Introduction
Safety at heights is a key consideration for employers and their workforce. Here in New Zealand our government places a significant emphasis on height safety regulations. As a responsible employer or contractor, it’s imperative to invest in the right equipment and systems to ensure the well-being of workers.
Permanent static line systems, anchor points, rigid rail systems and vertical ladder systems have been around for many years and continue to significantly improve the safety of our workers in those high-risk areas. However, the installation of a permanent system may not always be the best solution or even possible at a specific work site.
Whilst temporary anchor points can be a solution for working on roofs for a short period of time, creating a safe working environment when performing tasks at height in a free space without a solid structure nearby, is nearly impossible.
Portable Engineered Height Safety Systems like air hooks, portable rail systems, fall arrest trailers and mobile stair systems enable maximum safety in exactly those challenging hazardous environments. This article is designed to introduce the reader to portable engineered height safety systems available in New Zealand, showcase their benefits and answer some of the more commonly asked questions.
Enjoy the read and please feel free to click on the link below and contact us directly for any further questions!
https://nzaccess.co.nz/collections/engineered-height-safety-systems
Introducing Beaver Technology Services (BTS)
The world is a big place and when researching portable height safety, you often end up looking at equipment from America or Europe. Stock levels, importing issues, quality issues, servicing and most importantly compliance with local regulations can make purchasing and maintaining those systems complicated and expensive.
Our partnership with Beaver Technology Services (BTS) ensures we can supply our clients here in New Zealand with a comprehensive range of engineered height safety systems and becoming the NZ service agent for BTS products makes servicing and compliance easy and cost effective.
"Beaver Technology Services is the top choice for height safety and confined space safety products in Australia. We help our clients create the safest possible work environments to prevent worker or bystander injury. Our testing and research laboratory is accredited by NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities) for lifting and safety equipment, and our products adhere to all regulations."
Engineered Height Safety Systems available in NZ!
BTS AirHook Trailer
The BTS AirHook Trailer is a complete overhead fall protection system that complies to Australian & New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 5532:2013 and is mounted on a tow-able road registered trailer suitable for all road conditions.
The AirHook Trailer provides fall protection for up to two (2) workers, on an overhead anchor point that is easy to set-up. The main mast of the AirHook Trailer is raised or lowered using an Electric (DC) / hydraulic pump and valve arrangement.
BTS AirHook Max Pro Trailer
At an anchor point height of 15m, the AirHook Max PRO Trailer is the tallest mobile overhead fall protection anchor rated for 2-workers.
The BTS AirHook Max Pro Trailer is a game-changer in the realm of overhead height safety. This innovative solution provides unparalleled versatility and convenience for ensuring worker safety during tasks at elevated heights. From construction sites to warehouse facilities, this trailer-mounted anchor point system offers a reliable and mobile fall protection solution.
BTS AirHook Lite
The BTS AirHook Lite c/w self-retracting lifeline provides sites with an overhead anchorage point that can be moved around from application to application. The AirHook Lite is ideal for situations where an overhead structure to attach an anchor point may not exist or is unreachable.
Available with an adjustable height, the AirHook Lite provides for an overhead fall protection solution for a wide range of applications including working on top of countless earth moving machinery, maintenance and servicing of highway trucks, other larger plant equipment including generators, motors, etc.
The AirHook Lite can be also used as an effective overhead fall protection anchor when loading and unloading of goods from the back of trucks in distribution and warehouse facilities as it can be moved to multiple locations within a facility.
BTS AirHook Max Pro
The BTS 14m AirHook Max PRO Portable Overhead anchor provides up to two people working at heights with independent overhead anchor points.
An ideal product solution for sites where an overhead structure or existing anchor point may not be suitable, it can be moved easily around a site via a forklift.
Available with an adjustable height of 14m and a reach of 2m. A suitable fall protection device for a wide range of applications including working on a large variety of earth moving plant machinery, highway and off highway trucks, shipping containers, portable buildings and other plant equipment that may require access and involve working at heights. The two independent rotating arms can also be utilised as part of a truck loading and unloading process in warehouse and distribution facilities servicing multiple bays per system.
BTS AirStair Free Standing Access Stair System
The AirStair Free Standing Access Stair System is ideal for use within the aviation industry as an overhead fall protection package in maintenance environments where engineers are constantly combating the issue of finding a solution for safe means of access and egress whilst working with a variety of aircraft with varying heights.
These systems feature a rugged steel base with various wheel options, while the upper structure is constructed of high quality lightweight aluminium tubing. This keeps the center of gravity as low as possible for improved stability during transport, operation and storage. The NEW 750mm wide extruded and punched stair treads are made of aluminium, and feature unique open tread design which prevents build-up of contaminants.
BTS AirStep Engine Cowl Maintenance Stairs
The BTS AirStep Engine Cowl Maintenance Stairs are designed with user safety in mind when accessing at heights work activity around aircraft engines.
With a wide ranging level of height and angle adjustment allows for the AirStep Engine Cowl Maintenance Ladders to be positioned close to aircraft engines so as to cover a greater work area with both open and closed engine cowls. Built-in fall protection with an SRL allows user to be protected from ground-up. Additional work positioning anchors allow for the user to restrain work position with work positioning straps.
The AirStep Engine Cowl Maintenance Ladder can be used on all different aircraft engines models including Trent, General Electric, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls Royce across many different aircraft models from both Airbus, Boeing and others. Areas such as main engine, nose & fan cowls plus pylon disconnect zones can be reached safely and with ease when using the AirStep Engine Cowl Maintenance Ladder.
BTS Mobile B-Rail System
The Mobile B-Rail System (MBRS) allows you to place mobile overhead anchor points where you need them in your workplace.
These systems slide into position over equipment or other equipment being accessed, and provide ground-up fall protection for your elevated work activities. The built in horizontal rail affords the simplicity of a rail-and-trolley system while allowing users a full range of motion over the work area, keeping your workers safe without interfering with their jobs.
Pricing & Availability!
All engineered BTS Height Safety Systems are special order items. Please click on the link below and contact us directly for further information, pricing and availability.
https://nzaccess.co.nz/pages/contact
Conclusion!
Portable, compliant and versatile engineered height safety systems are a great solution across many industries and should not be overlooked when considering height safety for your site.
