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Anchor Points 
Pre-engineered or custom anchor points for many different applications.
Cable-Based Lifelines
Horizontal and vertical cable lifeline systems, for travel restraint or fall arrest.
Catwalks
Provide safe and easy access to elevated work stations while mitigating fall hazards.
Confined Space & Rescue
Equipment for access in confined spaces, or to allow for prompt worker rescue.
Ladder Systems
Safety systems designed to keep users on ladders protected from falls.
Loading Platforms, Stairs & Gangways
Passive safety systems that protect workers no matter what they need to access.
Portable Fall Protection
Systems that can be moved or stored as needed, for ultimate flexibility.
Rigid Rail Systems
In areas with minimal fall clearance, rigid rail systems are the solution.
Roof Fall Protection
Systems to protect rooftop workers from inboard and outboard fall hazards.
Roof Guardrail & Safety Railing
Passive safety solutions that don't require special training or regular inspections & testing to be compliant.
Suspended Access & Window Washing
Anchorage products, davits, monorails, and rigging sleeves for window washing and suspended access maintenance.

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If your worker is subject to a fall while on the job, Diversified has a solution. We can design, engineer, fabricate, and install fall protection systems for any application.

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Aircraft & Aerospace
Proven fall protection solutions for aviation maintenance and manufacturing.
Construction
Permanent and temporary fall protection solutions for construction applications.
Feed & Grain
Solutions for feed & grain worker protection during storage, maintenance, transportation, and more.
Government & Military
Fall protection solutions for government and military installations, including aircraft hangars, rooftops, and more.
Healthcare & Education
Systems for hospitals, schools, universities, and more.
Industrial Applications
Versatile safety systems for industrial facilities.
Oil, Gas, & Chemical
Protect at-height workers on silos, towers, pipe racks, drilling platforms, rigs, and more.
Retail Fall Protection Equipment
Systems to protect workers at shopping and retail centers.
Road & Rail
Railcar, truck, and bus fall protection solutions.
Ship & Barge
Fall protection for ships & barges transporting oil, grain, materials, and more.
Stadiums, Arenas, & Convention Centers
Keep workers and visitors safe while protecting aesthetics at any large venue.
Steel & Foundry
Fall protection solutions for foundry and steel mill applications, including crane rails & more.
Suspended Access & Window Washing
Anchors, outriggers & rigging sleeves, davit systems, and more for suspended access.
Utilities & Energy
Systems for power plants, solar and wind generation, and more.
Data Centers
Systems that protect workers maintaining critically important data equipment. 

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Fall Hazard Assessment
A fall protection expert can visit your site to assess all fall hazards and ensure nothing is missed.
Design & Engineering
Our in-house P.E.s and structural engineers design application-specific fall protection systems to meet your specific needs.
Guardrail Rental
Only need to ensure safety for a temporary job or construction project? Diversified offers OSHA-compliant guardrail rental to keep you compliant without needing to purchase a full system.
Fabrication
While we have excellent relationships with many suppliers, we also have the capability to design custom products & solutions for a variety of applications.
Installation
Diversified has a network of installers nationwide who will ensure your system is installed correctly.
Training
Required Authorized User & Competent Person training, performed onsite to avoid workplace disruptions.
Inspections & Recertification
We will perform federally mandated annual inspections, or regular required recertification & testing of systems. When we inspect systems, we assume all liability for its proper functioning.
SIT Services for California
OPOS creation, suspended access inspection, letters of written assurance, and more

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Diversified will perform all necessary services to keep your site compliant, and provides and stores all documentation about its performance as required by OSHA.

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Blog
Our blog has hundreds of articles detailing fall protection systems, best practices, industry updates, and more.
Product Literature
Access our full spec sheet library to learn more about our fall protection products and systems.
OSHA & ANSI Regulations
A breakdown of current OSHA regulations and ANSI standards and how you can ensure your compliance
Free Fall Protection Webinars
Earn AIA continuing education credit with our free webinars. Several different topics are available each month, and can be watched on-demand for easy attendance.
ROI Calculator
Get a general idea of how much a single workplace accident can end up costing.
Free Guide to OSHA Fall Protection Regulations
Free Guide to ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Free PPE Pre-Use Checklist
Free Incident Report
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Roof Guardrail Systems & Safety Railing

Simple, cost-effective fall protection

Roof guardrail systems offer simple fall protection for many uses such as rooftops, mezzanines, stairs, access platforms, gangways, and loading docks, among others.

Guardrails keep your employees safe without needing extra training and help your facility follow OSHA fall protection regulations. These solutions range from temporary, free-standing safety railings to permanent installations.

