Eurosafe Solutions Ltd

Despite its modern amenities and striking design, ensuring the safety of workers and visitors in a building of such stature posed a significant challenge. With several stories towering above ground level, maintaining proper fall protection measures became paramount.The need to comply with stringent safety regulations while providing unobstructed views from the terraces presented a unique dilemma for the management of 33 Charterhouse Street.To address these challenges effectively, Eurosafe, a leading provider of innovative safety solutions, was engaged to devise and implement a comprehensive safety plan tailored to the unique requirements of 33 Charterhouse Street. The solution included:Installation of Horizontal Fall Protection Cable SystemEurosafe installed a state-of-the-art horizontal fall protection cable system across strategic locations of the building. This system ensured that workers could move freely across the terraces and other elevated areas while being securely tethered to prevent falls.Annual Inspection and MaintenanceRecognising the importance of regular maintenance for safety equipment, Eurosafe organised an annual inspection of the installed fall protection systems. This proactive approach ensured that any potential issues were identified and addressed promptly, maintaining the efficacy of the safety measures.Employee TrainingTo empower employees with the knowledge and skills required to utilise the installed safety equipment effectively, Eurosafe provided comprehensive working at height training sessions. These sessions covered proper usage techniques, emergency procedures, and general safety guidelines, equipping employees with the confidence to navigate elevated areas safely.Supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)In addition to installing safety systems, Eurosafe supplied the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) required for employees to use the installed systems safely. This included harnesses, lanyards, and other safety gear, ensuring full compliance with safety regulations and standards.

The Alder Hey Children’s Hospital won the Prime Minister’s Better Public Building award at the 2016 British Construction Awards. This building was designed to provide the best quality of healthcare possible in an environment that will develop the recovery process of patients. Costing over £250 million and named the ‘hospital under the hill’, it is designed to blend into the current environment and landscape incorporating grass from Springfield park in Liverpool curving up and over the building. This project was a connection of architecture and engineering to produce a natural and calming environment for the children and families.

Amstel Tower: 192 apartments, 168m2 retail space and a hotel with 186 rooms run by Meininger. With an underground parking garage with 171 spaces and on the ground floor two catering establishments, it is a spectacular building with a great view of the river Amstel and the city centre. It is described as an asset to the Amsterdam skyline.

Safety is of paramount importance at Danone Nutricia. With the help of a tailor-made Söll MultiRail, drivers and Nutricia employees can safely load and unload trucks.

DHL’s new supply chain campus in Brackmills, Northampton offers cost-competitive, flexible supply chain solutions that add value to businesses. This modern, purpose-built campus offers low cost, flexible warehousing managed by logistics industry experts and is set in a prime location with excellent communication and distribution networks.

ELAM is a world-class 16-19 Academy which opened in one of the most deprived areas of the UK. ELAM offers young people everything that they will need to lead successful lives within the music, games design and film and television sectors – the Recognition, the Access and the Relevant skills to become ‘Industry Ready’.

The primary objectives were to facilitate the safe maintenance of the roof surface, gutters, and the extensive Solar PV installation on the South Stand while ensuring long-term protection of the standing seam roof.To meet these requirements, Eurosafe provided a tailored solution using the Ascent range of walkways, step units, and handrails, combined with MSA Latchways fall protection systems:Ascent Aluminium Walkways: Installed to provide levelled, slip-resistant access across the standing seam roof, these walkways are fully tested and approved for use on this roof type. They also help protect the roof surface from potential damage caused by regular foot traffic associated with Solar PV maintenance.Ascent Aluminium Step Units: Deployed in areas where level changes occur, these units ensure safe transitions between different roof sections, maintaining full accessibility for maintenance personnel.Ascent Handrails: Where fall hazards were present, walkways were fitted with robust handrails to further enhance user safety.MSA Latchways Constant Force Fall Protection System: In areas with less frequent maintenance access, Bemo-approved Latchways fall protection systems were installed, offering secure attachment points for operatives working at height.

Eurosafe designed and installed several solutions, including step units, guardrail edge protection, stepped and levelled walkways, ManSafe® systems, and raised platforms around heat exchange units for engineers' safety. A fixed stair unit was proposed for emergency access and egress planning.

