There are some circumstances where ladders and scaffolding towers are the most appropriate access solutions for the requirements of the job at hand. After all, many DIY and construction projects require high-level access. However, it’s important to weigh up your options carefully before choosing the access solution for your next project; do you need high-level access or could low-level access solutions be a more appropriate choice?
Using an extension ladder or scaffold platform when a hop-up would suffice could leave you vulnerable to accidents and injuries, so it’s vital to consider the requirements of your project carefully before choosing the equipment you need. In many circumstances, low-level work platforms offer lots of great benefits. These include:
Low-level work platforms provide quick and easy access
Using low-level work platforms, such as hop-ups and mini trestles, can provide quick and easy access to walls, shelves and door frames. Some low-level work platforms don’t require as much space as ladders and scaffolding platforms, which means they can be used for inside jobs such as painting, mounting shelves and other DIY tasks. This makes them the perfect access solution to keep in your garden shed!
It is also possible to use low-level work platforms without the added safety precautions required by taller access solutions. For instance, you don’t necessarily need to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) or a harness when standing on a mini work platform.
Low-level work platforms are often lightweight
The weight of your chosen access solution will depend on the type you choose. However, many low-level work platforms are known for being lightweight. Platforms such as hop-ups and mini trestles can be carried easily from one station to the next without difficulty, making them ideal for moving around your house or worksite without delay.
Their lightweight structure also makes it easy to pack away at the end of the day. Whereas access solutions like scaffold towers should remain in place until the project has finished, hop-ups and other low-level solutions can be folded away immediately.
Low-level work platforms could be a safer choice
Although many projects require high-level access, there are some circumstances where it would be less risky to use a low-level platform instead. For example, it may not be necessary to climb a ladder when painting your living room. If you can reach every corner of the room using a low-level platform, then it is better to use a hop-up, trestle or set of painters’ steps than a ladder or tower.
Using a sturdy hop-up platform is also much less risky than balancing on a chair or footstool. In any instance where you might be tempted to do this, use a low-level platform instead.
At TopTower, we are proud to supply an extensive selection of access solutions for DIY tasks, construction projects and much more. Whether you require low-level platforms or extension ladders and scaffolding towers, look no further for durable solutions at competitive prices. To discuss our services and products in more detail, call us on 0121 585 5858 today. We look forward to working with you.
