Dock Gates
Enhance Safety with Dock Gates: Protecting Your Facility and Meeting OSHA Standards
Dock gates are essential for ensuring safety at loading docks and elevated work areas. Designed to prevent falls, forklift roll-offs, and equipment damage, these barriers create a secure environment for workers and equipment. Compliant with OSHA’s safety regulations, dock gates are a cost-effective way to enhance safety and protect your personnel while improving operational efficiency.
Blue Giant Dock Defender
The Blue Giant Dock Defender is a robust safety barrier designed for high-impact scenarios and is virtually maintenance-free.
Features and Benefits:
Strength and Durability:
Constructed from powder-coated solid steel, it has been tested to stop 13,500 lbs at 6.5 mph.
Effortless Operation:
A locking latch mechanism and heavy-duty plate steel hinges with self-oiling bushings ensure smooth and reliable performance.
Easy Installation:
Ships in three pieces and includes all necessary fasteners for quick setup.
Versatile Protection:
Suitable for tight areas and available with optional crawl guards for added safety.
OSHA Compliance:
The Dock Defender helps meet OSHA’s requirements for guarding unprotected sides or edges above 4 feet (OSHA 1910.28). It provides effective personnel protection and mitigates risks associated with open dock edges or elevated platforms.
Available Models:
Part Number | Description | Weight | Optional Bottom Guard |
|---|---|---|---|
BGDB-10-72 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 72″ Wide – Single Barrier | 300 lbs | Yes |
BGDB-10-96 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 96″ Wide – Single Barrier | 315 lbs | Yes |
BGDB-10-108 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 108″ Wide – Single Barrier | 336 lbs | Yes |
BGDB-10-120 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 120″ Wide – Single Barrier | 374 lbs | Yes |
BGDB-20-72 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 72″ Wide – Double Barrier | 430 lbs | N/A |
BGDB-20-96 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 96″ Wide – Double Barrier | 440 lbs | N/A |
BGDB-20-108 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 108″ Wide – Double Barrier | 445 lbs | N/A |
BGDB-20-120 | BG Dock Defender Barrier – Fits Openings 120″ Wide – Double Barrier | 450 lbs | N/A |
McGuire Safety Gate
The McGuire Safety Gate provides reliable pedestrian protection and is specifically designed for loading docks and elevated work areas.
Features and Benefits:
High Visibility:
A two-rail design ensures visibility whether the dock door is open or closed.
Ease of Use:
Gas struts enable one-handed operation, and tapered guides ensure secure closing with minimal effort.
Quick Installation:
The safety gate bolts directly to the finished floor and can be installed in about 20 minutes.
Durable Construction:
Made of carbon steel with a powder-coated yellow finish for durability; stainless-steel finishes are also available.
OSHA Compliance:
Meets or exceeds OSHA 1910.23 requirements for elevated work platforms.
Dock gates not only protect your workforce and equipment but also ensure compliance with OSHA’s rigorous safety standards. With options like the heavy-duty Blue Giant Dock Defender and the versatile McGuire Safety Gate, you can customize safety solutions to meet your facility’s specific needs. Contact us today to explore how dock gates can enhance your facility’s safety, protect your employees, and help you meet OSHA compliance with ease.
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