensive fall protection plan must consider work nature, site or facility conditions, load capacity, and manufacturer specifications. Proper installation, maintenance, and regular inspection are critical for compliance and effectiveness.
Accumulated debris can compromise the functionality of safety nets and create hazards. Work operations should pause promptly to remove debris or any fallen objects to maintain optimal net performance.
What size of net should I order?
Our team provides safety nets in the exact sizes you need. Our clients will be required to measure from one anchorage point to the next.
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PROJECTS
RackGuard Netting for Pallet Racks
As a leading supplier in the safety netting industry, we have the experience to tackle your large warehouse racking jobs. We outfitted this entire production warehouse with our custom industrial netting systems.
Barrier Netting for Manufacturing Storage
Stacked storage was the best option, but there was a risk of injury and product loss if the stacked products were to fall. They decided to surround their storage space with our barrier netting systems to keep workers safe and materials secure.
Truck and Barrier Netting Install in Cambridge ON
Our Standard Truck Netting System, customized to the client’s specific loading bay requirements. The project also included our barrier netting system.
Rack Netting System Install in Caledonia Ontario
This massive install involved months of planning and weeks of installation work to ensure each rack structure was ready for product storage and distribution.
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Our netting systems have been designed to meet all required safety measures to reduce injuries and liability.