Falls from height continue to be one of the most common and most serious hazards in residential construction. According to OSHA data, many fall-related injuries occur from heights under 10 feet, with ladders and unprotected roof edges being key contributors.
As of July 1, 2025, Cal/OSHA requires fall protection starting at 6 feet, including on sloped residential roofs. This update removes previous slope-based exemptions and brings California into alignment with federal OSHA standards. Contractors, roofers, and builders must now provide compliant protection on nearly all residential roofing projects.
EasyRail: A Smarter Approach to Roof Edge Protection
SafeSmart Access’s EasyRail system offers a fast, cost-effective alternative to full scaffolding. It is designed to make roof edge protection simple to deploy, easy to reposition, and fully compliant with Cal/OSHA’s updated requirements.
EasyRail Roof Edge Protection System
For residential roofing, framing, and renovation work, EasyRail provides a practical solution that minimizes labor and avoids building damage.
Key Benefits
No Building Penetration Required
EasyRail uprights are secured using a cantilever bracket that grips under the eaves to a solid rafter or fascia. No drilling or permanent fixings are needed, which helps preserve the integrity of siding and trim.
Fast and Modular
Top, mid, and bottom rails are added between posts using aluminum tubing and couplers. Integrated spacers every 500mm help installers quickly achieve compliant spacing.
Adaptable for New Construction and Retrofits
Whether the project involves new framing, a reroof, or existing structures, the EasyRail system installs cleanly and adapts to most residential roof types. For two-story buildings, posts can be extended with internal spigots.
Built for Integration
The system is compatible with other SafeSmart products, including EasyDeck cantilever brackets, which allow platform access below the soffit while using the same uprights.
Proven in the Field
Used by contractors and scaffolders for over a decade, EasyRail is a trusted and reusable system that helps crews stay productive and compliant.
Fall Protection Compliance Without the Complexity of Full Scaffolding
With the 6-foot fall protection rule now in effect, contractors need practical options that reduce exposure, streamline setup, and meet inspection standards. EasyRail fills that gap by providing an engineered, tested, and professional edge protection system without the time and cost of full perimeter scaffolding.
For contractors looking to stay ahead of regulation and keep teams safe, EasyRail delivers an ideal balance of compliance, speed, and simplicity.
