What Are the Different Types of Edge Protection System?

What Are the Different Types of Edge Protection

Introduction Edge protection is used on construction sites to help prevent workers, tools, and materials from falling from open edges. It is commonly installed around slabs, roofs, stairs, formwork areas, excavations, and other exposed work zones. Different site conditions require different edge protection systems. For example, a concrete slab, steel beam, stairway, formwork platform, trench … Leer más

Equipos de protección individual (EPI) frente a sistemas de protección de bordes: ¿Cuál es la diferencia?

Equipos de protección individual (EPI) frente a sistemas de protección de bordes.

Introduction Working at height always brings risk. On construction sites, rooftops, platforms, and unfinished structures, even one unprotected edge can lead to a serious accident. That is why fall prevention is a basic part of site safety planning. Two of the most common ways to control this risk are PPE and edge protection systems. They … Leer más

Protección de bordes temporal vs barandillas: ¿cuál es la diferencia?

sistema de protección de bordes para encofrados

Introduction Fall protection is an important part of construction safety because workers often operate near open edges, roof perimeters, slab edges, stair openings, and lift shafts. In these areas, the risk of falls, dropped tools, and serious accidents is high, so contractors need reliable systems to protect workers and keep the site safe. Two terms … Leer más

Protección de bordes para marcos de hormigón: soportes de losa frente a soportes atornillados

Protección de bordes para marcos de hormigón: soportes de losa vs. soportes atornillados

Introduction When it comes to protecting workers from fall hazards on concrete frame construction projects, selecting the right edge protection system is crucial. Among the various solutions, two of the most common methods are slab grabs and bolt-on brackets. While both serve the same fundamental purpose—preventing falls from height—their designs, applications, and installation methods differ … Leer más

BS EN 13374:2025 – Norma actualizada para la protección de bordes

BS EN 13374 2025 – Norma actualizada para protección de bordes

Introduction The safety of construction workers at height has always been a top priority, but recent updates to European standards reflect an even stronger commitment to fall prevention. BS EN 13374:2025 is the latest revision of the harmonized European standard for temporary edge protection systems (TEPS), superseding the previous 2013+A1:2018 version. This revision not only … Leer más

Los 5 errores más comunes en la protección de bordes en la obra

sistema de protección de bordes temporal

Introduction: Small mistakes, big risks Every site has one shared danger: the edge. Temporary edge protection prevents falls—but only if it’s planned early, installed the right way, and checked often. Even experienced crews can miss small details that turn into big problems. Here are five mistakes we still see on projects, plus simple steps to … Leer más

Trabajos en altura: Por qué importan tanto la protección pasiva como la activa contra caídas

servicios de protección contra caídas y detención personal de caídas

Introduction Working at height is one of the most dangerous aspects of the construction and industrial sectors. Whether on scaffolding, rooftops, or steel frameworks, workers face significant fall risks every day. According to the International Labour Organization, falls from height are among the leading causes of occupational fatalities worldwide. To minimize these risks, it’s critical … Leer más

¿Cuáles son los requisitos de OSHA para la protección de bordes?

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Introduction: The Critical Role of Edge Protection Falls remain the single greatest cause of fatalities in the construction industry, a sobering fact that underscores the absolute necessity of robust fall protection systems. On any construction site, unprotected edges—whether on roofs, floors, or scaffolding—represent a severe and constant hazard. To combat this danger and ensure safe … Leer más

Estrategias para prevenir las muertes entre los trabajadores de rascacielos

Seguridad en los edificios de gran altura Prevención de las muertes de trabajadores en los rascacielos

Introduction Tall buildings look amazing, but keeping workers safe while building them is super important. We need to do some smart things to stop accidents and save the lives of people working on skyscrapers. Rules that ensure workers are safe and use cool technology to check things are important. This helps to reduce the chance … Leer más

3 tipos de vallas para obras

3 tipos de vallas para obras

Introduction Welcome to our blog post on “3 Types of Fencing for Construction Sites.” If you’re involved in the construction industry or simply curious about how construction sites ensure safety and security, this article is for you. Temporary fencing is a critical aspect of any construction site, and understanding its various types can shed light … Leer más

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