Core features:
- Lightweight aluminium trench shields for easy handling and installation
- Stackable panels to suit varying grave depths
- Purpose-designed struts allow unobstructed lowering of coffin or casket
- Green powder-coated finish to create a natural, respectful appearance
- Compatible with artificial grass mats and cemetery surrounds
- Easy to clean and maintain between uses
Our Range
| Product Code | Panel Length | Panel Height | Weight Per Panel | kPa Rating | Panel Thickness | Cutting edge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2470 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 40 | 30 | 0.45M | Yes |
| 2471 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 50 | 30 | 0.45M | No |
2471 has no cutting edge so it can be used as a topper or as bottom if cutting edge is not required.
Applications
Cemetery and burial excavations, grave digging in disturbed ground, sites where worker safety and public safety are critical, services requiring a professional and dignified graveside presentation.
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Certified to International Standards
The Lite Guard cemetery shield meets the safety requirements of AS 4744.1-2000 (Australian Standard), BSEN 1331.142 (British European Standard) and 29CFR Part 1926 OSHA Sup Part P (USA Standard)
Standard Grave Shoring Accessories
| Product Image | Product Code | Description | Dimension |
|---|---|---|---|
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2479 | End Closure Panel | 2400 (H) x 300 (W) mm |
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2478 | Removable collar | 300 (H) with 30 mm wide collar |
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2477 | SHS Tube for use when doing 3-sided decking | 40mm round |
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2475 | Lock to secure safety lid. (Need to be ordered in conjunction with either a mesh or treadplate safety lid, as the lock can not be fitted after manufacture.) | Fitted to the size of the safety lid. |
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2474 | Safety Lid, Solid treadplate | 2400 (W) x 900 (D) mm |
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2473 | Safety Lid, Mesh | 2400 (W) x 900 (D) mm |
Why choose Guardian trench shields?
Lightweight without compromise
Complete shield setup. Small excavators can lift and position shields using inbuilt lifting points. This cuts machinery costs and makes shields accessible for restricted sites.
Built for New Zealand conditions
Aluminium doesn’t rust. In wet, muddy trench work, that longevity matters. Our shields handle New Zealand’s diverse soil types — from sandy coastal ground to heavy clay — without the corrosion issues affecting steel alternatives.
Flexible for real work
Multiple strut points mean you’re not locked into one position when services are in the way. Detachable 600mm legs keep shields off the trench bottom when pipes or cables run underneath. Adjustable struts (0.6m-3.5m) accommodate different trench widths.
Fast to deploy and move
Shields can be assembled or dismantled in minutes. Move quickly around busy sites or transport between jobs without specialised equipment.
Compliance and certification
Every Guardian shield meets or exceeds at least one of the following standards:
- New Zealand: AS 4744.1-2000
- Australia: AS 4744.1-2000
- United States: OSHA Sub Part P
- Britain & Europe: BS EN 13331.1 and 13331.2
Each shield carries an identification plate showing standards compliance. Certifications and Safe Use Manuals provided to support Health & Safety requirements and WorkSafe inspections. Reference guides on every shield show safe strut positioning.
Technical support
We understand site pressures. Projects run tight, ground conditions change, and you’re responsible for getting people home safe. We provide:
- On-site product demonstrations
- Crew training on proper installation and use
- Technical compliance advice
- Documentation for WorkSafe requirements
- Custom sizing for non-standard requirements
What do you need?
Whether you’re looking for a specific solution or an ongoing safety partner, we’re ready to talk.