- Guardrails, Balustrades & Barriers
- Roof Edge Protection - Maintenance Guardrails
- Metal Roof Guardrail Systems & Aluminium Rooftop Railing
Metal Roof Guardrail Systems and Aluminium Rooftop Railing
Roof edge protection is typically required whenever people need to work near an unprotected roof edge and there is a risk of falling. Under the Work at Height Regulations 2005, employers must prevent falls wherever reasonably practicable, with collective protection measures such as guardrails taking priority over personal fall protection systems. Unlike personal fall protection systems that rely on PPE, training and user behaviour, metal roof guardrail systems provide continuous protection for everyone working on the roof.
Eurosafe's SolidRail® aluminium roof guardrail system is a lightweight, modular solution designed to deliver permanent roof edge protection for commercial, industrial and public sector buildings. Available as both a freestanding roof guardrail system and a fixed installation, SolidRail® provides reliable rooftop safety while preserving the integrity and appearance of your building.
Lightweight Roof Edge Protection Without Compromising Your Roof
Manufactured from high-strength structural aluminium, SolidRail® combines excellent durability, low maintenance and modern aesthetics with full compliance to relevant UK standards. Whether you require a rooftop railing system for a new development or an existing building, SolidRail® provides a practical, long-term solution that protects people while reducing lifetime ownership costs.
SolidRail@ Roof Guardrail Applications:
Commercial offices
Industrial facilities
Manufacturing sites
Healthcare buildings
Education campuses
Public sector buildings
Distribution centres
Roof-mounted plant areas
Solar PV installations
SolidRail® systems can be used either as a temporary or permanent fall protection solution and is fully compliant with the latest safety regulations (BS 13700:2021 + BS EN 13374:2013).
Temporary Guardrail Systems | Permanent Fall Protection |
Construction Projects | Ongoing building maintenance |
Short-term Protection | Continuous protection |
Removed After Works | Always Available |
Frequent installation/removal | One-off Installation |
Suitable for Contractors | Ideal for Facilities Management |
For buildings requiring routine inspections, maintenance or servicing, a permanent roof guardrail system typically provides the safest and most cost-effective long-term solution.
Why choose SolidRail® as your Roof Guardrail System?
SolidRail® is made up of aluminium and is on average 30% lighter than competitor steel guardrails of similar size. This ultimately reduces the loads applied to the building.
Permanent collective fall protection
Freestanding or fixed roof guardrail installation
No roof membrane penetration with freestanding systems
Lightweight aluminium construction
Fast installation with minimal disruption
Highly corrosion-resistant
Low maintenance and long service life
Suitable for most commercial flat and low-pitched roofs
Modern architectural appearance
Designed and installed by Eurosafe height safety specialists
For more information, or to request a free quotation, please fill in the enquiry form below.
Roof Guardrail Compliance and UK Legislation
Employers have a legal duty to prevent falls from height wherever reasonably practicable. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require collective protection measures, such as roof guardrails, to be considered before relying on personal fall protection equipment.
SolidRail® has been designed to help organisations meet their responsibilities under current UK legislation and recognised industry standards, including:
Work at Height Regulations 2005
BS EN 13374:2013 Temporary Edge Protection Systems
BS 13700:2021 Permanent Edge Protection Systems
BS EN ISO 14122 Safety of Machinery - Permanent Means of Access
Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM)
Choosing a compliant roof guardrail system not only improves worker safety but also helps demonstrate due diligence, simplify contractor management and support compliance with health and safety legislation.
Roof Guardrail Installation
SolidRail® is suitable for a wide range of roof constructions, including flat roofs, low-pitched roofs, standing seam roofs, trapezoidal metal roofs, concrete roofs, single-ply membrane roofs, bituminous roofs, green roofs and roof plant areas. However, every roof is different. That is why every installation is individually assessed to ensure the most appropriate solution is specified.
Our roof guardrail installation process includes:
1. Site survey
2. Roof assessment
3. System design
4. Structural review (where required)
5. Professional installation
6. Final inspection
7. Handover documentation
The modular design of SolidRail® enables rapid installation with minimal disruption to normal building operations.
