A Quick Guide To Access Equipment

When it comes to manual trades, be it construction, decorating, cleaning or maintenance based, there is a huge range of equipment involved. Of course, each industry has its own unique set of requirements and each job requires its own unique set of tools. However, one element that remains consistent throughout almost every industry is the need for access equipment of some kind.

There are a multitude of circumstances in which specific equipment is required to allow work to be carried out above ground level; in these situations, choosing the correct equipment for the job is crucial.

Here at Top Tower, we’ve put together a handy guide to access equipment.

Why Use Access Equipment?

Before jumping into the specifics of access equipment, it is worth understanding the reasons for its use. Of course, the primary purpose of any equipment of this kind is to allow workers to reach greater heights during jobs. This could be anywhere from a few metres above the ground to several stories up.

Additionally, access equipment allows individuals to work safely, providing a stable platform to ascend and descend as well as a means of reaching the area of work without jeopardising balance.

Podium Steps

Podium steps are one of the smallest forms of access equipment, allowing workers to perform simple tasks at heights that would otherwise be a little too high. These structures are ideal for low-level work as they are more stable than ladders and provide guardrails to secure the platform.

This type of step is not only stable, but lightweight and manoeuvrable, making it a practical choice for work that requires movement and readjustment.

Ladders

Moving on, ladders are perhaps the most familiar and widely used types of access equipment. Due to their availability in different sizes, ladders are ideal for providing access to a variety of heights.

What’s more, ladders are easily portable and available in a number of forms such as loft ladders and combination ladders. However, ladders are less suitable for increased heights and do not provide the stability required for certain work.

Scaffold Towers

Finally, scaffold towers are a practical alternative to ladders and podium steps in situations where greater stability, space and safety are required. These pieces of access equipment boast a number of incredibly useful features such as the ability to construct them to a bespoke height as well as allowing workers to operate from a safe platform.

Additionally, scaffolding towers are appropriate for longer periods of work at height as tools and equipment can be taken up to the platform. This enables a much more efficient rate of work and can save workers the time and energy that would otherwise be used travelling up and down a ladder.

Top Tower

For all of your podium steps, ladder and scaffold tower needs, look no further than Top Tower. With more than 30 years of industry experience, we are well-versed in all aspects of access equipment and supply a wide range of high-quality products and services.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your requirements.

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