Explore Diversified’s fall protection guardrail or reach out today to start your next project.

Passive Fall Protection Example: Diversified Fall Protection's Modular Guardrail Contoured Rail

Types of Roof Guardrail Systems

Diversified provides rooftop guardrail systems and products in a range of sizes, styles, colors, and finishes.

Modular Guardrail

Non-penetrating Rooftop Guardrail

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Mounted Guardrail

Permanent Guardrail

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Roof Hatch Guardrail

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Safety Swing Gates

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Loading Dock Safety Gates

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Roof Guardrail Applications

Whether it's on a rooftop, a loading dock, a mezzanine, guardrail is the ultimate passive solution to protecting workers and maintaining OSHA compliance.

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Rooftop Applications

Rooftop guardrail installs easily along roof edges, preventing falls.

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Mezzanines

Workers on indoor or outdoor mezzanines benefit from the installation of safety railing solutions.

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Roof Hatches

Eliminate fall hazards into roof hatches with guardrails.

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rooftop walkways and platforms

Access Platforms and Walkways

Protect workers while permitting access to platforms, walkways, or equipment.

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Cooling Tower Fall Protection

Guardrail solutions designed especially for cooling tower systems.

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Expert Guardrail Installation and Advice

If you are in need of a rooftop guardrail system, we can help. Diversified offers both penetrating and non-penetrating permanent guardrail as well as portable guardrail systems. We can recommend a safety railing system that fits your roof fall protection needs and budget.

Diversified Fall Protection is a complete turnkey provider of OSHA-compliant fall protection systems and has years of experience designing and installing roof guardrail systems. Contact us for expert assistance with your passive fall protection system and other general fall protection requirements.

Roof Guardrail Design Considerations

For rooftop installations, DFP can design and install a variety of non-penetrating guardrail systems to prevent leaks. You must take care when specifying weighted base guardrail systems to consider the loads applied to the deck.

No matter where it is or how it is mounted, the top rail must be capable of withstanding at least 200 lbs. The mid-rail must support at least 150 lbs. You can use swing gates as part of a guardrail system to provide easy access to rooftop hatches and other openings.

The use of a toeboard is recommended in areas such as mezzanines and access platforms where dropped items may fall and strike individuals working below. Guardrail systems may be powder-coated safety yellow for high visibility or utilize custom colors to match or blend into the surroundings.

Roof Guardrail FAQs

How far in does guardrail need to be from the roof edge? OSHA requires guardrail to be 6 feet from the edge.

Guardrail is also required to have a top edge that is a minimum of 42 inches in height (plus or minus 3 inches), with rails installed at mid-height. The railing system must be able to withstand 200 lbs. of force in any outward or downward direction.
When are you required to have a roof guardrail? Guardrail is required by OSHA when there is a drop of 48 inches or more.
Which guardrail is right for your roof? Your selection of roof guardrail should take into account your roofing material and desire for penetrating or non-penetrating roof guardrail systems. Consider whether you are seeking a long-term solution or a temporary one, which is easy to set up and remove. Non-penetrating roof guardrail works for both temporary and permanent installations.
How to build a roof guardrail To build roof guardrail systems, you must have vertical posts spaced no more than 6 feet on center, with top railings of 39-45 inches in height. Midrails when used must be spaced midway between the walking surface and the top edge.

It’s possible to build or install a roof guardrail system quickly and easily using products from Diversified Fall Protection. An even simpler solution is a turnkey roof guardrail system which offers OSHA-compliant fall protection with no hassle and no fuss.
What is passive fall protection? Passive fall protection, like guardrail, means that there is no special training, equipment, or required action on the worker's part needed to be protected from a fall. It also means that the equipment doesn't need to be regularly tested and certified like active fall protection systems do.

Benefits of Roof Guardrail Systems

Cost Effective

Guardrail is often less expensive than an engineered fall arrest system, and installation is fast and easy. Guardrail is also easy to use.

No Harness Necessary

Unlike other forms of fall protection, roof guardrails don't require workers to wear body harnesses and connect to the system via a self-retracting lifeline or shock-absorbing lanyard.

Less Training Required

Your workers are protected from the moment they set foot on your roof, and you’ll save on training and annual recertification costs over time.

Non-Penetrating Design

Protect your roof from leaks with non-penetrating rooftop guardrail systems.

Made in the USA

Save money on freight and shipping while you support American manufacturing. Diversified Fall Protection manufactures all guardrail systems domestically.

Talk to a fall protection specialist

Tell us about your fall protection needs, and we’ll configure a system that rises to your challenges.