What is the role of barricades at pulling and tensioning sites?

The role of barricades at pulling and tensioning sites is primarily to provide isolation protection. This means that barricades are set up to create a physical barrier between the work area and any unauthorized individuals or surrounding hazards. This protection is crucial because pulling and tensioning involve heavy equipment and materials that can pose risks to anyone outside the intended work zone. By isolating the area with barricades, it minimizes the risk of accidents, protects workers, and ensures that only trained personnel are present in hazardous zones.

While marking path routes, improving aesthetics, and indicating authorized personnel are also aspects of site management, they do not hold the same level of importance or impact on safety as the isolation provided by barricades.