A ladder is one of the most widely used pieces of equipment in the workplace and even in homes across the UK. Whatever task you are carrying out, there will be a ladder specifically built with this task in mind. From the step ladder, which is good for indoor jobs, to the telescopic ladder, which is very adaptable for use at many different heights and scaffold towers for jobs where a ladder would compromise your safety. A lot like the conventional step ladders, the podium steps sit on four legs which allow it to provide a stable working platform for the user and their tools.
With lots of capabilities, more than what most conventional ladders can offer, being adaptable doesn’t always mean the safest option for challenging work situations. The podium steps have come about as a result of driving safety in the workplace. It's a progressive design on the conventional step ladder makes it one of the safest steps for everyday use. With this in mind, here in this blog, we answer some common questions about podium steps.
What are Podium Steps?
Much like most mobile step ladders, the podium is constructed from a heavy-duty scaffold tube with a top working platform for the user and their tools.
What is the difference between a Podium Steps and Mobile Step Ladders?
The key difference between a step ladder and a podium step is the working platform which you will stand on, this is great because it is wide enough for you to stand comfortably and work.
What Makes Podium Steps so Safe?
The key safety feature is that the podium steps are to be the caged platform. Enclosing the user on sometimes all four sides can really reduce the chance of a falling off of them.
Where Would you use Podium Steps?
Mobile step ladders are brilliant for quick access picking and packing on shelves and racking. The Podium Step, in contrast, is a working ladder. The unique top platform allows the user to fix themselves into position so they can assemble, do any repairs and complete general maintenance tasks.
Here at Top Tower, when it comes to scaffold towers, podium steps, low-level work platforms or ladders and steps, Toptower is the ultimate national supplier with the most comprehensive selection of equipment at a reasonable price. To find out more about the DIY tools and solutions that we can offer you, please get in touch, we’d be happy to help!
