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Our skylight screens have a patented, non-penetrating compression installation that eliminates the use of fasteners and tapes to hold it in place on most installations.
Use on a wide range of skylight shapes and sizes. Dome shaped, pyramid shaped, long sections, individual units, standing seam skylights and skylights on rib/corrugated metal roofs. These skylight screens can be installed over almost any skylight. Additionally, they can be used to protect other roof top hazards such as smoke vents.
Skylight Screens are available in galvanized or stainless steel for curb style skylight installations, standing seam metal roof skylights, and for rib/corrugated metal roof skylights.
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Screens come in a full range of sizes and can accommodate skylights as small as 12 x12 inches or as large as 70 x 120 inches. |
Standing Seam Screens are 24" wide x 120'' long. |
Rib/Corrugated Screens are 36" wide x 120" long to fit a standard installed 36" x 120" skylight panel. |
| More about Curb Style Screens | More about Standing Seam Screens | More about Rib Screens |
Worker deaths are not just statistics! This video memorializes the life of Joe, a roof-worker of 25 years, who was killed when he stepped backward into an unprotected skylight. Watch his story, and be sobered about the importance of protecting skylight fall hazards.
Deadly HazardUnprotected skylights are a deadly hazard. Joe, a roof worker of 25 years, was killed when he unexpectedly fell backward into an unprotected skylight. This video memorializes his life and offers fall protection solutions.
OSHA Says...You must cover a skylight with a screen or surround it with a railing. 1910.23(a)(4)
Protecting the skylight must not cause the skylight to break. 1910.23(e)(8). This means that "burglar" screens underneath the skylight are not an acceptable solution. OSHA is concerned about the people who may be under the skylight when the worker falls through (reference).
Cal-OSHA requires a stricter 400 lb. loading requirement. Read more about Cal-OSHA requirements.
Should You Protect'MythBusters' regular Erik Gates dead - falls through skylight
Roof worker of 25 years killed when falling backward through skylight
Self-retracting lanyard/lifelines are popular devices among professionals who work at height. These fall arrest systems can save lives but they can also be dangerous if used improperly. The use of an SRL can seem easy, as it’s basic functions are just like a seat belt, but it is important to pay attention to proper use.
Railing solutions for ramps, stairs and other pedestrian walkways.
