RoofGuard Rooftop Guardrail Systems
Rooftop Guardrail Systems or Safety Railings are passive fall protection systems that meet or exceed the legislative requirements for working at heights in Canada. They eliminate the need for active fall protection equipment such as harnesses and lanyards, roof anchor systems, horizontal lifelines, and ongoing training requirements.
What is RoofGuard?
RoofGuard is a freestanding modular guardrail system that is counterweighted in order to meet lateral force requirements. This design facilitates swift and effortless installations without the need for welding, drilling or bolting into the actual roof structure. Without direct or permanent attachments to the rooftop, resealing is not required, ensuring that unexpected leaks do not occur.
With our all-new, redesigned nesting baseplates are stackable, which allows for a number of benefits such as stability on various roof surfaces, ease of use when installing (moving baseplates to different areas of a job site) and use on metal, various membranes and BUR style roofing. Furthermore, RoofGuard can be reconfigured during installation to work in almost any situation. Options are available in convenient kit formats or custom solutions as required.
Have peace of mind knowing that each of our RoofGuard Rooftop Guardrail systems comes with a sign-off from our in-house engineering team. And as a passive solution, RoofGuard Rooftop Guardrail is the preferred method of fall protection as training your staff is not required.
RoofGuard Classic is a versatile, economic and modular fall protection system designed to protect employees performing job functions at or near the leading edge of a rooftop. Systems are freestanding and non-penetrating. Meaning, they meet the lateral force requirements set out in industry standards and by law while also not requiring installers to drill holes or otherwise attach systems to the roof.
Standard sizes available as well as custom configurations.
HatchGuard is a freestanding Hatch Guardrail system, which is non-penetrating and safely protects workers from fall through open roof hatches. These systems meet the necessary lateral force requirements set out in fall protection standards and by law. They also come equipped with a spring loaded self closing gate that swings shut automatically for further protection with no participation needed by the user.
Standard sizes available as well as custom configurations.
The RoofGuard Skylight Guardrail system allows for optimum use of your skylight while ensuring that it does not become a fall protection liability. Each system meets or exceeds the lateral force requirements set out in standards and by law. They will address all of your fall protection concerns without blocking light coming through your skylights.
Standard sizes available as well as custom configurations.
Warning lines or bump lines prevent falls by alerting workers to fall hazards. Warning lines are set up to create a safety zone around the work area from unprotected edges and holes. Safety zone dimension requirements can vary depending on the work being performed. Each system meets or exceeds the standard and regulatory requirements for bump lines throughout North America.
The system is freestanding, eliminating the need to pierce the roofing membrane, potentially exposing the system to leaks.
RoofWalk is designed to create a sure footed walkway on your rooftop. This fully customizable walkway system is non-slip and is installed above the roof membrane (much like RoofGuard itself). Not only does this system protect your roof from damage by being non penetrating but it also integrates with other RoofGuard systems like Classic, RoofStep and LadderGuard.
RoofStep gives you the option of two unique and innovative parapet ladder systems (ladder and crossover) that allow users to move safely up and over an obstruction or between levels. These systems are freestanding and modular. They can also be customized to fit the users specific requirements. They meet or exceed all standards and laws related to ladders (for this use case), and working at heights.
LadderGuard helps you avoid Working at Heights non compliance. These guardrail systems are designed to create an egress from the leading edge of a rooftop when entering or exiting a fixed access ladder. These systems are freestanding, modular and can be customized to attach to a variety of different ladder and grab bar configurations.
RoofGuard Xpress is designed with pre-fabricated rail sections which can be installed and dismantled quickly for temporary applications without sacrificing quality or safety. These systems are freestanding and non-penetrating so they require no holes in your roof membrane to install.
Systems can be ordered in different multiples of six feet and nine feet or combinations using both.
RoofGuard Platforms
Liftsafe Fall Protection designs, engineers and fabricates custom rooftop maintenance platforms to protect your employees while working at heights. Equipment maintenance may require elevated access on a rooftop, which can put employees at risk. The use of railed platforms surrounding the equipment will eliminate the risks while improving work performance and productivity.
