CONTENTS

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Why use Buildsafe?
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Hang On Platform
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Internal Fallguard

03
The Orange Box
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Rafter Fallguard
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Mobile Scaffold

05
Temporary Fence
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Ground Up Fallguard
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Pool Platform

07
Perimeter Fallguard
19
Aluminium Scaffolding
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Unique Solutions

09
Void Platform
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Lower Roof Walkway
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A word from the Directors

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Void Platform Stair System
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Balcony Fallguard
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Locations
 WHY USE BUILDSAFE?
What’s in the box?

1. Third Party Engineer Certified

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All products engineered to conform to Australian

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Standards and Third Party certified.

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2. Complete set of Installation Manuals 1
Comprehensive installation manuals’ identifying
how each product is installed safely, and address
engineer specifications to certify structurally sound. 4
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3. Competent Installers
TAILORED SOLUTIONS An experienced installation team at your service, all
employees must undertake product specific training 3
and assessment to be deemed a competent installer.
At Buildsafe, we value health and safety above Buildsafe offers a complete range of unique
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the risks associated with construction through extensive in-house and nationally recognised
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innovative product design, engineering and training so you can expect high attention to Co
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Buildsafe offers a holistic safety solution where Understanding the ever increasing legislative engineering standards.
safety compliance covered.
you can be sure of a compliant build from the demands placed on the industry, Buildsafe is
5. Electronic Handover Certification BUILDSAFE
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outset. An experienced Account Manager will committed to providing easily implemented 7
Once the job has been certified as fit for use by one of
work with you directly to tailor a complete client safety compliance solutions known as our senior installers, a detailed product specific audit Elec
solution to your needs. From fully designed
and engineered products right through to
‘The Orange Box’. A complete set of document
credentials so you can demonstrate a safe
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SAFETY FIRST.
6. Client Audit Checklist atio er
our responsive operations team who are worksite and that you have chosen a n
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installation checklist is available for you to audit pre‐ nt A rol
existing installations for maintained structural integrity.
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7. Quality Control
Complete quality control system in place, inspection
processes and maintenance procedures in force to
certify products are fit for use.
TEMPORARY FENCE TEMPORARY
FENCE Buildsafe’s innovative retaining

1.
wall clamp sits on top of the
The first step to creating a safe and secure site, retaining wall, maximising
space for tight areas.
Buildsafe’s Temporary Fencing. Our fencing erects
in minutes, is sturdy and durable.

Benefits include:

- Preventing unauthorised access.

- Minimising theft and vandalism.

Our retaining wall clamps offer

2.
- Keeping materials and debris on site. a versatile attachment point which

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can be applied to many types of
- Meeting your obligations under OH&S legislation retaining walls.
to ensure public safety.
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3. Safe and secure site.

4.
Buildsafe supplied custom gate
locks provide peace of mind
and greater security.
PERIMETER FALLGUARD PERIMETER
FALLGUARD
Buildsafe’s Perimeter Fallguard is installed
pre‐floorjoist, preventing falls and enabling
1. Allows for safe installation
of the flooring.

tradesmen to work unobstructed whilst installing

sheet flooring and upper level walls.

Benefits include:

- Meet OHS obligations concerning falls from heights.

- Superior flexibility and height safety throughout the

construction process.
2. Does not impede on site access
or access inside the dwelling. P
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Allows for the safe installation

of any upper level walls, it

3.
also provides room between
the frame and rail for sheet
bracing to be installed.

4. Brackets can be attached to

both timber and metal frames.
VOID PLATFORM VOID
PLATFORM
1.
Acts as a catch platform for
Buildsafe’s Void Platform® system turns an upper work being performed on or
above the void opening.
level void into a working platform and catch
platform. This enables tradesmen to work
on, around or above the platform safely.

Some features include:

- Custom fit to any size void opening.

No cut out required to
- Complete engineered system which can be installed

2.
the plasterboard at the

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to timber, steel and masonry structural walls. attachment point, so no
patch‐up work required!.
- Can be installed pre‐floor installation.
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- Compliant with Australian Standard AS/NZS 15761. Revolutionary roller system
installed in conjunction with
the material access hatch,
making it easy to pass up
bulky building material.

The contoured roller has been

designed to prevent damage

3.
whilst passing material such
as plaster sheets to the
second floor.

