
Gargoyle Hatch Guardrail
A permanent freestanding guardrail system, which is non penetrating, and safely protects workers from falls through open rooftop hatches. Gargoyle Hatch Guardrail allows for our guardrail system to be integrated with virtually any rooftop opening. This system comes standard with a spring loaded gate, ensuring the gate always returns to the safe closed position. An optional fixed grab bar when exiting or entering the rooftop can be included as requested.
Custom sizes are available for non standard hatches or rooftop openings.
Injury incident
Accident Report Detail:
At approximately 11:20 a.m. on April 11, 2008, an employee sustained a fracture to his right leg when he fell through a roof opening designed for a roof hatch plan, 10-feet, 10-inches elevation, to the concrete floor below. The area was above the planned electrical room with a newly sheeted roof. The emergency medical services were called. Upon assessment of the employee’s condition by the paramedic, he was airlifted to Loma Linda University Medical Center, where he underwent surgery for fractured leg and in-patient hospitalization for a day.
Gargoyle Hatch Guardrail, Hatchbar
Allow your contractors and employees to safely enter and exit your rooftop hatch with the addition of a hatch bar. These roof hatch grab bars mount directly to the frame of the hatch and act as a single point of assistance. With the addition of this roof hatch grab bar, your entry onto rooftops will be both quick and safe. This accessory is designed to work on all makes and models of roof hatches and has been rigorously tested to meet stringent weight and durability requirements.


All products are customizable depending on rooftop layout
and applications and include:
- Grated slip resistant walkways
- Complete installation manual and layout drawings
- Counter weighted baseplates
- Rubber mats to protect rooftop membrane
- Vertical posts
- Horizontal rails
- Set Screws

- Height: 42” from ground to top of rail
- Shipping info (DIMS): 412 lbs
- Length: 70” wide (gate) by 68” deep assembled
- Diameter of rail: 1.9” OD aluminum pipe
- Unit weight: 450 lbs

- “Passive” fall protection system
- OSHA compliant
- Exceeds minimum strength requirements for railings
- Suitable for all roof hatches
- Rails serve as grab bars for easier roof access
- Integrates with existing hatch openings
- Galvanized finish is corrosion resistant aluminum

This system is designed to meet or exceed all major governing bodies fall protection requirements including:
United states – Construction Activities Legislation
OSHA 1926 Subpart M: Fall Protection – 1926.501(b)(4)(i)
United States – Industrial Activities Legislation
OSHA 1910 Subpart D – Walking-Working Surfaces – 1910.28(b)(7)

See a full listing of our Gargoyle Rooftop Guardrail product line.
A guide to understanding fall protection regulations and why you need Gargoyle Guardrail.
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Gargoyle Line Of Products
An investment in fall protection
Cost-effective working at heights safety solutions
Safe and reliable engineered fall protection solution
Meets or exceeds all OSHA and ANSI safety standards and regulations
Protects employees from injury or death from potential accidents working at heights
Reduces the potential for costly fines and high insurance premiums
All individual components are under 40 lbs
Reduces PPE and training requirements of staff and contractors
Simple and quick installations that require only one tool
ON THE LEADING EDGE OF SAFETY
Passive Vs Active Fall Protection
Passive Fall Protection
Active Fall Protection


- Passive fall protection solution
- Galvanized cast steel weights (40 lbs)
- Non-penetrating system (zero risk of rooftop leaks)
- Stack to desired weight to meet safety requirements
- Easy and ergonomic installation
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