How to Use Light Towers Effectively on Construction Sites
Lighthouses are one of the most important elements of health and safety measures for work in the dark on construction sites. Workers need reliable visibility to move vehicles, handle equipment and follow procedures to ensure safe operations are performed in an efficient manner. We'll share how to use lighthouses on your construction site.
Choose the right lighthouse
Typically heavy-duty trailers and portable small cart-style bases, they are the most common type of light tower on construction sites. Heavy-duty trailers are powered by larger engines, giving lighter trailers more strength and reach, but their weight and size make them better suited to withstand harsh environments that don't require frequent hauling. (Lighthouse RPLT-7200, for example, has a 270-litre fuel tank and up to 337 hours of runtime) However, lighthouses with smaller cart-style bases are powered by lighter-weight hybrid batteries, which means they can travel farther Better suited for smaller construction sites with changing layouts.
how much lighting is needed
If the light doesn't cover the entire job site, project progress will be slowed down by delays in shipping, inability to perform tasks efficiently, and accidents that require attention. Therefore, we should always calculate the amount of foot candles required for a construction site, taking into account that rapid changes in weather conditions can affect visibility.
locate lighthouse
The safety of workers on site is paramount. Placing light towers in the correct location on the site ensures that all areas are lit while keeping everyone safe. A flat and stable surface is essential to determine the correct position of the lighthouse. If the tower is placed on unstable ground, worker safety will be compromised due to the risk of falling. Overhead obstructions can cause as many problems as unstable ground, and power lines and trees can also reduce the efficiency of a lighthouse and cause safety concerns.
perform scheduled maintenance
Light towers with diesel internal combustion engines require regular inspection of the air and fuel filters. Another important part of maintaining a lighthouse involves the bulbs. Metal halide lights need to be replaced more frequently than LED lights because they burn at a higher temperature. By choosing a light tower with LED lights, you will save time on regular light tower maintenance.
Lighthouses are an important part of any construction site. They ensure that workers can complete their projects with the utmost visibility so that work can be done safely. Robust Power's light towers will illuminate your work area to increase your efficiency and overall productivity and keep construction activities safe during dark hours.