Our patented Ladder Bracket

secures the ladder to the Void

4.
Platform® preventing it from
slipping, whilst maintaining
the required 4:1 pitch.
VOID PLATFORM STAIR SYSTEM VOID PLATFORM
STAIR SYSTEM Enables safe access for
tradesman with their tools

1.
and supplies, while eliminating
Buildsafe have designed and engineered a universal strain of climbing up and down
a ladder.
stairway interconnected with a Void Platform cover
for unrestricted access to the first floor.
This is the first of its kind.

Benefits include:
Stair system can be installed
direct to floor when a platform
- Installed at the earliest point of the construction
isn’t required.
process, providing a safe working environment for

2.
all tradesmen requiring access to the first floor. All Systems are freestanding

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sitting away from walls, allowing
- Improved efficiencies with passing bulky equipment plaster to be completed.
through to the first floor with ease, whilst addressing
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- Can accommodate all stair configurations.

System can easily be closed

allowing trades to work on

3.
or above the void whilst
temporary stairs remain
in place.

4. Both access deck and material

deck open.
HANG ON PLATFORM HANG ON
PLATFORM
Buildsafe’s Hang On Platform offers unobstructed
site access for tradesmen to complete fascia, gutter
1. Additional stepped platform
available to access roof surface.

and roofing immediately after installation.

Benefits include:

- Faster build times by allowing trades earlier access

to site.
Can be hung internally
- Can be installed pre-truss enabling trusses to be

2.
enabling lower roofs to be
stood safety.
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installed at the same time
from the platform.
- Clear and clutter free building site.
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Pre-truss installation is available

3.
enabling trusses to be walked
out and fixed from the hang on
platform for safe installation.

4. Tiered access points installed

for safe access to the platform.
RAFTER FALLGUARD RAFTER
FALLGUARD
Buildsafe’s Rafter Fallguard system can be installed
to a vast array of housing designs with a wide
1. Engineered access gate.

variety of brackets available to suit different

construction methods.

Features include:

- The multitude of brackets and attachments available

are all fully engineered for its intended purpose. Low profile under-tile

2.
connector allows brickwork

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- Bright orange and yellow rail displays edge protection and eaves to be completed
clearly in place. without obstruction.

- Low profile design allows us to safety secure under 15

tile roofing.

Non obtrusive toe board system

available when required.

Can be attached to the rafter

tail and returns around under

3.
the fascia and gutter for the
installation of both tile and
metal roof surfaces.

4.
On sheet brackets are attached
utilising existing screw holes on
metal sheet roofing.
GROUND UP FALLGUARD GROUND UP
FALLGUARD
1.
No patching up or repair
Buildsafe’s Ground-Up Fallguard system attaches work necessary once the job
is complete.
to the outside of the wall, allowing tradesmen to
complete work from behind the system safety.

Features include:

- Tradesmen can finish construction work including

roof, box guttering, flashing and capping without
the need to alter the system.

- No fixing point required, this enables the system

to be used on almost any external finish including
polystyrene cladding.
2. No fixing required to
face brick. P
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3. Perfect solution for zero eave

guard rail requirements.

The unique design allows the

4.
installation of handrail where
other suppliers would otherwise
offer intrusive scaffolding.
ALUMINIUM SCAFFOLDING ALUMINIUM
SCAFFOLDING Can be used in conjunction with

1.
Buildsafe’s Hang On Platform
Buildsafe’s aluminium scaffolding is extremely system, creating a continuous
walkway around the dwelling.
versatile and much faster to install than the
traditional steel scaffolding. Made from high
quality lightweight material, yet strong and durable.

Benefits include:

- Makes erecting balconies quick and easy.

Ideal for the safe lifting and
- Cost effective solution.

2.
securing of LVL beams and roof

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trusses to all types of balconies
- Use for cladding, blue board, roofing, guttering, and portico’s.
painting, rendering and edge protection.
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Can be utilised for the safe

installation of roof trusses,
fascia and gutter, along with

3.
providing compliant roof
edge protection to all skillion
style roofs.

4. Quick and simple results.

LOWER ROOF WALKWAY LOWER ROOF
WALKWAY Secured to lower roofs,

1.
providing a safe level platform
Buildsafe’s Lower Roof Walkway system is the most to work from, whilst providing
protection to roof cladding.
versatile on roof walkway system on the market,
reducing build time whilst preventing damage to
roof sheets.

Features include:

- Can be adjusted to any height and pitch to suit

any roof.

