Preventing falls and accidents is crucial for worksite safety. The easiest way to do this is through safety swing gates. These simple but highly effective safety solutions help protect workers from potentially life-threatening injuries and ensure your facility or plant complies with any safety regulations.
Are you interested in adding safety swing gates to your site? Keep reading to learn more about this product and how Northern Platforms can make your workplace safer, more secure, and more efficient.
What are Safety Swing Gates?
Safety swing gates or self-closing gates are worksite safety devices designed to restrict access to dangerous areas and prevent falls. They are usually installed at ladder and handrail openings. Safety swing gates must be opened manually and are designed to close automatically, which helps reduce the likelihood of human error.
Recent technological advancements have introduced preassembled safety swing gates. For example, YellowGate’s latest product can be added to your site in seconds—no special tools are required.
Updates to Safety Standards Make Safety Swing Gates Mandatory
On many job sites, ladder and handrail openings are left unsecured or blocked by chains that workers must manually fasten. However, recent updates to several safety regulations and standards have banned these practices.
Now, it is expected to require ladder and handrail openings to be secured with safety swing gates or an offset system. This change helps ensure worker safety by using stronger and more reliable barriers. Employers must implement these safety measures immediately. It is recommended to assess and update your safety systems as soon as possible in order to stay compliant and prevent accidents.
Features of YellowGate Safety Swing Gates
YellowGate industrial safety swing gates have several features that make them easy to add to your worksite.
- Simple installation
Adding safety swing gates to your workplace only takes minutes, thanks to YellowGate’s pre-assembled design. This user-friendly design ensures that workers can install gates with few tools and no specialized training, meaning you can enhance workplace safety without unnecessary delays and lengthy installation periods.
- Adjustable swing direction
One of the standout features of Northern Platforms’ YellowGate models is their adjustable swing direction. This flexibility allows the gates to be configured to swing both inwards and outwards, depending on your specific site needs. Due to this adaptability, these gates can integrate seamlessly into your work environment.
- Versatile mounting
YellowGate safety swing gates are versatile enough to accommodate all openings between 24 and 36 inches. Plus, this range can be easily adjusted on-site with only a wrench, eliminating the need for field cutting or drilling. This adaptability ensures a perfect fit for diverse settings while maintaining compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Built to last
Safety swing gates, particularly those used in industrial environments, must be durable and sustainable in order to withstand heavy use and contribute to responsible practices. Manufactured from heavy-gauge aluminum, these gates help ensure long-term safety with minimal maintenance.
Your Source for Safety Swing Gates
Ready to upgrade your worksite’s safety? Contact Northern Platforms today to learn more about adding YellowGate’s industrial safety swing gates to your workplace. With over 20 years of industry experience, we are ready to help you find the perfect solution for your specific worksite needs.