Falls from height are one of the leading causes of fatalities and severe injuries on construction sites worldwide. In Georgia, too, where construction is considered a high-risk industry, every fall prevented means one more life saved.

Guardrails—safety protection systems and fall prevention barriers—hold a special place in protecting the lives of construction workers.

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This is not merely a "technical requirement"; it is life-saving infrastructure and collective fall protection : a physical barrier installed along the perimeter of the most critical points—walls, slabs, roofs, or any open edge. Correct guardrails ensure the prevention of at least several potential incidents on every project.

Guardrail Types and Risks

1. Handmade Wooden Planks

Construction sites often feature temporary barriers made of wooden planks, characterized by uneven spacing between posts, unreliable anchoring, and low strength. While these guardrails are easy to install and have a low cost, such a barrier creates a false sense of security and may fail to protect a person in the event of a stumble.

2. Steel or Aluminum Guardrails

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These are stronger and more durable compared to wood, but reliability depends on correct anchoring , maintaining proper spacing between posts, the presence of a toeboard, and regular inspection . Improper installation or low-quality components can still pose a risk of falls, deformation, or falling tools/debris.

3. Engineered, Purpose-Designed Protection Systems

These are factory-designed and tested modular systems that meet the required strength and geometry demands. They include:

• A protective mesh Barrier, Barrier

• A T-shaped support post that is firmly anchored into the concrete.

• Locks/Clamps – which rigidly connect the post and the mesh barrier.

The system is quick to install and easy to check. In this category, the risk of falls is significantly reduced .

The Swedish brand Safety Respect specializes in such protection systems. Their slogan, " We protect life, " is proven true in the daily lives of millions of people.

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Safety Respect: Key Advantages

• Robustness and Standard Compliance: Every component of Safety Respect is designed for the harsh construction environment to withstand real-world loads. It complies with the EN 13374 quality standard .
• Speed and Modularity: The systems are designed for quick installation and transport—intended for multiple use .
• Adaptability: Easily adapts to concrete, steel, and timber structures, flat and sloped surfaces, and stretching long spans.

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• Installation Standards Compliance and Individual Support: In Georgia, Safety Respect's partner, Georgian Concrete Club , provides engineer consultations on the construction site and support to ensure full compliance with installation rules.
• Reduced Human mistakes: Due to the engineered, pre-designed modules, the Safety Respect system is, on average, installed even faster than site-assembled, homemade barriers. Adjustable posts, universal clamps, and toeboards eliminate the need to cut and fit components and minimize the risk of human error.

Swedish engineering is a globally recognized best practice, and in Georgia, Safety Respect has been protecting around 50 construction sites since last summer.

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