All Guardian trench shields and safety systems are designed and tested to meet relevant New Zealand safety standards and compliance requirements. Certifications give you confidence that the equipment being used has been assessed for strength, performance, and safe on-site operation.

From modular shields and hydraulic soldiers through to accessories and davit arms every Guardian trench safety solution is backed by documentation and technical data needed to help keep projects compliant, crews protected, and jobs moving safely.

Certifications/ Compliance and Specification sheets:

Guardian Modular Shields/Boxes:
Guardian Modular Specifications and Certifications
Guardian Modular Rating Sheet

Guardian Vertical Shores (Hydraulic Soldiers):
Guardian Hydraulic Soldiers Technical Data Sheet
Guardian Hydraulic Soldiers Specifications

Guardian Large Shield Panels, Struts and Manual Soldiers Set Certifications:
Guardian Manual Soldier Sets Compliance
Guardian Adjustable Acrow Strut Rating
Guardian Large Shields Adjustable Struts Certificate of Compliance
Guardian Large Shield Lifting Points Certificate
Guardian Highrise Struts Certificate of Compliance

Guardian Handrails, Davit arms, Ladder Mounts, Walkways and Fall Arrest Posts:
Guardians Accessories Statement of Compliance

Shields Manual:

Guardian Manual

Need More Information?

All of the certification documents and user manuals featured in this article are downloadable. We recommend keeping copies on hand so your team can quickly access the technical information, specifications, and compliance documentation they need on site.

If you can’t find the document you’re looking for, or you need advice on selecting the right trench safety solution for your project, our team is here to help.

Get in touch with Guardian Civil:

📧 [email protected]
📞 0508 41 41 41

Whether you need technical support, certification information, product recommendations, or help planning your next excavation project, we’re only a phone call or email away.

Keeping your crew protected and your mind at ease.