Netting the Future: The Evolution of Safety Netting Technology
When it comes to working at height, nothing is more important than reliable fall protection. Safety netting has been part of construction for decades, but it’s no longer the heavy, makeshift mesh it once was. Today, netting is an engineered, compliant, and innovative solution that construction and height safety specialists rely on to protect workers, equipment, and the public below.
At Kerrect, we’ve seen safety netting evolve from simple rope barriers to highly engineered systems and we’ve led the way in using these innovations to create safer, more efficient worksites across Sydney, Brisbane, and beyond.
From Basic Mesh to Engineered Fall Protection
Traditionally, safety nets were basic: thick rope and heavy mesh stretched across gaps. While they provided some protection, there was no guarantee of performance, and much depended on how well the nets were secured.
Today, things are very different. Safety netting is now:
- Load tested and certified to international standards like EN 1263-1/2
- Designed to absorb and distribute impact energy effectively
- Integrated with Australian standards (AS/NZS 1891) for fall-arrest systems
This evolution ensures safety nets are no longer just a backup they’re a central part of modern construction safety specialists’ toolkits.
Modern Innovations in Safety Netting
Recent innovations are changing the way projects manage risks at height:
- Stronger, lighter materials – New fibres absorb energy effectively while being easier to install and handle.
- Flexible configurations – Nets now adapt to curved façades, confined industrial sites, and complex structures.
- Smart monitoring – In some cases, load sensors track tension and stress in real time, giving supervisors data to confirm nets are performing correctly.
- Integration with rope access – Nets work hand-in-hand with rope access systems, providing protection against falls and dropped objects.
These advances allow projects to continue safely, even over busy warehouses, logistics depots, or CBD pedestrian areas, without costly downtime.
How Kerrect Uses Innovation to Keep Sites Safe
As trusted height safety specialists in Sydney and Brisbane, Kerrect leverages cutting-edge netting solutions to deliver safer, smarter outcomes.
Our approach includes:
- Tailored designs – Every system is customised to site-specific risks and requirements.
- Efficient installation and removal – Minimising downtime for clients while maximising protection.
- Real-time reporting – Using digital tools to log, monitor, and resolve defects or hazards immediately.
- Integration with wider safety systems – Nets, anchors, static lines, rope access, and façade maintenance work seamlessly together.
This precision ensures safety for workers on site and the public below, while delivering cost-effective, compliant outcomes.
Why Safety Netting Matters for Every Project
Whether it’s re-roofing a logistics hub, conducting a full façade inspection, or working on industrial infrastructure, construction safety specialists know that safety nets are essential when prevention methods aren’t enough. They reduce risk, protect reputations, and allow projects to run smoothly under challenging conditions.
At Kerrect, we’ve deployed safety netting solutions across New South Wales and Queensland, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and giving clients confidence that their projects can proceed without compromise.
The Future of Safety Netting
Safety netting has moved far beyond its origins it’s now a critical component of advanced fall protection systems. With stronger materials, smarter monitoring, and tailored installations, the future of netting is about more than catching falls it’s about enabling work at height to continue safely, efficiently, and with total confidence.
Kerrect is proud to be at the forefront of this evolution, delivering netting systems that don’t just meet compliance, but set the standard for safety in Australia.
Kerrect: Netting the future of safer worksites.
