Kee Track Overhead Rigid Rail System

Kee Track is a rigid rail overhead fall protection system made up of fixed track sections mounted above the working area, with a travelling trolley/runner that a user connects to via their harness and lanyard.

Because the rail is rigid, it does not sag or deflect in the way a cable lifeline can. This creates a more predictable system performance and allows for shorter fall distances — exactly what’s needed in low-clearance environments.

Where Kee Track is typically installed

Kee Track is commonly used in overhead safety zones such as:

• Indoor maintenance bays and depots
• Warehouses and logistics hubs
• Manufacturing and fabrication lines
• Aviation hangars and MRO facilities
• Rail depots and rolling-stock workshops
• Service pits and vehicle inspection areas

In each case, the goal is the same: enable safe movement while keeping workers continuously attached overhead.

Kee Track is designed to feel simple for the user while providing robust fall protection in the background. A typical use flow looks like this:

1. User wears a certified full-body harness suitable for overhead fall protection.
2. They connect their lanyard or SRL to the trolley/runner on the rigid rail.
3. As they work, the trolley glides along the track supporting continuous attachment.
4. If a fall or slip occurs, the system arrests the fall quickly with minimal drop distance because the rail stays rigid overhead.

Depending on system design and layout, Kee Track can support single or multiple users operating simultaneously, which makes it ideal for team-based maintenance environments.

A typical Kee Track installation includes:

• Rigid overhead rail sections (engineered track runs forming the lifeline route).
• Travelling trolley/runner with sealed bearings for smooth movement.
• Mounting brackets and structural fixings to connect to roof steelwork or support beams.
• Curves, junctions, and end-stops to safely guide movement and prevent trolley over-travel.
• Compatible PPE (harness, lanyard, energy absorber or SRL), selected based on task and clearance.

Because overhead systems are safety-critical, every component must be installed and certified as part of a complete system.

One of Kee Track’s key advantages is the variety of mounting configurations. The rail can be securely installed to many structural types, including:

• Roof purlins (C & Z), typical in steel-framed buildings
• Secondary steel beams or trusses
• Concrete structures (via suitable engineered fixings)
• Custom brackets for complex support layouts

Safesite’s installation process typically follows these steps:

1. Site survey and risk assessment: We assess clearance, working routes, structural capacity, and user numbers.
2. System design: We create a bespoke Kee Track layout to ensure continuous safe coverage and minimal fall distance.
3. Professional installation: Installed by Safesite’s certified height safety engineers to manufacturer and BS EN specs.
4. Load testing and certification: Your Kee Track system is tested and fully certified before handover.

Kee Track systems are classed as rigid anchor devices (EN 795 Type D) and are subject to strict UK compliance rules.

Key standards and legal requirements

• Work at Height Regulations 2005 — employers must prevent falls, provide suitable systems, and maintain safety equipment.
• BS EN 795 — anchor devices must be tested, installed, and certified correctly.
• BS EN 365 and industry guidance — govern inspection intervals and competent-person requirements.

Inspection and recertification

All Kee Track systems must be inspected and recertified at least every 12 months by a competent person, with more frequent checks recommended for harsh or high-use environments.

Safesite provides full overhead rigid rail testing, inspection reporting, and compliance certificates to keep your system legally valid and safe to use.

Aviation & Aerospace

Kee Track is ideal for aircraft maintenance where technicians work above delicate surfaces and fall clearance is limited.

Rail Depots & Transport Workshops

Rail vehicle maintenance often involves working on train roofs at static platforms. Rigid rail overhead protection provides safe coverage without obstructing the workspace below.

Manufacturing & Industrial Plants

Kee Track supports safe overhead work around machinery, conveyors, and production lines — where falls could cause injury or equipment damage.

Warehousing & Logistics

Perfect for loading bays, vehicle inspection zones, and maintenance depots where ongoing access at height is routine.

Choosing the right overhead system depends on clearance, risk profile, and working requirements. Here’s why Kee Track is often preferred when falls must be tightly controlled:

• Fall clearance: rigid rail needs less clearance because there’s no cable deflection.
• Sag/deflection: none with rigid rail, unlike cable systems.
• Swing risk: reduced pendulum effect due to stable arrest line.
• Maintenance: fewer tensioning/adjustment requirements long-term.
• Best use cases: low-clearance, high-value environments such as depots and hangars.