Out of the top ten most dangerous jobs in the UK, three of them involve working at height – construction, scaffolding, and lorry driving.
And these heights are not always what we consider significant. Quite often, serious injuries and deaths occur from falls from as low as five feet, such as those from the back trays and trailers of stationary lorries. In fact, a staggering 90% of falls occur from below head height.
See the case study below to see how one of our clients use a popular SafeLoader for Safe Access to Lorries:
Identifying the Challenge
Based in Milton Keynes, one of our key clients within the piling industry required safe access and egress to lorries when loading the sheet piling in the yard.
The client contacted UK Height Access Supplier SafeSmart Access, having known their extensive experience with lorry access
Supplying the Solution: SafeLoader
SafeSmart Access sent the client demos of the SafeLoader Platforms. The client was so impressed they then purchased 2 x 6m SafeLoader with a joining kit to cover the full length of their trucks. Due to some uneven ground in the yard, pneumatic castors were also attached.
Not to mention, other key benefits of the SafeLoader:
• Comes standard with crane lifting points
• Bolt-on forking lifting channels available
• Fully cross braced aluminium frame for a rigid platform
• Self closing gate at entrance to platform
• 200mm heavy duty castors, fully height adjustable through to 350mm
SafeSmart are the UK leaders when it comes to compliant, robust safety products that adhere and often exceed HSE WAHR and BS EN regulations. Call us today to discuss your needs and requirements with a member of our team.