Features include:
Hidden drop-in rail connections
Ferruled tube ends for faster assembly
Corner fittings
Adjustable deviations
Locking access gates
Clip-on toe boards
Architects and specifiers can also download SolidRail® technical information via the NBS Source Platform.
Freestanding Roof Guardrail Systems
Freestanding roof guardrail systems provide permanent edge protection without penetrating the roof membrane, making them ideal where preserving waterproofing and manufacturer warranties is essential.
Rather than being mechanically fixed to the roof, SolidRail® uses a carefully engineered counterbalance weight system that keeps the guardrail securely in position.
Benefits of Freestanding Roof Guardrail Systems:
No drilling into the roof
Preserves roof membrane integrity
Protects manufacturer warranties
Fast installation
Suitable for retrofit projects
Easily adapted to changing layouts
Freestanding systems are particularly popular on:
Single-ply roofs
Bituminous roofs
Metal roofs
Standing seam roofs
Concrete roofs
Fixed Roof Guardrail Systems
Where structural attachment is preferred or required, SolidRail® can also be supplied as a fixed roof guardrail system.
Fixed systems are commonly specified for:
New build developments
Buildings with parapets
Structural steelwork
Areas requiring bespoke engineering
Our technical team will advise whether a freestanding or fixed solution is most appropriate for your building following a site survey.
Maintenance and Inspection of Roof Guardrail Systems
Although aluminium requires very little maintenance, regular inspection remains essential to ensure your roof guardrail system continues to provide effective protection throughout its service life.
Periodic inspections help identify:
Damaged rails
Loose fixings
Impact damage
Missing components
Corrosion (where applicable)
Changes following roof works
General wear
Routine inspection helps maintain compliance, supports duty of care and ensures the system continues to perform as originally designed.
Eurosafe provides nationwide inspection, maintenance and repair services for roof guardrail systems installed by both Eurosafe and other manufacturers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Roof guardrails remain exposed to rain, snow, wind, UV radiation and fluctuating temperatures throughout their service life. Durability is therefore a critical consideration when selecting a permanent roof safety system.
Manufactured from high-quality structural aluminium, SolidRail® offers excellent long-term performance without the corrosion issues commonly associated with untreated steel.
Benefits include:
Excellent corrosion resistance
Suitable for coastal environments
UV-resistant powder coating options
Long service life
Low maintenance
Excellent structural stability
Attractive architectural finish
Available in a range of powder-coated colours, SolidRail® can be specified to complement the appearance of your building while maintaining outstanding durability.
SolidRail® can be supplied in a range of durable powder-coated colours to suit your building's architectural requirements.
SolidRail® is completely freestanding, although wall-mounted end terminations can be achieved using the dedicated component.
The system comes with a full range of fittings for corners and deviations, and it can also be supplied with locking gates and a clip-on toeboard, allowing the guardrail to be customised to suit your roof space.
Yes. The freestanding version uses a counterbalance weight system that eliminates the need to penetrate the roof membrane.
Roof guardrails provide permanent collective protection without requiring users to wear PPE. Lifeline systems rely on workers wearing a harness and connecting to an anchor system before they are protected.
Inspection frequencies should be determined through your risk assessment and maintenance regime. Regular inspections should also be carried out following severe weather, impact damage or significant roof works.
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Important Reading about Roof Guardrail Systems
We have collected several relevant resources with useful information about roof guardrail systems, including their applications, benefits, and installation considerations.
- Do roof guardrails require inspection after installation?
- Freestanding guardrail/handrail/balustrade - what’s the difference?
- Should you worry about our perimeter protection after guardrail installation?
- Why you should choose a freestanding guardrail system
- Why a roof guardrail is one of the best pieces of height safety equipment
- Freestanding handrail/guardrail standards update
For more information about SolidRail® guardrail system please contact...
Daniel Capper
Pre-Construction Director, Contracting
