Loading docks and mezzanines have always been a necessity for businesses with shipping, receiving and storage needs. Most companies do not view loading docks or mezzanine loading areas as a safety concern, but these areas often present dangerous fall hazards. A common risk associated with loading docks and mezzanine loading areas is the fall hazard that is created when the area is not in use. Dock gates offer protection against falls from loading docks while mezzanine gates create a safe barrier for employees in elevated mezzanine loading areas.