Pedestrian Safety Barriers: Benefits & Tips

Health and Safety Regulations are active policies to ensure the safety of everyone within a workplace.

It’s the responsibility of company owners to enforce all necessary guidelines in order to protect employees and any visitors. Pedestrian safety barriers provide increased defence to individuals working in warehouses and factories. We are going to consider some of the benefits and also provide some fantastic workplace tips surrounding safety barriers.

In our own experience;

Pedestrian safety barriers come with a multitude of benefits from protecting people through to stock. There are specific ways of using barriers in achieving the utmost security which we will come onto later.

First, the benefits;

• It all begins with the safety of people. Barriers help keep workers vigilant, even if concentration drops slightly. Acting as a keen reminder, employees are encouraged to stay aware of incoming and outcoming vehicles at all times.
• Also protected are vehicles. In the unfortunate event of a stock collision, safety barriers minimise impact significantly. Results can be the difference between mending a scrape and purchasing brand new.
• Similarly, barriers form a great seal between vehicles and machinery thus preventing costly accidents.
• With many factories and warehouses stocking products vertically, the risks working at height naturally increase. Barriers minimise topple whilst keeping vehicles separate from stock.

Think about it;

Keeping employees safe in their working environment not only adheres to health and safety, it highlights company ethos. People like to feel secure and going the extra mile shows team members a company cares about well being. As an employer, you become more favourable.

But wait, let us share some tips with you;

Having mentioned a number of influential safety factors pedestrian safety barriers exhibit, we’d like to add some helpful tips into the mix. From understanding the right kind of barrier required to ensuring their visibility, we have you completely covered.

It’s true;

There are varying safety barriers available:

• Impact Protection: Divide pedestrians from vehicles & machinery
• Steel Mesh: Used for walkways in factories & the manufacturing industry
• Steel Hoop Guards: Work well in exits and entrances to separate vehicles from people
• Belt Barriers: Ideal for queue management
• Chain Stands: Perfect for pedestrian guidance.

And that’s just one element….

Being aware is intrinsic in the placement of safety barriers. Exits MUST NOT be blocked and safety signs need to remain visible. It’s also important to research potential blind spots created with implementation. In addition, company owners are responsible for assessing any pinch points and reducing the risk of those found.

But that’s not all!

Barricade tape is ideal for placement alongside barriers. It’s bright, it’s noticeable and certainly helps in the prevention of mishaps.

But wait, there’s more….

With pedestrian safety barriers firmly in place, no blind spots and barricade tape firmly on the ground, it’s now time to inform all employees. A thorough briefing for every workforce member is essential for safe and effective use.

By now, you should;

• Be able to understand how to increase the safety of a workforce and any visitors
• Ensure additional vehicle security
• Protect products
• Shield machinery from harm

And here’s why;

When looking after your team, vehicles, products and machinery you’re encouraging a positive culture whilst aiding the effective growth of a company.