The Gatwick Train Station upgrade, a critical component of the broader Brighton Main Line improvement initiative, aims to enhance the station's capacity and improve passenger experience. This project is a part of Network Rail's commitment to upgrade infrastructure, ensuring safety, efficiency, and modern facilities for travellers. Gatwick Airport Station, serving as a key transit hub, necessitated significant upgrades to accommodate increasing passenger numbers and future-proof its operations.The project's specific requirements included:Back of House: Full access to the flat roof area for maintenance and safety inspections.Platform 3 & 4: General roof access to gutters to ensure proper drainage and maintenance.Main Concourse Roof: General access to ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene) rooflights and gutters for regular maintenance and cleaning.To meet these requirements, the following solutions were employed:Back of House – Free Standing GuardrailTo ensure safe access across the entire flat roof area without compromising the structural integrity of the building a free standing guardrail provided a non-penetrative solution, offering collective protection without the need for fixing into the roof membrane, thereby maintaining the roof's waterproofing integrity.Main Concourse Roof – MSA ManSafe SystemsTo provide secure and efficient access to ETFE rooflights and gutters, the MSA ManSafe Systems were installed. This system enabled safe access for maintenance personnel to perform necessary inspections and cleaning, ensuring the rooflights and gutters remain functional and in good condition.Platform 3 & 4 – Ascent Aluminium Walkway & StepsTo facilitate safe and easy access to the roof gutters the Ascent Aluminium Walkway & Steps system provided a durable and slip-resistant path, allowing maintenance crews to navigate the roof area safely and efficiently.Main Concourse Roof – Ascent Aluminium Walkway & StepsSimilar to Platform 3 & 4, the objective was to ensure safe access to roof areas. This system was crucial for maintaining the ETFE rooflights and gutters, offering a robust and reliable access route for maintenance tasks.Platform 3 & 4 – MSA ManSafe SystemsTo ensure comprehensive safety for personnel accessing the roof areas, the ClimbLatch ManSafe Systems were installed. This system provided fall protection and secure access points, enhancing overall safety during maintenance operations.The implementation of these solutions by Lindner Prater Ltd. significantly enhanced the safety and accessibility of Gatwick Train Station's roof areas. The tailored safety systems ensured that maintenance personnel could perform their duties efficiently without compromising their safety or the integrity of the station's infrastructure. These upgrades are a pivotal part of the station's modernisation, aligning with Network Rail's goal to deliver a more reliable and user-friendly railway service.For more details on the Gatwick Train Station upgrade, visit the Network Rail project page

The BuildingThe Hampton by Hilton is a multi-storey hotel located within the grounds of London Stansted Airport, providing essential accommodation for travellers and airport staff alike. The building features a flat roof on the 7th floor, requiring regular maintenance access.The ChallengeCambridge Maintenance Services Ltd commissioned an independent consultancy to assess the hazards associated with roof access for general maintenance. Although horizontal fall protection systems had been previously installed, the consultant identified several critical safety concerns:Operatives could still approach the roof edge to a point where they could fall and become suspended.The likelihood of a fall was heightened by the presence of algae on the roof, creating a slippery surface.Additional trip hazards were present, including cable trays and the fall protection systems themselves.The report recommended a more robust and passive fall protection measure to eliminate the reliance on PPE and reduce the risk to personnel.The SolutionIn response to the consultant’s findings, Eurosafe Contracting Ltd designed, supplied, and installed a complete Permanent Counterweighted Guardrail System (PCGS) using SolidRail Freestanding Guardrail.This system was selected due to its compliance with BS 13700:2021 and its suitability for retrofitting on existing buildings without the need for roof penetration. Wind loading calculations were performed to ensure the system’s performance was sufficient for the building’s height and exposed location.Project HighlightsCompliance: Designed to meet the latest standards (BS 13700:2021).Customised Design: Site-specific wind load calculations ensured the system’s long-term integrity.Minimal Disruption: The system’s ease of installation allowed the works to be completed efficiently without interrupting operations at the fully functioning hotel.Long-Term Safety: The freestanding guardrail provides full perimeter edge protection, significantly reducing risk and removing the need for PPE or horizontal line systems.OutcomeThe installed guardrail system now provides continuous, passive edge protection across the entire 7th floor roof, ensuring safe access for maintenance personnel and enhancing overall safety without the need for specialist training or PPE.Eurosafe’s tailored solution has delivered long-term safety benefits for both the client and building users, supporting ongoing maintenance works with minimal operational impact.

