Access Platforms and Catwalks

Designing Custom Access Platforms

Access platforms, which are designed as 'passive' forms of fall protection, provide users with a safe working environment at elevated heights. Included in an access platform are a stairway, a platform, and an independent support structure if required. Additionally, the access platform can include self-closing gates and gangways to provide safe access to the top of rolling stock (railcars and trucks).

If you are in need of an access platform for your industrial property, call Northland Safety Solutions.

Common Applications for Access Platforms

Our platforms offer a secure, quick, and convenient method to reach an elevated work position. Ladders are not always available on trucks or rail cars. When access to these vehicles is required, your employees will need a safe way to get to their destination.

Applications for access platforms include:

• Railcar and truck
• Building rooftop
• Exposed walkway
• Aircraft hangars
• Mezzanine
• Modular homes
  

Requirements for Catwalks

Unprotected catwalks can be a dangerous workplace hazard as the user could fall from an elevated work platform. Whether the catwalk is in a commercial or industrial environment, proper fall protection measures need to be taken to ensure compliance.

Decades of Experience in Catwalk Design

Catwalks provide safe access from one working location to another in a ‘passive’ form of fall protection. Catwalks can be designed to integrate into the existing support structure or an independent self-supporting structure, depending on the customer's requirements. The catwalk can be fabricated out of carbon steel, stainless steel and/or fiberglass, while the walking surfaces can be supplied in checker plate, grating and/or expanded metal.

For a quote on our catwalk design and construction services, contact Northland Safety Solutions LLC today.