GS6 goalpost kit with steel bases and bunting for warning vehicles of overhead power line and cable hazards on site.
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- HSE GS6 compliant height restriction system
- Two 7.38m fibreglass telescopic poles insulated to 75kV
- Galvanised steel bases, 13kg each
- 25m red and white bunting for height restriction
- Anti-pinch clamping system for quick height adjustment
- Collapses to 1.8m for storage and transport
- Red and white poles for highway and construction site use
- Kit includes two metal plates, two poles, and bunting.
GS6 Goalpost Kit - Bunting - Steel Base
GS6 goalpost kit with steel bases and bunting for warning vehicles of overhead power line and cable hazards on site.
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- HSE GS6 compliant height restriction system
- Two 7.38m fibreglass telescopic poles insulated to 75kV
- Galvanised steel bases, 13kg each
- 25m red and white bunting for height restriction
- Anti-pinch clamping system for quick height adjustment
- Collapses to 1.8m for storage and transport
- Red and white poles for highway and construction site use
- Kit includes two metal plates, two poles, and bunting.
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GS6 goalpost kit built for site managers, groundworkers, and traffic management teams warning vehicles of overhead power lines, cables, and bridges on construction and highway sites. Two 7.38m telescopic fibreglass poles link with 25m of red and white bunting to create a clearly visible height restriction barrier, fully compliant with HSE GS6 guidance. Galvanised steel bases anchor each pole securely using sandbags or bolt-down fixings.
How GS6 compliant poles warn drivers before it's too late
Standard site barriers and signage often fail to catch a driver's attention early enough when a vehicle is approaching overhead cables or a low bridge at height. A missed warning at this stage can result in contact with live overhead lines, causing serious injury or a prolonged power outage across the surrounding area. This goalpost kit uses HSE GS6 compliant fibreglass poles and highly visible bunting to physically mark the safe height limit well before a vehicle reaches the hazard.
Key Features
- HSE GS6 compliant construction: Meets HSE guidance for avoiding danger from overhead power lines, giving site managers a recognised standard to reference in RAMS documentation
- Multi-layered fibreglass poles insulated to 75kV: Reduces the risk of conductivity should a pole make contact with a live line
- Anti-pinch clamping system: Extends each pole to the required height quickly and safely without trapping fingers during adjustment
- 25m red and white bunting: Provides a highly visible height restriction line strung between the two poles
- Galvanised steel bases: Anchor each pole securely using sandbags or bolt-down fixings through the four accessible holes
- Collapses to 1.8m: Reduces to a compact length for transport and storage between site moves
- Red and white pole sections: Five UV tolerant sections designed for highway and construction site visibility
Who is this for
Trades and roles:
- Site managers
- Traffic management teams
- Groundworkers
- Highway contractors
Industries:
- Construction
- Highways and roadworks
- Utilities
- Civil engineering
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product Name | GS6 Goalpost Kit - Bunting - Steel Base |
| SKU / Product Code | GS6SETM |
| Product Type | Height restriction goalpost kit |
| Pack Contents | 2 x telescopic pole, 2 x steel base, 1 x 25m bunting |
| Compliance Standard | HSE GS6 guidelines |
| Pole Material | Multi-layered fibreglass |
| Pole Insulation | Insulated to over 75kV |
| Pole Extended Length | 7.38m |
| Pole Collapsed Length | 1.8m |
| Tube Diameter | 50mm base section |
| Pole Weight | 3.5kg per pole |
| Clamping System | Anti-pinch glass reinforced clamping |
| Pole Colour | Red and white (highway and construction use) |
| Base Type | Galvanised steel |
| Base Weight | 13kg per base |
| Base Fixing Method | Sandbag anchoring or bolt-down (4 fixing holes) |
| Height Restriction Method | 25m red and white cable bunting |
| Warranty | 2 year manufacturer warranty |
Compatibility
| Application or condition | Status |
| Overhead power line and cable hazard warning | ✓ Compatible |
| Low bridge and height restriction warning on highway sites | ✓ Compatible |
| Construction site vehicle access control | ✓ Compatible |
| Firm, level ground suitable for sandbag or bolt-down anchoring | ✓ Compatible |
| Soft, loose, or sandy ground without supplementary anchoring | ✗ Not recommended |
| Rail industry lineside use | ✗ Not recommended, use the blue and white pole variant |
| High wind exposure without additional stabilisation | ✗ Not recommended, see the ballast block base kit |
Who is this for
This goalpost kit is specified by site managers and traffic management teams on construction and highway sites where vehicles need a clear, physical warning of overhead power lines, cables, or low bridges ahead of the hazard itself. It suits groundworkers and highways contractors setting up temporary site access points, compound entrances, and haul road crossings where over-height vehicle contact with overhead services is a foreseeable risk. The steel base and bunting configuration is best suited to firmer ground where sandbag or bolt-down anchoring is practical, rather than soft or unstable surfaces.
Typical applications
- Warning drivers of overhead power lines running across a site access road or haul route.
- Marking safe vehicle height limits at construction site entrances and compound gates.
- Providing a visible height restriction ahead of a low bridge or structure on a temporary diversion route.
- Protecting utilities and groundworks teams working beneath or near overhead cables from over-height vehicle strikes.
