Commercial Scaffolding

Electrical Contractor

Staircase access to roof with roof-mounted edge protection

Objectives

  • Provide compliant fall protection for operatives during solar panel installation.
  • Ensure non-invasive mounting to preserve roof integrity and waterproofing.
  • Deliver a full lifecycle service: supply, install, inspect, maintain, and remove edge protection post-completion.

Scope of Work

  • Design & Supply:
    A modular, counterweighted edge protection system was selected to avoid roof penetration. All components were pre-certified to BS EN 13374 Class A standards.
  • Installation:
    Operatives installed the system using manual handling protocols and tethered tools. RAMS included wind load assessments, exclusion zones, and emergency rescue procedures.
  • Inspection & Maintenance:
    Weekly inspections were conducted throughout the solar panel installation phase, with documented compliance checks and photographic evidence.
  • Removal & Site Reinstatement:
    Upon completion, the system was dismantled, components cleaned and returned to stock, and the roof surface inspected and signed off by the client’s facilities team.

Strategic Impact

  • Safety Assurance:
    Zero incidents were recorded across the six-week installation period. The edge protection system enabled safe access for solar technicians, scaffolders, and M&E contractors.
  • Operational Efficiency:
    The modular system reduced installation and removal time by 40% compared to traditional scaffold-based solutions, freeing roof access for other trades.
  • Client Confidence:
    Full lifecycle delivery—including compliance documentation, visual branding, and post-removal reinstatement—reinforced trust and led to repeat business across the client’s property portfolio.
  • Sustainability Alignment:
    The project supported the client’s ESG goals by enabling renewable energy infrastructure while maintaining safety and operational integrity.
  • Commercial Value:
    The reusable edge protection system reduced long-term hire costs and positioned the contractor as a strategic partner for future green energy rollouts.

Challenges

  • Roof access limitations
  • Weather-related delays
  • Client concern over potential roof damage

Outcomes

  • 100% compliance with Work at Height Regulations
  • Zero safety incidents
  • On-time delivery and removal
  • Positive client feedback and portfolio expansion

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