Self Closing Safety Gates

1.  Wherever possible, the hinges must form an integral part of the gate – i.e. they should be welded on
2. Removable gate hinge pins must be fitted with secondary retention e.g. split pin
3. Gates must open / swing inwards to the platform or deck
4. Gates must be at the same strength as surrounding guard rails
5. Gates must be secured against becoming disengaged
6. Gates must be designed to automatically return to and remain in the closed position
7. On floating rigs, the use of locking fingers should be considered so that the gate can be locked in the closed position
8. Where possible, toe boards should be integrated in gates
9. Swing gates must be inspected and maintained on a regular basis to ensure adequate function
10. Where flip-over / drop-down gate rails are fitted, these must be secured with secondary retention e.g. split pin and where necessary secured with safety wire.

CAUTION: Old fashioned flip-over / drop-down gate mechanisms can become dropped objects. Self-closing gates such as the CableSafe Safety Gate eliminates this hazard and would be recommended where practicable. CableSafe Safety Gate is TÜV Tested.
Our Safety Gates are in compliance with International Standardization Organization standard – ISO 14122-3:2001

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