Securing Your Site: Why Partnering with an Expert in Temporary Edge Protection Matters

Ever been on a construction site, looked up at the precarious heights, and thought, "there has to be a better, safer way?"

When it comes to construction, temporary edge protection isn't just a regulatory checkbox; it's about ensuring everyone goes home safe.

Falls from heights are still a leading cause of workplace injury and it's crucial to get the process right by choosing the right partner.

That's where we come in.

We are not just another provider, we're experts in all things edge protection, committed to ensuring your teams are well-protected.

It’s not just about compliance - our services are about protecting human lives and minimising potentially devastating consequences for not choosing the right edge protection hire.

What Does A Specialist in Edge Protection Actually Do?

Think of us as your safety partner, not just a supplier of roof edge protection systems temporary.

It's not just about putting up guardrails, it's about offering true expertise for your construction sites.

• Navigating the Rules: Construction sites have some pretty rigid safety rules, and the new AS/NZS 4994.2:2023 for temporary roof edge protection is one example. Our teams live and breathe these standards and will work to keep you compliant with Australian safety law to avoid fines and costly delays.

• Bespoke Safety: Every job is unique, which means that 'one-size-fits-all' isn’t going to cut it. From the roof edge protection of a residential building, to the precarious heights of commercial construction and industrial environments - we make sure your edge rail system is made for your project.

• Smooth Installs: We make sure that your systems are not just safe, but also smooth, professional, and efficient. From beginning to end, we don’t waste time or add delays. We offer comprehensive installation to ensure your teams are able to get to work quicker and safer. We won’t let safety slow you down!

The Real Cost of Cutting Corners with Edge Rail Solutions

It's tempting to think that the cheaper option is going to work out best, or that a 'DIY' solution is ok when considering edge protection roof, but cutting corners can be devastating:

• Higher Accident Risk: There's nothing more devastating than knowing that unsafe equipment caused someone you know or a teammate to suffer. These systems are the only thing stopping workers from experiencing a devastating accident, so make sure they're as safe as possible.

• Costly Legal Fines: It's not worth the risk of non compliance with Australian law. Aside from the human tragedy, your bottom line will suffer with the potential for hefty fines and delays on your projects.

• Damage to Your Reputation: Any incident on a building site will damage your reputation, leading to a distrust of your ability to ensure that workers are safe and protected from injury, and making it harder to secure future work.

  
  

We aren’t just another hire company, we’re here to be your reliable safety partner, by providing the best systems available. We pride ourselves in providing premium quality.

Why Choose Protected Edge For Your Edge Protection Needs

Our whole approach is centered around three key goals: safety, efficiency, and satisfaction.

• Compliant, Safe and Secure: Our solutions not only meet the new AS/NZS 4994.2:2023 standards, but they often exceed them, ensuring that you will never be caught out.

• Customisable: Regardless of the type of build - residential or commercial, and even industrial, we can craft specific edge rail solutions to meet the complexities of any construction sites, even when the going gets tough. From unique architectural elements, to difficult or unusual requirements.

• High Quality, High Performance: You can rely on the strength and reliability of our high quality equipment, knowing that our steel and lightweight guardrails can withstand the harsh elements of even the most demanding construction sites. We’ve built our business on ensuring quality.

• Budget-Friendly, Reliable Solutions: With both long-term or short-term, flexible hire options, we work to reduce costs, but we never reduce safety. You can rely on the quality of our systems, no matter the budget.

• Speedy Installations: With our professional installation team, you’ll not only receive the equipment, but you'll have it all professionally and efficiently installed.

We will get your systems installed as quickly as possible without compromising your team's safety.

Clearing Up Some Edge Protection Myths

"Edge protection is an unnecessary expense"

A common misstep.

The cost of a potential workplace accident or any non compliance could lead to huge losses, as well as suffering to your employees.

It simply isn't worth the risk!

Our options offer an affordable approach to making sure that safety is a top priority, no matter the scale of your project.

"We can manage an installation ourselves!"

DIY is often seen as cheaper, but in reality this runs the very high risk of safety oversights.

Using an expert to provide proper installation means the correct systems are set in place and your site is compliant with the laws. It means you're safe from risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How soon can you set up my systems?We normally complete installs within 24 hours, and our team work incredibly efficiently to reduce potential delays and time lags. We can provide fast installation times on tight deadlines.

• Do you cover all areas of Melbourne?Of course! We offer a wide-ranging service to Melbourne, and can get to all surrounding suburbs.

• Is this a mandatory requirement?Yes, to help protect the safety and health of your workers, Australian Law mandates that these are to be in place at all building sites where workers are working at height.

• Can your systems be tailored to unique situations?Absolutely! We can design custom solutions even when dealing with unique architecture, specific design features or steep roofs. We’re equipped to solve any problem with our bespoke expertise.

How Proper Edge Protection Can Benefit You

Here are some use cases to think about:

• For smaller projects on residential homes: Protecting your roofers as they install solar panels and tiles on sloping roofs.

• Large Commercial builds: Ensuring safe installation of building facades, or HVAC systems, while also keeping the work force safe.

• Industrial applications: To help keep your team safe whilst they are operating on elevated work areas or while using scaffolding.

In short, edge rail solutions are about protecting workers regardless of what type of environment you are in.

Prioritise Safety on Every Build

Don’t compromise on safety! Partnering with us here at Protected Edge guarantees protection, reduces your risks and ensures your sites run to deadlines and are compliant to Australian Standards.

Call us now for a free chat and find out how we can help you secure your construction site with the highest level of protection.