Railcar Flat Ramp Gangways
The Ideal Solution When Working On Vehicles Of Consistent Heights
Accessing railcars efficiently and safely is critical to your facility’s throughput and bottom line. With railcar loading products from Carbis Solutions, we can make that aspiration a reality.
Our simple but efficient flat ramp rail gangway (TCG 2000) offers low maintenance costs and a rugged, workhorse design. Whether you are top-loading railcars, or doing a simple sampling procedure – the TCG 2000 is the ideal Rail Car Gangway for fixed-height applications.
The Carbis Flat Ramp Railcar Bridge:
- Minimizes trip hazards on walk surfaces
- Provides guardrails that comply with OSHA standards
- Offers optional pneumatic or hydraulic systems for raising and lowering gangway
- Has a padded lower edge for vehicle protection
Item | Specification |
Weight Capacity | 500 lbs. |
Material | Aluminum |
Working Range | 15 degree above and 15 degree below horizontal |
Safe Access for Railcar Loading and Unloading
Rail car fall protection is a critical aspect of ensuring the safety of workers who need to access railcars via access gangways. With the potential dangers of falls from heights, it is essential to have robust fall protection measures in place.
Rail car gangways provide a flat ramp from the loading rack to the railcar, allowing workers to safely move between the loading platform and the rail car. However, without proper fall protection measures, this access point can pose significant risks to the workers.
Importance of Fall Protection Measures
Falls from heights can lead to serious injuries or even fatalities. It is the responsibility of employers to ensure that the workers have a safe working environment, especially when it comes to accessing railcars via gangways. Implementing proper fall protection measures for loading/unloading rail cars is crucial in minimizing the risks associated with working at heights.
Access and Safety for Railcar Access
Railcar flat ramp access gangways provide the fall protection which is a critical aspect of ensuring the safety of workers who need to access railcars via gangways. With the potential dangers of falls from heights, it is essential to have robust fall protection measures in place.
Why are rail car flat ramp access gangways ideal fall protection?
Rail car flat ramp access gangway fall protection is vital for several reasons:
Worker Safety:
Falls from heights can result in severe injuries or even fatalities. Implementing appropriate fall protection measures helps to minimize these risks and protect the safety and well-being of workers.
Compliance with Regulations:
Government bodies, such as OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in the United States, have established strict regulations regarding fall protection in workplaces. Adhering to these regulations ensures legal compliance and helps prevent potential penalties or litigation.
Increased Productivity:
When workers feel safe and secure, they can focus better on their tasks. Effective fall protection systems enable workers to perform their duties with confidence, resulting in increased productivity.
Additional Gangway Styles
Click to see other styles of gangways.
This unit is popular for truck applications. The design features a self-leveling tread capability that provides level access to the tops of a variety of truck heights.
The TCG 2500 telescoping gangway offers significant fall prevention in vehicles of varying widths.
Railcar Crashbox Safety Cage
Railcar safety cages are a simple yet vital part of railcar fall protection systems. These cages are designed to provide a secure working area around crashboxes for workers accessing railcars hatches. They act as a barrier, helping prevent workers from accidentally falling off the railcar and onto the ground.
- 500 pound capacity to meet your most demanding requirements
- Optional self-leveling safety cage, designed specifically for vehicle type
- Variation in width and length to meet your specific application