We work with a number of different industries (including the aviation industry) and our products meet the highest standards.
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RoofGuard Classic Systems for Edge Protection
This RoofGuard Classic rooftop guardrail system was installed at a food processing facility in order to allow for safe access to rooftop mechanical equipment and security cameras.
Engineered Fall Protection Systems
Liftsafe Fall Protection (LFP) has an in-house engineering team that consults with clients to develop customized fall protection systems for unique applications that require it. Passive or active solutions provided.
Working at Heights Laws in Canada
Jurisdiction | Regulation |
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Federal (Canada) | Canada Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, SOR/86-304, Sections 12.01 to 12.09 |
Ontario |
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Quebec |
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Alberta | Occupational Health and Safety Code, 2009 Part 9, Fall Protection Sections 138 - 161 |
British Columbia | Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, B.C. Reg. 296/97 Part 11, Fall Protection, Sections 11.1 to 11.10 |
Manitoba | Workplace Safety and Health Regulation, Man. Reg. 217/2006 Part 14, Fall Protection, Sections 14.1 to 14.23 |
New Brunswick | General Regulation -N.B. Reg. 91-191 Part VII, Protective Equipment, Sections 49 - 51 |
Newfoundland and Labrador | Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2012, N.L.R. 5/12 Part X, Fall Protection, Sections 138 to 146 |
Nova Scotia | Workplace Health and Safety Regulations, N.S. Reg. 52/2013 Part 21, Fall Protection, Sections 21.1 to 21.4 |
Prince Edward Island | Fall Protection Regulations, EC2004-633 |
Saskatchewan | Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 1996, R.R.S., C. O-1.1, R. 1 Sections 102 to 107, and Sections 116 to 116.3 |
Northwest Territories |
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Nunavut | General Safety Regulations, R.R.N.W.T. 1990, c. S-1, Part 7 Sections 104 to 109, and Part 9, Sections 118 to 122 |
Yukon |
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Details about all of our RoofGuard systems can be found in our Liftsafe Fall Protection Catalogue along with safety statistics and other info.
Liftsafe Fall Protection
Supplier of Working at Heights Protection, Aviation Access Products, Netting Safety Systems and Engineering Services across Canada.
About Liftsafe
We focus on creating turnkey solutions that allow your employees to do their jobs safely while protecting your company.
Rooftop guardrail systems eliminate the need for active fall protection equipment such as harnesses and lanyards, roof anchor systems, horizontal lifelines, and ongoing training requirements.
A counterweighted guardrail system, cutting into the existing rooftop surface is not required. RoofGuard was created with a modular design to facilitate swift and effortless installations without the need for welding, drilling or bolting into the actual roof structure.
Without direct or permanent attachments to the rooftop, resealing is not required, ensuring that unexpected leaks do not occur.
With our all-new, redesigned lightweight baseplates, RoofGuard is stable on all roof surfaces, and are also stackable further allowing a simple installation. Furthermore, RoofGuard can be reconfigured during installation to work in almost any situation. RoofGuard can be procured in a convenient kit format; however, custom solutions are also available as required.
Have peace of mind knowing that each of our RoofGuard Rooftop Guardrail systems comes with a sign-off from our in-house engineering team. And as a passive solution, RoofGuard Rooftop Guardrail is the preferred method of fall protection as training your staff is not required.
Products
Roofguard Rooftop Guardrail
Modular rooftop guardrail systems designed to protect employees working at, or near, the leading edge while working at heights.
Roofguard X-Press Guardrail
Designed with pre-fabricated rail sections which can be installed and dismantled quickly for temporary applications, without sacrificing quality.
HatchGuard Guardrail
A permanent freestanding Hatch Guardrail System, which is non-penetrating, and safely protects workers from falls through open roof hatches.
Roofguard Skylight Guardrail
This rooftop guardrail system allows for the optimum use of your skylight while ensuring that it does not become a fall protection liability.
