GS6 goalpost kit with steel bases and a telescopic crossbar for warning vehicles of overhead power line and cable hazards on site.
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HSE GS6 compliant height restriction system
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Two 7.38m fibreglass telescopic poles insulated to 75kV
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Galvanised steel bases, 13kg each
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7m telescopic crossbar for rigid height restriction
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Opens to a gateway width of up to 7.6m
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Anti-pinch clamping system for quick height adjustment
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Red and white poles for highway and construction site use
GS6 Goalpost Kit - Telescopic Crossbar - Steel Base
GS6 goalpost kit with steel bases and a telescopic crossbar for warning vehicles of overhead power line and cable hazards on site.
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HSE GS6 compliant height restriction system
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Two 7.38m fibreglass telescopic poles insulated to 75kV
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Galvanised steel bases, 13kg each
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7m telescopic crossbar for rigid height restriction
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Opens to a gateway width of up to 7.6m
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Anti-pinch clamping system for quick height adjustment
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Red and white poles for highway and construction site use
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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 connect via a simple elbow fitting to a 7m telescopic crossbar, forming a rigid height restriction gateway up to 7.6m wide, fully compliant with HSE GS6 guidance. Galvanised steel bases anchor each pole securely using sandbags or bolt-down fixings.
How a rigid crossbar gives drivers a firmer height reference than bunting
A bunting line can sag, twist in the wind, or become difficult to read clearly against a busy site background, leaving drivers guessing exactly where the safe height limit sits. That uncertainty is where over-height vehicles clip or ignore a restriction line, particularly at regularly used access points where the crossing is passed several times a day. This goalpost kit replaces bunting with a fibreglass telescopic crossbar, giving drivers a fixed, unambiguous height reference that holds its position in varying weather conditions.
Key Features
- 7m telescopic crossbar: Provides a rigid, fixed height reference rather than a bunting line that can sag or twist in wind
- 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
- Gateway width up to 7.6m: Accommodates wider vehicle access points without narrowing the usable route
- Flexible elbow connection system: Copes with natural motion between the poles and crossbar in varying weather conditions without loosening
- Multi-layered fibreglass construction insulated to 75kV: Reduces the risk of conductivity should the kit make contact with a live line
- Anti-pinch clamping system: Extends each pole and the crossbar to the required height quickly and safely without trapping fingers
- Galvanised steel bases: Anchor each pole securely using sandbags or bolt-down fixings through the four accessible holes
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 - Telescopic Crossbar - Steel Base |
| SKU / Product Code | GPKIT2 |
| Product Type | Height restriction goalpost kit |
| Pack Contents | 2 x telescopic pole, 2 x steel base, 1 x 7m telescopic crossbar |
| 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) |
| Height Restriction Method | 7m telescopic fibreglass crossbar |
| Crossbar Connection | Elbow fitting to poles |
| Maximum Gateway Width | Up to 7.6m |
| Base Type | Galvanised steel |
| Base Weight | 13kg per base |
| Base Fixing Method | Sandbag anchoring or bolt-down (4 fixing holes) |
| 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 |
| Regularly used vehicle access points needing a fixed height reference | ✓ 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 who need a firm, fixed height reference at vehicle access points rather than a bunting line. It suits highways contractors and groundworkers managing regularly used compound entrances, haul roads, or diversion routes where a crossbar's rigidity gives drivers a clearer, more consistent warning than a line that can sag or move in the wind. The steel base and crossbar configuration is best suited to firmer ground where sandbag or bolt-down anchoring is practical.
Typical applications
- Warning drivers of overhead power lines at a regularly used site access road or haul route.
- Marking a fixed vehicle height limit at construction site entrances and compound gates.
- Providing a rigid height reference ahead of a low bridge or structure on a permanent-feeling 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 busy temporary compounds where a bunting line would need frequent resetting.
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 and allowing for the required gateway width.
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.
Step 5: Connect the telescopic crossbar to both poles using the elbow fitting, extending it to the confirmed height and locking it in place.
Step 6: Inspect the full kit periodically for pole and crossbar 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 or crossbar tension.
- Extending the crossbar beyond the confirmed safe height, reducing the clearance margin below the actual overhead hazard.
- Failing to seat the elbow fitting securely, allowing the crossbar to work loose under vehicle vibration or wind.
- Relying on sandbags alone in high-wind or high-traffic 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 and crossbar 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 and the crossbar for cracking, UV degradation, or damage to the red and white sections before each use. Confirm the anti-pinch clamping system and elbow fitting lock securely at each extension point. Store the kit collapsed 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 and crossbar extend to a maximum working height based on the 7.38m pole length, and the crossbar 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 reference to warn vehicles before they reach the hazard, reducing the risk of contact with live overhead conductors. This kit's fibreglass poles and crossbar 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 configuration is less secure than the ballast block base kits, which carry MIRA wind speed testing.
Q: Why choose a crossbar over bunting for height restriction?
A: A telescopic crossbar gives a fixed, rigid height reference that holds its position regardless of wind or repeated site traffic, unlike a bunting line which can sag or twist over time. It suits access points used frequently throughout a project rather than short-duration works. Where faster setup and takedown matter more than rigidity, the bunting version of this kit remains the quicker option to erect and store.
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 crossbar with a heavier, MIRA-tested base.
Q: How wide a gateway can this crossbar cover?
A: The telescopic crossbar extends to accommodate a gateway width of up to 7.6m, connecting to both poles via a simple elbow fitting. This makes it suitable for wider vehicle access points than a fixed-length restriction system would allow.
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.
