Protective Shield — EWP Proximity Detection & Control
Stop overhead incidents before they happen.
Working at height on an elevated work platform (EWP) is a controlled risk — but overhead obstructions in warehouses, factories, and construction environments can turn a routine lift into a serious incident in seconds. Protective Shield is engineered to detect those hazards before contact occurs, giving operators the warning they need and the interlock control that prevents a near-miss from becoming something worse.
Developed by Protective and available through HSE Pacific, Shield uses military-grade sensor technology to identify overhead objects and trigger a graduated response — warning the operator first, then stopping machine motion if the hazard continues to close. It’s intelligent secondary guarding built for the real demands of industrial workplaces.
KEY BENEFITS
For Operators
Early warning before reaching a hazard — not after
Clear graduated alerts so operators know what’s happening
Override capability for tight or confined working spaces
Confidence to work efficiently, even in complex environments
For Site Managers & HSE Teams
Engineered secondary guarding that meets global safety standards
Reduces risk of overhead contact incidents and associated investigations
Data logging supports compliance reporting and incident analysis
Configurable to match specific site conditions and risk profiles
For Fleet & Operations
Retrofits to most EWPs in approximately 45 minutes
Minimal downtime — no major machine modifications required
Single or multiple sensor configurations available
Owner’s app for easy setup and ongoing management