How GRP gratings can improve safety

You don’t need us to tell you workplace safety is important.

Protecting the welfare of workers, and the general public is perhaps the biggest priority for businesses. Yet despite this awareness – and reams of safety legislation – 123 workers were killed in work-related accidents in 2021/22.

Scary stuff.

Which is why anything you can do to enhance safety and minimise risk, no matter how small, is always worthwhile.

Wondering what all this has to do with GRP gratings? Allow us to explain.

Whilst many people are familiar with the advantages of GRP gratings – such as their durability, cost-effectiveness, and impressive lifespan – fewer are aware that a switch could be a huge step forward for onsite safety.

Keen to know more? Here we take a look at some of the key safety advantages of using GRP gratings.

 

5 safety advantages of GRP gratings

·         Anti-slip

Wet conditions and damp environments could spell disaster – but not with GRP gratings. Used as flooring, not only are they waterproof, but thanks to a built-in anti-slip coating, they can be used on roofs, boats, rigs, warehouse floors – in fact, anywhere – to increase traction underfoot and reduce the risk of a nasty accident.  

·         Non-corrosive

Do you work in an environment that uses harsh chemicals? GRP gratings are resistant to a wide pH range and hardy to numerous corrosive substances. Use GRP gratings and you can relax without having to keep an ever-watchful eye for signs of weakness or damage that could impair the integrity and overall safety of the grating.

·         Non-conductive

Electrical resistance is hugely important to prevent death or serious injury. Even an electrical shock as low as 50 volts is enough to cause muscle spasms, stop breathing and prevent the heart from beating properly.

It’s a huge concern. And it’s not just the threat of electrical shock. A build-up of static electricity, or even the smallest of sparks, is enough to cause a serious fire or explosion.

With such devasting consequences, even if you think your environment isn’t vulnerable to electrical dangers – why take the risk? Switch to non-conductive GRP gratings, which will prevent electrical charge from passing through.

·         Fire-retardant

Flames and smoke can wreak untold damage, and anything that can be done to reduce the threat of a fire starting – or spreading – should be taken. Yet another reason GRP gratings are such a safety boon, as they actively reduce fire risk thanks to their fire-retardant qualities.

·         Lightweight

Okay, so the fact that GRP gratings are lightweight might not seem like an obvious safety plus, but it is.

Given their extensive versatility, applications can be wide and varied – check out our blog ‘How GRP grating can be used’ for more on this. The point here though, is that whilst GRP gratings are incredibly lightweight, this isn’t at the sacrifice of strength. So you can benefit from a product that is easy to lift and work with – helping to reduce the threat of accidents or injury during installation – whilst still using a strong, reliable product.

Order GRP gratings today

Practical, versatile, and cost-effective – and all while enhancing safety. If you’re not already reaping the benefits of using GRP gratings, it’s surely time to start!

Visit our GRP gratings page to find out more about the variations available here at HR Kilns. Or if you’d like to chat in more detail about potential uses – and safety benefits – please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the team.

You can call us on 01695 557 711 or email sales@hrkilns.com and we’ll be back in touch as soon as we can.