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Kee Guard System Enhances Safety and Compliance at Los Alamos Water Reclamation Facility


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Over a series of meetings and design reviews, Kee Safety’s engineering team developed a value-engineered solution tailored to the facility’s unique layout.

Case Study Summary

  • The project was initiated when Kee Safety was selected to provide a non-penetrative, OSHA-compliant guardrail system.
  • With a preference for preserving the structural integrity of the treatment tanks, the team proposed the Kee Guard Contractor System—a self-ballasted, freestanding solution using aluminum components to meet American Iron and Steel (AIS) compliance requirements.
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Kee Guard system delivered a custom-engineered, OSHA-compliant fall protection solution that enhanced safety, preserved tank integrity, and minimized operational disruption.

Benefits to the Customer

    1. Enhanced Safety Compliance
      The Kee Guard Contractor system provides OSHA-compliant fall protection, ensuring safer working conditions for maintenance crews around the digesters.
    2. Non-Penetrating Design
      The self-ballasted guardrail system protects the roof structure by avoiding penetrations, preserving the integrity of the water treatment tanks.
    3. Durable, Corrosion-Resistant Materials
      Aluminum components were used to meet AIS requirements and offer long-term durability in harsh treatment plant environments.
    4. Custom-Engineered Solution
      The guardrail system was value-engineered to match the specific layout and operational needs of the facility, optimizing functionality and cost-efficiency.
    5. Minimal Operational Disruption
      The installation was planned and executed with careful scheduling to avoid interfering with ongoing plant operations.
    6. Turnkey Service
      From design and engineering to material sourcing and installation coordination, the customer received a streamlined, all-in-one solution.
    7. Regulatory Peace of Mind
      By resolving AIS compliance concerns early and aligning with safety standards, the project reduced regulatory risks for the customer.

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