With the collaboration of Eurosafe Solutions’ design team and Scott Osborn, a successful solution was provided whilst blending in to the design of the building.

"Reducing the risk of working at height is a key focus for Kautex. Providing safe access and fall protection to maintain our machinery is critical."Eurosafe Solutions provided the client with a safe method of accessing these areas, utilising both structural steelwork on the machine itself and the steel frame of the building to provide overhead Latchways ManSafe Systems and PPE Anchor Points.

Leeds City college was formed in 2009 after merging with 3 other educational facilities and is now one of the largest Further Education establishments in the UK. The college takes every aspect of safety into account and required safe roof access for maintenance works. Working directly with the college, Sam Wakeling (Estimator) carried out the initial site survey to assess the clients’ requirements and discuss the suitable solutions that Eurosafe Solutions could provide. All the roof areas are located at different levels, therefore a solution to provide safe access was required.

Network Rail has redeveloped the 180-year old London Bridge station – the fourth busiest station in the country with over 54 million passengers passing through every year. To redevelop such a vast, complex site Network Rail required a team that would work together with one goal in mind and add value by presenting viable solutions. Designed by Grimshaw, the remodelling of the station integrated Victorian architecture with 21st Century infrastructure, including a new, naturally lit concourse larger than the pitch at Wembley Stadium.

A Noracon Travelling Gantry was installed to the full width and length of the North Ticket Hall suspended from aluminium monorails concealed within the ceiling. The Gantry was designed to travel parallel to the escalators beneath utilising a rope driven trolley which removed the requirement for any electrical connections. To enable the platform to travel the full length. part of the gantry was designed to become detached from the main section, allowing it to be “jettisoned” at the point where the new lift obstructs travel. The two sections become independent allowing the gantry to travel the remaining distance.

The SolutionsAscent Stair: The Ascent Stair provides a safe and sturdy route to elevated areas, ensuring hospital staff and maintenance teams have secure access to critical areas. This solution was chosen for its versatility, ease of installation, and compliance with safety standards.Ascent Access Ladder: Installed to provide vertical access to rooftop and high-level areas, the Ascent Access Ladder ensures quick and safe movement between different levels of the hospital’s facilities. Its robust design was essential in meeting the safety needs of this busy healthcare environment.Free Standing Louvre Screen: The Louvre Screen was installed to shield rooftop equipment, such as HVAC units, from the elements and provide aesthetic concealment while maintaining air circulation. This solution enhances the hospital’s exterior while protecting crucial operational equipment.

The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) identified health and safety as its number one priority in the construction of the venues, infrastructure and Athletes’ Village (Olympic park) for London 2012. With Eurosafe Solutions playing a part in the ‘exemplary health and safety record’ of the London 2012 Olympics, which has become a key part of the Olympic legacy.

Eurosafe Solutions has ensured safe access to Salisbury Cathedral, which has the tallest spire in Britain! The main body of the cathedral was completed in only 38 years, from 1220 to 1258. Since 1549, the cathedral has had the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom, at 404 feet (123m). Visitors can take the “Tower Tour” where the interior of the hollow spire, with its ancient wood scaffolding, can be viewed. The cathedral also has the largest cloister and the largest cathedral close in Britain at 80 acres.

Constructed in 2015, the Charles Street building is part of the University’s overall aim to improve the student experience and enhance the University’s reputation. This development brings together the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities and will primarily focus on training teachers and house the Sheffield Institute of Education

Bramall Lane – Sheffield United Football Club’s home – is rich in history. It remains one of the oldest grounds in the world still used for professional football. The idea of Bramall Lane came from the mind of a champion of cricket from Sheffield, Michael J. Ellison. In 1854, he was the primary driving force behind the idea of having a new first-class cricket and sporting venue for the city, giving six of the local leading clubs an enclosure to be proud of. It saw its first football match take place on 29th December 1862.

