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Guardrail Safety Testing
— BS 13700 Compliance
Keep people safe at height and demonstrate compliance with a competent guardrail safety test — aligned to BS 13700, BS EN 13374, BS 6180 and ISO 14122-3.
We confirm that fixed and freestanding guardrails, roof handrails, balustrades and barriers are fit for purpose, compliant with the correct UK standards and audit-ready.
From permit-ready RAMS to signed certification, you get tidy on-site delivery and clear, photo-led evidence for your records.
- Why guardrail testing mattersA compliant guardrail is your first line of defence against falls from height. Weather, vibration, foot traffic and third-party works can loosen fixings, affect counterweights and degrade finishes. Routine guardrail testing confirms stability, geometry and integrity, helping you meet Work at Height duties and pass audits without drama.
- What our guardrail test includesWe start by confirming the installed system type (freestanding/counterweighted, fixed, or temporary edge protection) and reviewing any O&Ms or previous certificates. On site, we check condition and configuration, verify fixings and interfaces (anchors, baseplates, clamps, membranes, parapets and slab edges), and carry out performance/stability verification where the standard or manufacturer requires it. Findings are explained in plain English, with high-quality photos and risk-ranked actions so you know exactly what to do next.
- Standards & regulations we work toYour installation is tested against the standard that applies to it: BS 13700 (permanent counterweighted/freestanding guardrails), BS EN 13374 (temporary edge protection), BS 6180 (barriers and balustrades in buildings) or BS EN ISO 14122-3 (machine/access ways). Legal duties to maintain and inspect sit under the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (and PUWER where applicable). We confirm the correct framework on site and apply it consistently across your estate.
- Reporting & certification After testing you receive a Guardrail Test Certificate, a detailed photo report with defect locations and risk-ranked actions, durable tags showing asset ID and next due date, and an asset register (CSV/PDF). If remedials are required, we issue an itemised quote and, once complete, re-inspect/test and re-certify.
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TECHNICAL QUESTIONS
Full-suite guardrail services: competent testing, compliant inspections and reliable maintenance with fast certification.
We align testing with BS 13700 (permanent counterweighted/freestanding rails), BS EN 13374 (temporary edge protection), BS 6180 (barriers/balustrades in buildings) and BS EN ISO 14122-3 (machine/access ways). Legal duties sit under the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
For permanent counterweighted guardrails, BS 13700 requires an annual thorough examination (and after any significant event, e.g. severe weather). Other systems follow manufacturer guidance and risk assessment (annually is a common baseline).
This part covers the design, installation, maintenance, and inspection of lightning protection systems for structures to prevent physical damage and reduce hazards to life.
This section addresses the protection of internal electrical and electronic systems from lightning electromagnetic impulse (LEMP).
Guardrail Safety Specialists
OUR SERVICES
We help duty-holders stay safe at height and stay compliant.
From routine inspections and testing to responsive maintenance and re-certification, we deliver tidy workmanship, plain-English paperwork and a predictable annual programme.
WE OFFER SOLUTIONS
Guardrail Safety Testing, Inspection & Maintenance
Ready to book your inspection? Get a quick quote and secure your next compliance date today.
WHAT
WE
DONE?
Industrial Properties
(Manufacturing • Storage & Distribution • Flex)
Need: durable, low-maintenance protection for plant, mezzanines, service roofs.
Systems: freestanding roof guardrails, fixed parapet rails, walkway rails, self-closing gates.
We do: inspect, test, maintain, re-ballast, certify with photo reports.
Commercial Properties
(Offices • Leisure • Civic)
Need: compliant, tidy edge protection with minimal disruption.
Systems: parapet-mounted rails, freestanding perimeters, terrace balustrades.
We do: plan access, inspect, test where required, certify and tag.
Retail Properties
(Shopping Centres • Retail Parks • High Street)
Need: robust systems with tight access windows.
Systems: roof/service-deck guardrails, signage platform rails, loading-bay barriers.
We do: out-of-hours visits, first-time fixes, re-certification.
Schools, Colleges & Universities
Need: safe access around term time.
Systems: freestanding roof rails, stair/landing handrails, plant-room walkway rails.
We do: holiday scheduling, inspect/test, maintain, certify for estates records.
Places of Worship & Period Buildings
Need: safety without harming heritage fabric.
Systems: non-penetrative roof rails, discreet parapet rails, internal balustrades.
We do: sympathetic maintenance, minimal disturbance, photo-led certification.
Healthcare Facilities & Care Homes
Need: reliable protection for 24/7 operations.
Systems: roof edge rails to plant decks, terrace balustrades, access walkway rails.
We do: permit-ready RAMS, quiet inspections, swift maintenance and re-cert.
We Protect Your Property from Lightning
Why choose us
Competent, qualified engineers carrying out inspections and tests in line with UK regulations and relevant British Standards.
Clear, same-day findings with photo evidence, risk ratings, and a prioritised remedials list.
Certificate & tagging on completion, plus an asset register for your records.
Annual reminder service so renewals never slip. (Most systems are checked at least every 12 months, and BS 13700:2021 requires annual inspection for permanent counterweighted guardrails.)
What we work on
Freestanding (counterweighted) roof guardrails — BS 13700:2021.
Temporary edge protection — BS EN 13374.
Fixed handrails/balustrades and barriers — BS 6180 and BS EN ISO 14122-3 (as applicable).
Typical deliverables
- Test & inspection certificate
- Tagging with next due date
- Photo report with defects & recommendations
- Maintenance quote (if required)
PARTNERS
Our Guardrail Safety Testing, Inspection & Maintenance services are designed to safeguard a wide range of buildings, including:
- Industrial properties
- Commercial properties
- Retail properties
- Schools, colleges, and universities
- Places of worship
- Period buildings
- Healthcare facilities
- Care homes
Each category has unique requirements, and we tailor our solutions accordingly to ensure optimal protection.
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Contact us today to learn more about how we can help safeguard your valuable property and ensure the safety of its occupants.