Why Machine Guarding Is a Legal Requirement
Machine guarding is required under PUWER 1998 and the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Every employer has a legal duty to prevent access to dangerous parts of machinery by guarding them effectively. Failure to provide adequate machine guarding is one of the most commonly cited causes of serious workplace injuries and HSE enforcement action. Steel mesh machine guarding panels provide a robust, visible and easily inspectable physical barrier between operating machinery and operative areas.
EN ISO 14122-2 Compliance
Rackstor UK Ltd machine guarding panels are designed and installed to EN ISO 14122-2 — the standard covering permanent means of access to machinery including guard rails, fencing and barriers. Every installation is accompanied by documentation confirming compliance with the relevant standard.
Modular and Relocatable
Unlike welded or cast-in-place guarding, Rackstor UK Ltd mesh guarding panels are modular — they can be reconfigured, extended or relocated as machinery layouts change. Panels are available in standard sizes for fast delivery and bespoke sizes for non-standard applications. Access doors are available in single and double leaf configurations with interlocked door options that automatically isolate machinery when opened.
Free Survey and Quotation
Rackstor UK Ltd provides free machine guarding surveys and fixed-price quotations across the UK. Call 0800 654 6955 or use the enquiry form.