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Working at height on commercial vehicles, including flatbed trailers, rigid trucks, and tankers, presents serious fall risks. According to the Work at Height Regulations 2005, employers must take action to prevent falls where there is a risk of injury, using collective fall protection systems like fall arrest bars, truck safety rails, and access steps wherever reasonably practicable (Schedule 2, WAHR 2005).
TransQuip supplies purpose-built fall protection systems for commercial fleets, designed to improve worker safety, ensure legal compliance, and reduce operational risks.
Fall-related injuries from commercial vehicles are a known hazard across the UK transport, logistics, and construction industries. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) notes that falls from height are a leading cause of serious workplace injuries and fatalities. Vehicles without proper fall protection systems significantly increase the risk of these incidents (HSE Work at Height Introduction).
Employers are legally required to prioritise collective measures (like guardrails and side protection) over personal protective equipment (PPE), in line with the hierarchy of fall protection (Regulation 6, WAHR 2005).
To address these risks effectively, fleet managers should implement collective fall protection systems like TransGard, which provide a physical barrier that doesn’t rely on individual harness training.
TransQuip’s TransGard Fall Arrest Bars (also referred to as truck safety rails or guardrails) offer fixed or adjustable edge protection designed specifically to prevent falls from elevated vehicle platforms.
For dropside and flatbed vehicles, a TransGard 3-Sided Fall Protection Kit is the most comprehensive way to secure the rear and sides of the vehicle simultaneously.
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Our complete TransGard Vehicle Fall Arrest Kits use high-tensile ratchet or cam buckle straps to create adjustable safety barriers, making them the ideal choice for multi-fleet operators who require flexible mounting points.
Each kit is:
Safe access and egress are essential components of any fall protection system. TransQuip offers:
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TransQuip supplies durable safety chains designed to provide a reliable barrier to prevent lateral falls during vehicle loading, unloading, and transit. These chains:
TransQuip’s side guards are fixed barriers mounted low along the sides of commercial vehicles, designed primarily to protect pedestrians and cyclists from being pulled under the wheels in the event of a collision. These guards do not serve as fall prevention for workers on vehicle platforms but are an important safety feature mandated by UK law to improve road safety for vulnerable users.
Side guards comply with the Construction and Use Regulations 1986 and are subject to specific Road Traffic Legislation on HGV safety railings designed to reduce risks to pedestrians and cyclists.
Key features include:
By installing side guards, operators enhance overall vehicle safety, complementing fall protection systems aimed at workers on the vehicle itself.
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View TransQuip’s Recommended Fall Arrest Kits, thoughtfully assembled to combine compatible components that work together for optimal vehicle safety and regulatory compliance.
Every vehicle fleet is different. That’s why TransQuip offers bespoke fall protection systems, tailored to suit your operational needs. Whether you need:
We can deliver fully customised solutions to meet your exact needs, with expert advice on installation. If you require multiple products or a large order, please contact us to discuss your requirements and receive a personalised quote.
Failing to provide appropriate fall protection for employees working at height, including on vehicles, can result in severe legal and financial consequences. Under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Work at Height Regulations 2005, employers have a legal duty to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety, and welfare of their employees.
If an employee suffers an injury due to inadequate safety systems (e.g. lack of guardrails or safe access equipment), the employer can be held liable.
Potential penalties include:
Unlimited fines for breaches of health and safety law
Criminal prosecution of company directors or responsible persons
Prohibition or improvement notices issued by HSE inspectors
Civil claims for compensation from injured employees
According to the UK Sentencing Council’s Health and Safety Offences Guidelines, fines can exceed £1 million in cases involving serious harm or fatality, particularly where the risk was obvious, foreseeable, and preventable (Sentencing Council, 2016).
Key takeaway: Investing in compliant fall protection is not just a best practice, it is a legal requirement that protects your people and your business.
A fall arrest bar is a steel safety rail fitted to a vehicle platform to prevent workers from falling. Installed at approximately 1m height, it forms a physical barrier and complies with collective fall prevention laws. You can view our full range of heavy-duty TransGard fall arrest bars and kits here.
Fall arrest bars should be used whenever employees work at height on vehicle beds or trailers and are at risk of falling from an open edge. They are ideal for flatbeds, tankers trucks.
Fall protection is required whenever there is a risk of injury from falling, regardless of height. The law does not specify a minimum height, as even low falls can cause serious harm (HSE Work at Height FAQs).
According to HSE, the most effective form is collective fall protection (e.g. guardrails, truck safety rails) as it does not rely on individual behaviour (HSE Work at Height FAQs).
Fall protection straps include tensioned ratchet or cam buckle systems used to prevent falls, such as those in TransQuip’s TransGard kits. They serve as a flexible alternative to fixed rails.
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