
Planning for solar systems
Solar systems are now a must for every commercial building, but little thought is ever given to access during and after installation

Solar systems are now a must for every commercial building, but little thought is ever given to access during and after installation

HSE was engaged to install a compliant solar panel access and roof safety system for a new building at Bomaderry High School.

Temporary roof anchors are useful for creating a fall protection system where one is needed only for a brief time, such as the installation of solar power systems.

Installing a solar panel system on a roof is often a one-off job. Temporary safety systems can keep installers safe.

Depending on the design of your building and solar panel system it may be possible to install an access system that does not require using a harness.

Anchor points and static lines are two common forms of fall protection used to access solar panel systems on roofs.

Height Safety Engineers recently installed a roof access system and HVAC platform at a new industrial warehouse.

There are many reasons why a building may not have a compliant safe access or fall protection system. Here are the most common five our team see.

Height Safety Engineers completed the design and installation of walkway and access systems to the solar array on the roof of a warehouse.

SafeWork NSW, in conjunction with the NSW Government, are launching an inspection blitz focusing on installers of rooftop solar panels.