Light Towers are one of the most important elements of health and safety measures for working in the dark on construction sites. Workers need reliable visibility to move vehicles, handle equipment and follow procedures to ensure safe actions are performed in an efficient manner. in this blog. We discuss the key aspects of installing a Light Tower on your construction site.
Choose the right Light Tower
The most common types of Light Towers employed on construction sites are usually heavy-duty trailers and portable small cart-style bases. Heavy-duty trailers are powered by large engines, giving them their lightweight strength and greater coverage, but their weight and size make them better suited to withstand harsh environments that don't require frequent hauling. However, towers with smaller, cart-like bases are powered by lighter-weight solar cells, meaning they are much better for smaller construction sites with changing layouts.
How much lighting is needed?
If light does not cover the entire job site, the progress of the project will be slowed down by shipping delays, inability to perform tasks efficiently, and accidents that require attention. Therefore, contractors should always calculate the number of candles needed on a construction site, taking into account rapid changes in weather conditions that affect visibility. Rain in the late afternoon could also lead to the need for an earlier-than-usual Light Tower to ensure adequate lighting on site.
Locate the beacon
The safety of workers on site is of paramount importance to project managers. Placing the Light Tower 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 Light Tower. If the tower is placed on unstable ground, worker safety will be compromised by the risk of falls. Overhead obstructions can cause as many problems as unstable ground, power lines and trees can also reduce the effectiveness of Light Towers and cause safety issues.
Perform regular maintenance
Light Towers with diesel- or gasoline-powered internal combustion engines will require regular inspections of the air and fuel filters. Another important part of maintaining a Light Tower involves bulbs. Metal halide lamps require more frequent replacement than LED lamps because they burn at higher temperatures. By choosing a light tower with LED lights, you will save time on regular maintenance of the light tower.
Light Towers are an essential part of any construction site. They ensure that workers can complete their projects with maximum visibility so they can do their jobs safely.