The Summit Building at Hafod Eryri (Mount Snowdon) is located at 3,560ft (1,085 metres) above sea level - the highest point in the British Isles outside Scotland. The building, which was officially opened in June 2009, attracts half a million visitors per year and includes a visitors centre and cafe.

TenneT is preparing the Dutch electricity grid for the future. New high-voltage connections, Wintrack masts, have been developed for this.

Eurosafe Solutions completed a major project to deliver and install a suspended cradle access system for the new Formula One Grand Prix stadium, which is built in India.

The SolutionsEurosafe was selected to lead the project due to its expertise in designing and installing safety systems for large commercial properties. Collaborating with NorAcon, a world-renowned manufacturer with decades of experience in producing high-quality gantries, Eurosafe embarked on a project that would push the boundaries of conventional gantry design.Conceptualising and Suggesting the Use of a Gantry: The initial brief was to provide a solution that would ensure sufficient access for both general and specialised roof maintenance. Eurosafe proposed a novel solution - a travelling gantry that moves along rails and is powered manually. This innovative design included hatches through the floor for easy access, effectively addressing the maintenance needs while also offering a unique, efficient solution.Surveying and Utilising the Existing Structure: To minimise disruption and reduce costs for the client, Eurosafe utilised the existing steelwork that was already part of the building's structure to support the gantry. This approach not only conserved resources but also ensured structural integrity. Specialist 3D surveying techniques were employed to accurately assess the as-built condition of the steelwork, ensuring precision in both design and installation.Gantry Design: The gantry was designed using advanced 3D CAD software, allowing for optimised efficiency across all teams involved in the project. This sophisticated design process enabled seamless collaboration between engineers, fabricators, and installers, ensuring that the final product met the highest standards of safety and performance.Setting Up the Crane: The project began with the careful setup of a crane, which was crucial for the safe and precise installation of the gantry. This phase required meticulous planning to ensure that the crane could operate effectively within the confined spaces of the shopping centre.Rigging of Lifting Equipment: Following the crane setup, the next step involved rigging the lifting equipment to the gantry. This process was executed with high precision, setting the stage for a secure and controlled lift.Lifting the Gantry: The most critical phase of the project was lifting the gantry from ground level to the designated glass area. This operation showcased the combination of advanced technology and skilled expertise, ensuring the gantry was positioned accurately and safely.Fitting Wheelboxes: Once the gantry was in place, Eurosafe’s engineers installed the wheelboxes, which are essential for the gantry’s smooth and reliable operation. This step was crucial in ensuring the long-term durability and functionality of the system.

Working at a height of 225 meters requires reliable and efficient fall protection. People working on the bridge must be protected against falling from this extreme height. The strict laws and regulations in Norway also ensure that a reliable safety solution is given the highest priority. Eurosafe Solutions have installed a safety solution on the Hardanger Bridge in Norway.

The Hepworth Gallery required access to their low pitched roofs to facilitate safe working at height when carrying out external glazing cleaning and general maintenance. The concrete design of the building resulted in a thin roof construction, so The Gallery needed to ensure that any systems installed were fit-for-purpose, fully tested and compatible. With such a prestigious and architecturally prominent building, it was imperative that the chosen system also suited the design of the building.

Eurosafe Solutions undertook the challenge and provided a safety solutions to Scotland’s Largest Art Installation, the Kelpies. Working alongside the main contractor on the project, SH Structures, Eurosafe Solutions supplied and installed an internal ladder within each of the horse heads, one 19 meters high and another 21 meters high whilst also providing rope access assistance to the installers of the structures external cladding. The ladders provided by Eurosafe Solutions consist of multiple sections of Glideloc “Y” spar ladder sections, with a pivot section at the front of each which can be locked to prevent unauthorised use.

Working alongside our partner GPBMU we were able to offer our GPI model building maintenance unit which provides 2 person access to the complete façade. This model also incorporates an auxiliary hoist function with a load capacity of 500kg for the glass replacement.

Whitechapel Station is a London Underground & Overground station in the district of Whitechapel in greater London and was originally opened in 1876. Since then it has been redeveloped many times to take into account the growing use of the station. Whilst step-free access is not available, with all access via stairs, this caused many issues as the station is becoming busier and busier. Crossrail have started construction of the programme of station upgrade activity  during the second half of 2017 and into 2018.