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 … Läs mer

PPE kontra kantskyddssystem: Vad är skillnaden?

PPE kontra kantskyddssystem

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 … Läs mer

Tillfälligt kantskydd kontra skyddsräcken: Vad är skillnaden?

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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 … Läs mer

Kantskydd för betongstommar: Plattfäste kontra bultfästen

Kantskydd för betongstommar Plattfäste vs. Bultfästen

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 … Läs mer

BS EN 13374:2025 – Uppdaterad standard för kantskydd

BS EN 13374 2025 – Uppdaterad standard för kantskydd

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 … Läs mer

De 5 vanligaste misstag vid kantskydd på byggarbetsplatsen

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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 … Läs mer

Arbeta på hög höjd: Varför passivt och aktivt fallskydd är viktigt

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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 … Läs mer

Vilka är OSHA-kraven för kantskydd?

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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 … Läs mer

3 typer av stängsel för byggarbetsplatser

3 typer av stängsel för byggarbetsplatser

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 … Läs mer

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