RoofGuard Platforms
Liftsafe Fall Protection designs, engineers and fabricates custom rooftop maintenance platforms to protect your employees while working at heights.
RoofWalk Walkways
Designed to create a sure-footed walkway on your rooftop. This fully customizable platform is non-slip and is installed above the roof membrane.
RoofStep Parapet Ladders
RoofStep gives you the option of two unique and innovative parapet ladder systems (ladder and crossover) that allow users to move safely up and over obstacles.
LadderGuard Guardrail
Avoid working at heights noncompliance with LadderGuard. A system of guardrails designed to create an egress from the leading edge of a rooftop when entering or exiting a fixed access ladder.
Roofguard Warning Lines
Warning barriers and bump lines prevent falls by alerting workers to fall hazards. Warning barriers and bump lines should be set up around the work area at least 2 metres from unprotected edges.
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RoofGuard Line of Products
Cost-effective working at heights safety solutions
Safe and reliable engineered fall protection solution
Meets or exceeds all OSHA and ANSI safety standards and regulations
Protects employees from injury or death from potential accidents working at heights
Reduces the potential for costly fines and high insurance premiums
All individual components are under 40 lbs
Reduces PPE and training requirements of staff and contractors
Simple and quick installations that require only one tool
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Engineering and Design Consultations
We meet all your custom product needs from start to finish. Our in-house engineering team will ensure quick sign-off on all custom orders and testing while meeting the exact specifications required for your facility.
You can expect top-of-the-line products and excellent customer service. From design to implementation, our team will walk you through the process and help you reach the best solution for your facility needs.
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3 Steps To Fall Protection Compliance
1. EVALUATE YOUR FALL PROTECTION NEEDS:
- Plan ahead to get the job done safely.
- Assess areas on your rooftop that require access.
2. ASSESS THE RISKS:
- Are my employees or contractors at risk of a fall?
- Am I exposing my company to unnecessary fines?
3. IMPLEMENT A SOLUTION:
- Provide the right fall protection equipment.
When is fall protection required?
Most jurisdictions require the use of specific fall protection measures before, or in addition to, personal protective equipment (PPE). These measures generally include the use of some of the following:
fixed barriers (e.g., handrails, guardrails)
surface opening protection (e.g., covers, guardrails, etc.)
warning barriers/control zones
fall or travel restraint systems (i.e., a system to prevent a worker from falling from a work position, or from travelling to an unguarded edge from which the worker could fall)
fall containment system (e.g., safety nets)
fall arrest systems (i.e., a system that will stop a worker’s fall before the worker hits the surface below)
There may also be specific legal requirements around use of equipment like ladders and scaffolding.
Occupational health and safety laws generally require action when a worker has the potential to fall about 3 metres (10 feet). In most cases, fall protection is required when:
other means of fall protection are not available or possible, such as guardrails
working at a height of 3 metres or more (permanent and/or temporary work areas)
working at a height of less than 3 metres when the surface below could cause a greater injury than just the fall (e.g., machinery; risk of drowning in water or other liquid; open tanks, vats, or pits containing hazardous materials; materials that can shift)
a worker may fall through an opening in the work surface
it is determined that fall protection is necessary
https://www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/hsprograms/fall%20protection_legislation.html
What our clients are saying
We use them in both the line maintenance and hangar maintenance to accomplish work on the engine and pylons for our wide-body aircraft. These stands are an excellent solution to a longstanding problem - providing fall safety protection in difficult to reach areas. The stands are of high-quality construction and provide a unique solution to a challenging fall safety concern. We would highly recommend this product.
The horizontal lifeline system is user-friendly and provides the additional security for workers that we hoped it would. Those who use it have provided positive feedback. We look forward to working with Liftsafe on future projects.
We would highly recommend this product to any company completing regular maintenance on commercial aircraft engines. We find that Liftsafe is more than willing to work with us in creating safe, economical and multi-purpose designed equipment, tailored to our needs.
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