- Supporting RAMS documentation for sites identified as having overhead line risk under HSE GS6 guidance.
- Restricting vehicle access height at temporary compounds and site storage yards.
How to use
Step 1: Assess the site for overhead line height and confirm the required restriction height before erecting the goalpost.
Step 2: Position the galvanised steel bases either side of the vehicle route, ensuring solid, level ground beneath each base.
Step 3: Extend each telescopic pole to the required height using the anti-pinch clamping system, checking each section locks securely.
Step 4: Anchor each base using sandbags or bolt-down fixings through the four accessible holes before tensioning the bunting.
Step 5: String the 25m bunting between both poles, ensuring it sits at the confirmed restriction height and is clearly visible to approaching vehicles.
Step 6: Inspect the full kit periodically for pole damage, clamp security, and base anchoring, particularly after high winds or vehicle contact.
Common mistakes
- Positioning the bases on soft or uneven ground without additional anchoring, allowing the poles to shift under wind load.
- Extending the poles beyond the confirmed safe height, reducing the clearance margin below the actual overhead hazard.
- Leaving the bunting slack rather than tensioned, reducing its visibility to approaching drivers.
- Relying on sandbags alone in high-wind locations where bolt-down fixing would provide more secure anchoring.
- Failing to reinspect the kit after a vehicle strike or high winds before returning it to service.
Safety
This kit warns of overhead hazards; it does not physically prevent vehicle contact with overhead lines. Poles are insulated to over 75kV but must not be assumed to eliminate risk of contact with live conductors. Confirm the actual height of the overhead hazard before setting the restriction height, in line with HSE GS6 guidance for avoiding danger from overhead power lines. Steel bases rely on sandbag or bolt-down anchoring; for sites in high wind exposure or unstable ground, the ballast block base variant provides additional tested stability.
Maintenance
Check poles for cracking, UV degradation, or damage to the red and white sections before each use. Confirm the anti-pinch clamping system locks securely at each extension point. Inspect bunting for tears or fading and replace if visibility is reduced. Store poles collapsed to 1.8m in a dry location between uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I decide on the correct height restriction for this goalpost kit?
A: The pole extends to a maximum of 7.38 metres, and the bunting height should always be set below the confirmed height of the actual overhead hazard, with an appropriate safety margin. HSE GS6 guidance recommends surveying the overhead line height before erecting any warning system, rather than estimating on site. The anti-pinch clamping system allows the height to be adjusted and locked at the confirmed safe restriction point.
Q: What does HSE GS6 compliance actually mean for this kit?
A: GS6 is HSE guidance titled "Avoiding danger from overhead power lines," setting out recommended precautions for working near or crossing beneath overhead electrical cables. A GS6 compliant goalpost uses insulated, non-conductive poles and a clearly visible restriction line to warn vehicles before they reach the hazard, reducing the risk of contact with live overhead conductors. This kit's fibreglass poles are insulated to over 75kV specifically to meet that guidance. Compliance with GS6 supports a site's RAMS documentation where overhead line risk has been identified, though it does not remove the underlying hazard itself.
Q: What is this goalpost kit NOT suitable for?
A: This kit is not designed for rail industry lineside use, where the blue and white pole variant is the recognised standard. It is not intended as a physical barrier capable of stopping vehicle contact with overhead lines, only as a visible warning system. On soft ground or in high wind exposure, the steel base and bunting configuration is less secure than the ballast block base kits, which carry MIRA wind speed testing.
Q: Why choose bunting over a crossbar for height restriction?
A: Bunting provides a lightweight, quickly deployed height restriction line suited to temporary access points and shorter-duration site works. It's faster to erect and lower than a crossbar and requires less structural rigidity from the base. Where a more rigid, permanent-feeling restriction is needed, such as a regularly used site entrance, the telescopic crossbar kit provides a firmer physical reference point at height.
Q: Can this kit be used with a different base type?
A: The steel base is designed to work with this specific pole and clamping system, and swapping components between kits is not recommended without confirming compatibility. For sites needing greater stability, particularly in exposed or high-wind locations, the ballast block base version of this kit uses the same poles and bunting with a heavier, MIRA-tested base.
Q: How long do the poles and bunting typically last with regular site use?
A: The UV tolerant red and white pole sections are designed to withstand ongoing outdoor exposure, though sections should be checked for cracking or fading at each use. Bunting has a shorter working life than the poles, particularly with repeated tensioning and exposure to the elements, and should be replaced once visibility is reduced.
Q: How quickly can I get a GS6 goalpost kit delivered to a live site?
A: Order by 7pm for next-day delivery nationwide on stocked lines. For time-critical requirements, such as an unplanned overhead line risk identified mid-project, CMT Group's VIP 2-hour delivery service is available from any depot UK-wide, with What3Words integration allowing delivery to a specific compound gate or access point without a postcode.
Q: How do I know CMT Group supplies goalpost kits that genuinely meet GS6 requirements?
A: CMT Group holds ISO 9001:2015 and CHAS Elite accreditation, alongside Crown Commercial Service Supplier status, reflecting a compliance-led approach across the equipment it supplies to UK construction and highway sites. The technical specifications for each goalpost kit, including pole insulation rating and compliance standard, are confirmed and published in full on the product page and technical data sheet. We are rated Excellent on Reviews.io for service reliability.
