Case Study: Kee Guard Installation for NHS Medical Practice

An enquiry was received from the NHS for multiple sites requiring fall protection, including Handsworth Medical Practice. The client’s key requirements included:

• Safe access to roof areas for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance tasks.
• A collective protection system that would provide robust fall prevention.
• A non-penetrating guardrail solution that would not compromise the roof structure.
• Ladder access points to allow maintenance teams to move safely onto the roof.
• A swift design and installation process that aligned with their pre-arranged programme of works.

Due to the tight timescales, the client required proposals and pricing to be delivered quickly in order to secure approval with the local authority. Additionally, installation needed to be completed by the end of the financial year, across several NHS sites.

Safesite successfully delivered and installed the Kee Guard guardrail and ladder access system at the Handsworth Medical Practice within the required timescale. The installation was completed efficiently and with minimal disturbance to daily operations, allowing the client to continue its essential healthcare services without interruption.

Customer benefits included:

• Safe access for maintenance teams and contractors: The system now allows routine maintenance, inspections, and cleaning tasks to be carried out without exposing workers to the risk of falls.
• Collective protection: Unlike systems requiring harnesses or lifelines, the guardrail protects anyone accessing the roof, ensuring safety for all users.
• No damage to the roof: The non-penetrating design preserved the integrity of the existing roof structure, avoiding costly repairs or long-term risks of water ingress.
• Quick and efficient installation: The works were carried out swiftly, in line with the client’s pre-arranged programme of works.
• Compliance with the latest standards: The Kee Guard system fully meets BS 13700:2021, giving the client confidence in its long-term compliance and durability.

Feedback from the client highlighted their satisfaction with the speed of response, from initial enquiry to proposal, and the swift turnaround of installation, which allowed them to remain on schedule.

This project demonstrates Safesite’s ability to deliver tailored fall protection solutions that meet strict safety standards while accommodating the fast-paced operational requirements of healthcare facilities. By conducting a rapid remote survey, providing proposals within 24 hours, and delivering a compliant, non-penetrating solution, Safesite ensured the NHS medical practice could maintain safe roof access without disruption to its essential services.

With over 30 years of experience, Safesite specialises in collective fall protection systems, safe access solutions, and compliance services. From initial survey and design through to installation and recertification, our team ensures that every project delivers long-lasting safety, compliance, and peace of mind.

If your organisation requires compliant roof edge protection, access systems, or fall prevention solutions, contact Safesite today for expert advice and a tailored installation that protects your workforce and your buildings.