Client: Visy
Project Details
Visy, an outstanding success story and an Australian family-owned business, has over 7,000 employees across 150 global locations, with plans to invest $2 billion over the next decade. Our partnership with Visy’s New Zealand operations began in 2020, with a mission to deliver comprehensive safety solutions to mitigate traffic management risks at their sites.
Visy, a major player in the packaging industry, required safety enhancements at one of their busier sites.
Challenges
The site has high foot traffic and extensive material handling operations in a confined space. The key safety challenges identified at the site were:
- Pedestrian Safety: There was a need to provide safe pedestrian walkways amidst the busy site filled with both pedestrians and material handling equipment operating in tight spaces.
- High Stacking Safety: Ensuring safety in areas where products were stacked above 2 meters high was crucial to prevent accidents and injuries.
Our challenge was to ensure the safety of all staff while maintaining operational efficiency.
Solution
To tackle these safety issues, Vanguard implemented the following solutions:
- Walkway Barriers: Installed 610mm height barriers with 910mm handrails to ensure pedestrian safety in high-traffic areas. Additionally, 910mm high single and double rail barriers were used to further segregate pedestrian walkways from equipment pathways.
- Tru-Gard Tunnel Barrier: This barrier was specifically designed to address safety concerns related to high product stacking, providing robust protection and preventing potential accidents.
Outcome
Our team of safety specialists managed every aspect of the process, including:
- Tailored safety solutions to help manage traffic management risks.
- Comprehensive site assessments.
- Efficient product installation and ongoing aftercare.
Vanguard successfully completed the project within the confined spaces of the site, carefully coordinating the installation during daily operations. This meticulous planning and execution ensured that productivity was not halted at any point, demonstrating Vanguard’s commitment to maintaining both safety and operational efficiency.
The installation of Vanguard’s safety barriers has significantly improved the safety conditions at Visy’s site. Pedestrians now have clearly demarcated walkways, reducing the risk of accidents with material handling equipment. The high stacking areas are also safer, ensuring that both products and personnel are protected from potential hazards.
The high-trust partnership has enabled us to work efficiently and effectively, ensuring mutual understanding and shared goals. Our aim is to ensure the safety of all staff, allowing them to return home safely every day without compromising operational efficiency.
“I have collaborated with Vanguard and they consistently go above and beyond, attending directly to sites and providing cost-effective solutions. The service from the entire team, especially Brendan McLean, has been exceptional. Installation is always a seamless process, even when modifications are required during the process. Vanguard promptly responds and facilitates our needs efficiently.”
– National Health and Safety Manager