2.
Can be fitted to both tin or

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tiled roofs, or to trussed or
battened roofs.

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Designed to replace scaffold

where a builder would
conventionally run scaffold
through the roof below,

3.
preventing work to be
fully completed whilst
product installed.

4.
Specially designed system
allows tradesmen to continue
work with no disruption.
BALCONY FALLGUARD BALCONY
FALLGUARD
1.
Allows tradesmen to complete
Buildsafe’s Balcony Fallguard is specifically designed waterproofing, tiles and
balustrades prior to removal.
to create a safe, unobstructed work area for all
tradesmen. Our specially designed Clamp-On System
enables edge protection to be applied at the finishing
stages of construction and installed without drilling or
screwing, so there is no patching required.

Benefits include:
System can remain installed

2.
- A range of brackets are available to suit a variety until after the finished

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balustrade has been fitted
of balconies and facades. to the balcony.
- System engineered at 1500mm height to enable
tradesmen to work on trestles compliantly.
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3. No patch up work required.

4. Buildsafe’s unique ‘Clamp

on System’.
INTERNAL FALLGUARD / SLIDING DOOR INTERNAL FALLGUARD
SLIDING DOOR
Buildsafe’s Internal Fallguard and Sliding Door offer
trade friendly solutions to suit any shape sliding
1. Restricted access to
incomplete balcony.

door opening, window opening or stairwell.

Features include:

- Internal Fallguard Incorporates a gate for ladder access.

- No bolts, nails or screws required.

- Compliant with Australian Standard AS165791.

2. Unobstructed edge protection
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3. Simple cost effective solution.

4. Versatile solution for

all requirements.
MOBILE SCAFFOLD MOBILE
SCAFFOLD
Buildsafe offers a comprehensive range of mobile
scaffolding solutions that are stable and compact.
1. Safe solution for roof access.

Benefits include:

- Easy to operate and maneuver.

- Access safety via ladder.

- Scaffold setup and dismantle service available.

2. 200mm locking castors for

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3. Variety of sizes available for

all purposes.

4.
Suitable for maintenance and
restoration, installations and
construction applications.
POOL PLATFORM POOL
PLATFORM
Buildsafe Pool Platforms not only eliminate hazardous
fallzones, they also create extra workspace on site.
1. Engineered as a work platform.

Rails are used to lock in the decks, enabling trades

to work on the platform safely.

Benefits include:

- Simple and unobstructive way to protect persons

on site.

2.
Buildsafe’s temporary pool

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- Custom fit to suit any site opening. fence is ideal for preventing
entry into potential fall zones.
- Compliant with Australian Safety Standards.
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System is rated as a catch platform

3.
for work carried out during roof
construction, offering a fall
prevention system.

4.
Creates extra space and a safe,
stable working platform for
the installation.
UNIQUE SOLUTIONS UNIQUE
SOLUTIONS
Buildsafe’s highly experienced and professional
team offers a specialist service to meet the needs
1. Riparian Plaza,
Brisbane CBD.

of every project.

A tailored project plan will be established and

completed within the determined timeframe.
For all your edge protection needs, you need
look no further.

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3. Stock Exchange Hotel,

Brisbane CBD.

4. Qantas Hanger,
Brisbane Airport.
 BUILDSAFE LOCATIONS

A WORD FROM THE DIRECTORS VICTORIA QUEENSLAND NEW SOUTH WALES

Keysborough - Head Office Arundel - Head Office Sydney - Head Office
Since the inception of Buildsafe in 2001, our primary We believe that the Buildsafe name immediately
focus has remained on being the most respected and communicates our commitment to providing a safe Thomastown Gold Coast Newcastle

P sought after height safety provider across many of

Australia’s major capital cities. As a company, we place
working environment for our clients. Leading the
way in edge protection, we set the standard for
Geelong West Brisbane Northern Rivers P
32 strong emphasis on developing and maintaining solid our competitors to follow. Gippsland North Brisbane 33
and reliable relationships with our partners and clients.
With a dedicated and highly experienced team of over Bendigo Sunshine Coast
Today, Buildsafe stands as an innovative leader in the 200 employees, you can be sure you are in safe hands
Gladstone
height safety industry. Our company motto, ‘Safety with Buildsafe.
Through Innovation’, is directly linked to providing efficient Toowoomba
and effective height safety solutions by offering a simple,
holistic service that compliments the construction process.
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