Safety Steps

Professional Safety Steps for UK Workplaces

Essential Safety Steps for Workplace Compliance

Safety steps are crucial workplace equipment designed to provide secure access to elevated areas whilst ensuring full compliance with UK health and safety regulations. Under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and related workplace regulations, employers must ensure safe working conditions including proper access equipment for working at height. Our comprehensive range of safety steps meets and exceeds these stringent requirements.

Why Choose Professional Safety Steps?

Professional safety steps offer superior protection compared to standard ladders, featuring enhanced stability mechanisms, non-slip treads, and robust handrails. Mobile safety steps are equipped with features like anti-slip treads, handrails, guardrails, and locking mechanisms that significantly reduce the risk of falls or accidents. These essential safety features make them ideal for high-traffic environments such as warehouses, factories, and distribution centres.

Mobile Safety Steps - Maximum Flexibility

Mobile safety steps represent the perfect solution for dynamic workplace environments where access needs frequently change. One of the standout features of mobile safety steps is their ability to be easily moved from one location to another. Equipped with swivel castors or heavy-duty wheels, these steps can be effortlessly manoeuvred around tight spaces. Spring-loaded castors ensure the steps remain firmly planted when weight is applied, providing a stable working platform.

Our mobile safety step range includes:

• Standard Mobile Safety Steps - Lightweight yet robust construction
• Heavy Duty Mobile Safety Steps - Enhanced load capacity for demanding applications
• Extra Wide Mobile Safety Steps - Spacious platforms for comfortable working
• Mobile Safety Steps with Double Handrail - Enhanced stability and support

Specialised Safety Step Solutions

Warehouse Safety Steps

Warehouse environments demand specialised access equipment capable of withstanding intensive daily use. Our industrial warehouse steps are ideal to reach heights up to 5m. These steps feature robust all-steel construction, anti-slip treads, and secure handrails for maximum safety.

Loading and Truck Access Steps

Loading areas present unique challenges requiring purpose-built access solutions. Our mobile truck dock steps and loading steps provide safe, reliable access to vehicle cargo areas, featuring adjustable height mechanisms and robust construction suitable for industrial environments.

Safety Steps with Platform Guards

Platform guard safety steps offer enhanced protection for workers operating at height. These steps feature enclosed platforms with protective railings, preventing accidental falls and ensuring compliance with working at height regulations.

Safety Standards and Compliance

All our safety steps comply with relevant British and European standards, including where appropriate :

• BS EN 131 - European standard for portable ladders and safety steps
• EN 14183 - Requirements for mobile access and working towers
• Work at Height Regulations 2005 - UK legislation governing safe working practices

EN131 is the updated European (Including the UK) safety classification for warehouse steps. This classification applies to commercial and trade ladders operating weights of 150kg. Our certified safety steps provide peace of mind that your workplace access equipment meets all regulatory requirements.

Key Safety Features

Anti-Slip Technology

Non-slip treads ensure secure footing in all conditions, with options including mesh treads for enhanced grip and rubber treads for chemical-resistant environments.

Handrail Systems

Comprehensive handrail systems provide essential support, available in single or double configurations. Close-fitting handrails extend around platforms for complete protection.

Locking Mechanisms

Advanced locking systems ensure steps remain securely positioned during use. Spring-loaded castors automatically engage when weight is applied, providing instant stability.

Platform Design

Spacious platforms accommodate comfortable working positions, with toe boards preventing tools or materials from falling. Optional platform guards provide additional safety.

Applications Across Industries

Manufacturing and Production

Safety steps provide essential access to machinery, production lines, and elevated storage areas. Robust construction withstands demanding industrial environments.

Warehousing and Distribution

Mobile safety steps enable efficient stock picking and inventory management. Easy manoeuvrability ensures rapid repositioning as operational needs change.

Maintenance and Facilities

Lightweight yet sturdy safety steps support routine maintenance tasks, equipment inspections, and facility management activities.

Food and Pharmaceutical

Stainless steel safety steps meet hygiene requirements for food production and pharmaceutical manufacturing environments, featuring easy-clean surfaces and corrosion resistance.

Choosing the Right Safety Steps

Height Requirements

Consider maximum working height needed, accounting for user height and task requirements. Our steps range from 2-tread options for low-level access to 15-tread configurations for substantial heights.

Load Capacity

Evaluate total weight including user, tools, and materials. Standard steps typically support 150kg, with heavy-duty options available for greater loads.

Mobility Needs

Assess whether static or mobile steps best suit your application. Mobile options offer flexibility, whilst fixed steps provide ultimate stability.

Environmental Factors

Consider workplace conditions including temperature, chemicals, and cleaning requirements. Stainless steel options suit harsh or hygienic environments.

Investment in Workplace Safety

Professional safety steps represent essential investment in workplace safety and operational efficiency. By investing in mobile safety steps, businesses can Increase Productivity.

Workers can quickly and easily access hard-to-reach areas without needing to move cumbersome ladders or platforms.

Ensure Compliance with Safety Standards.

Reduced accident risk protects both employees and business operations.

Quality safety steps enhance productivity by enabling safe, efficient access to elevated work areas whilst demonstrating commitment to employee welfare and regulatory compliance.

Contact Action Handling today to discuss your safety step requirements and ensure your workplace meets the highest safety standards.

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