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Why Outriggers Are Important

Why Outriggers Are Important

Architectural GuardrailsAndrew Miller
Using outriggers or returns at the starts/ends potentially can reduce liability exposure if an incident occurs.  Specifying outriggers on each starts/ends of the railing systems provide the three important ways to help reduce a potential liability exposure if such an event occurred.
Construction Materials Price Increases - Why Building is Getting More Expensive

Construction Materials Price Increases - Why Building is Getting More Expensive

ConstructionAndrew Miller
Raw material used in construction is seeing dramatic price increases and steel is no exception.  Since fall protection guard rail systems are construction from cast steel, pipe and tubing, these increases  is having a significant impact on guard rail pricing.
Non-Penetrating Guardrails: Understanding Your Options - Dakota Safety

Non-Penetrating Guardrails: Understanding Your Options

ConstructionAndrew Miller

Whether you're looking for a temporary or permanent safety solution, non-penetrating guardrails are excellent options for an array of needs.

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Portable Railing Systems – A Beginner’s Guide - Dakota Safety

Portable Railing Systems – A Beginner’s Guide

Architectural GuardrailsAndrew Miller

It only takes a second. Someone is going about their business and a quick distraction causes them to trip, maybe fall. On a flat surface, this could mean nothing; but near an unprotected edge, falls can pose serious risks and result in broken materials, injuries, or even fatalities. In 2014, falls accounted for 40% of fatalities in construction.

Some risks can’t always be avoided, but they can be managed by putting preventative measures in place. Trips and stumbles may still happen, but railings will significantly reduce the danger to your workers. OSHA standards require employers to use some combination of guardrail systems, safety nets, or harnesses at their worksites.