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Powerclad Debris Netting

Powerclad Debris Netting is a polyethylene knitted netting that improves site safety by reducing the risk of debris and small tools from falling outside of the scaffold.

  • Knitted debris netting for temporary containment
  • Suitable for both tube & fitting and modular scaffold systems
  • Available in a wide range of colours and sizes
  • Air permeable
  • Flame retardant grades which are TS 62 certified for external use in any colour
  • Compliant to BS 476 Part 12C
  • Unique markings with flame retardancy certificate number stitched on each roll
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The Benefits of Debris Netting on Scaffolding

Debris netting installed on scaffolding is an extremely useful measure for increasing safety on construction sites. It helps to safeguard workers and pedestrians and offers a range of other benefits related to the operation of construction sites and the impact on the surrounding area.

Increased safety and security

As a protective barrier, debris netting prevents loose materials from falling off scaffolding – not only construction debris, but also dust and small tools. This is a vital health and safety precaution which significantly reduces the risk of injury to workers on-site and pedestrians below.

Debris netting can also limit visibility from the outside, providing more privacy and helping to deter theft and vandalism.

Air permeability

Unlike solid scaffold coverings, the textile knit of debris netting allows for the free circulation of air. Its breathability mitigates the impact of wind on the scaffolding, making the structure more stable in high winds.

Air permeable netting also improves ventilation, preventing the build-up of heat, which is especially valuable on sites in warm climates.

Site tidiness and minimal environmental impact

Containing debris within the scaffolding structure helps keep the rest of the construction site cleaner and makes it easier to organise. This makes site work more efficient and provides a more controlled working environment.

By preventing dust and debris from dispersing into surrounding areas, it also minimises the environmental impact.

Cost-effectiveness

Debris netting has relatively low upfront cost. Investment in debris netting can prevent costly accidents, damages, and delays, ultimately saving time and money over the timeline of a project.

Explaining product marking and certification for debris netting

Much like scaffold sheeting, debris netting is often subject to misunderstanding surrounding testing, marking and certification relating to fire safety. Many debris netting products are marked with between one and three red stripes to indicate that they are fire retardant once the packaging has been removed. This can be misleading as these bands do not confirm whether the product has been subject to a one-off test or rigorous independent testing by an authorised independent body.

Debris netting must be fully certified as fire retardant for use in the construction and refurbishment of high-rise buildings. Debris netting also needs full certification for developments which are valued over £2.5m or part of a larger project valued over £20 million. Failure to use debris netting that meets this standard potentially causes the ceasing or withdrawal of insurance in relation to the Joint Code of Practice on the Protection from Fire of Construction Sites and Buildings Undergoing Renovation (JCC).

Many manufactures supply their products with red bands and claim compliance without explaining that their loose definition of compliance is based on a one-off test. This is not the same as full certification, which needs to be carried out through an approved testing regime by one of two organisations in the UK: Exova Warringtonfire  and BRE Global/Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB).  Products that  are subject to one-off tests are not suitable for the construction and refurbishment of high-rise buildings or the requirements of the JCC: Exova Warringtonfire  or LPCB certification is the only guarantee of compliance.

ITP are advocating more clarity in product marking and certification. We have introduced a new product,  Powerclad FR Debris Netting, which is the only debris netting certified for any colour with unique identification to confirm TS 62 certification. The product includes a red band, but more importantly also includes a marking at the end of each roll showing the certificate number which stays on the material. We believe that the type of identification supplied with this product should be essential for any fully certified debris netting, enabling HSE inspectors, contractors, developers and scaffold specialists to choose products with complete confidence and peace of mind. The identification included on our Powerclad FR Debris Netting simplifies the HSE process which is critical in the planning of construction projects.

The standard colours for our Powerclad FR Debris Netting include white, blue, green, red and black with other colours available on request. Further information about this product is available from our Scaffold Team on 01347 825 200 or info@itpltd.com.

You can find out more about compliance, testing and certification here:

https://itpltd.com/scaffold-sheeting-and-fire-retardancy-why-compliance-isnt-always-what-it-seems/

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