Platforms Design Manual

Platforms design manual
1. Working platforms and walkways
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1.1 European standards and regulations

This subchapter is according to ISO 14122-2:2001 and ISO 14122-3:2001
1.1.1 Terms and definitions
Working platform - level surface used for the operation, maintenance, inspection, repair,
sampling and other phases of work in connection with the machinery
Walkway - level surface used for moving from one point to another
Flooring - assembly of elements making up the floor of a walkway or a working platform
and being in direct contact with footwear
1.1.2 Specific requirements
Working platforms shall be located in such a way as to allow people to work in an
ergonomic position, if possible, between 500 mm and 1700 mm, above the surface of the
working platform.
1.1.3 Dimensions
In accordance with the values mentioned in EN 547-1 and EN 547-3 standards, unless
exceptional circumstances exist the minimum headroom over working platforms and
walkways shall be 2100 mm.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the clear width of a walkway shall be
minimum 600 mm but preferably 800 mm. When the walkway is usually subject to
passage or crossing of several persons simultaneously, the width shall be increased to
1000 mm. The width of the walkway, when designated as an escape way shall meet the
requirements of appropriate regulations.
1.1.4 Design loads
The minimum operating loads to take into account for the landing, walkways and working
platforms are:
- 2 kN/m2 under distributed load for the structure;
- 1,5 kN concentrated load applied in the most unfavorable position over a concentrated
load area of 200 mm x 200 mm for the flooring.
When loaded with the design load, the deflection of the flooring shall not exceed 1/200th
of the span and the difference between the loaded and neighboring unloaded flooring
shall not exceed 4 mm in height.
1.1.5 Floorings
Floorings shall be designed such that any liquids spilled on them are drained away. If this
requirement is not possible to fulfill for some special reasons, slipping and other hazards
caused by the liquid shall be prevented or minimized in some other suitable way.
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The flooring of a working platform or walkway shall only have such maximum openings
that a ball with a diameter of 35 mm cannot fall through;
Floorings above a place where people are working, as opposed to occasional passage,
shall have such maximum openings that a ball with a diameter of 20 mm cannot fall
through unless the same safety is guaranteed by other suitable means.
In cases where the risk assessment concludes that hazards caused by objects or other
materials falling or passing through the flooring are more significant than the slipping,
falling, etc. hazards, the flooring shall have no opening.
Between the edges of floorings and adjacent construction elements or opening edges
required to suit elements fitted in the openings e.g. piping, bins or supports, a toe plate is
necessary if the distance between flooring and element exceeds 30 mm.
1.1.6 Guard-rails
Figure 1.1 Example of a horizontal guard-rail (dimensions in mm)
When the height of the possible fall exceeds 500 mm, a guard-rail shall be installed.
A guard-rail shall be provided when the gap between a platform and the structure of a
machine or wall is greater than 200 mm or if the protection of the structure is not
equivalent to a guard-rail. However, a toe plate shall be provided when the gap between
the platform and adjoining structure is greater than 30 mm.
The minimum height of the guard-rail shall be 1100 mm.
The guard-rail shall include at least one intermediate kneerail or any other equivalent
protection.
The clear space between the handrail and the kneerail, as well as between the kneerail
and the toe plate, shall not exceed 500 mm.
When vertical uprights are used instead of a kneerail the clear horizontal distance
between those uprights shall be 180 mm maximum.
A toe-plate with a minimum upstanding of 100 mm shall be placed 10 mm maximum from
the walking level and the edge of the platform (see figure 1.1).
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The distance between the axes of the stanchions is preferred to be limited to 1500 mm.
But, if this distance is exceeded, specific attention shall be paid to the stanchion
anchoring strength and the fixing devices.
Figure 1.2 Clear space between two guard-rail segments (dimensions in mm)
In the case of an interrupted handrail, to prevent hand traps the clear space between the
two segments should not be less than 75 mm and not greater than 120 mm (see figure
1.2). If there is a larger opening, a self closing gate shall be used.
Where access through the guard rail is required, a self-closing gate shall be used. A gate
shall have the handrail and kneerail positioned at the same level as that of the guard-rail
that it extends to (for exit section of the ladder, see EN ISO 14122-4:1996).
Any gates shall be self-closing and shall be designed to open onto the platform or floor
and to close against a firm stop to prevent users pushing against them and falling
through the opening. Gates shall be subject to the same loading criteria as guard-rails.
The ends of the handrail shall be designed in such a manner as to eliminate any risk of
harm caused by sharp edges of the product or by catching of the user's clothing.
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1.2 Platform frame

In this subchapter article E053.xxx was used as an example
1.2.1 Construction details and materials applied
Figure 1.3 Platform frame (E053.xxx)
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A) Outside beams
Figure 1.4 Outside beam construction (E053.xxx)
Table 1.1 Materials used for outside beams
Outside profile
Profile type Article code
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
IPE 160
IPE 200
HEA 100
HEA 140
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MA180011
MA180009
MA180008
MA070007
MA070048
MA030005
MA030002
Connection
plate type A
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
Connection
Toe plate
plate type B Profile type Article code
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
Strip 8 x 150
MA120039
B) Middle beams
Figure 1.5 Middle beam construction (E053.xxx)
Table 1.2 Materials used for middle beams
Middle beam profile

UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
IPE 160
IPE 200
HEA 100
HEA 140
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MA180011
MA180009
MA180008
MA070007
MA070048
MA030005
MA030002
Connection plate
type C
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
C) Crossbeams
Figure 1.6 Crossbeam construction (E053.xxx)
Table 1.3 Materials used for crossbeams
Crossbeam profile
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
IPE 160
IPE 180
HEA 100
HEA 140
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MA180011
MA180009
MA180008
MA070007
MA070005
MA030005
MA030002
Connection plate
type A
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
1.2.2 Connection details
Figure 1.7 Connections details
Figure 1.8 Outside beam to outside beam connections details
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Figure 1.9 Outside beam to middle crossbeam connections details
Figure 1.10 Outside beam to crossbeam connections details
Figure 1.11 Crossbeam to crossbeam connections details
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1.3 Walkway frame

Figure 1.12 Walkway frame
Welded frame
Figure 1.13 Welded frame
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Table 1.4 Materials used for walkway frame
Side profile
Crossmember
L 150x150x10
L 40x40x4
MA050011
Connection plate
Figure 1.14 Connection plate
Connection plate article code is E0xx.xxx
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MA050013
1.4 Columns
Figure 1.15 Columns
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Figure 1.16 Columns types

Table 1.5 Materials used for columns type 1
Column profile
Profile
type
Article
code
SHS
80x80x4
MA080019
SHS
100x100x5
MA080043
SHS
140x140x5
E035.405
SHS
160x160x6
E036.139
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Connect with Corner Middle Straight

outside beam head
head
head
profile type
plate
plate
plate
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
Foot
plate
Adjustable
foot
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
Column profile
Profile
type
Article
code
IPE 140
MAxxxxx
IPE 160
MAxxxxx
IPE 180
MAxxxxx
HEA 100
MAxxxxx

outside beam head
head
head
profile type
plate
plate
plate
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
Foot
plate
Adjustable
foot
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
Column profile
Profile
type
Article
code
IPE 140
MAxxxxx
IPE 160
MAxxxxx
IPE 180
MAxxxxx
HEA 100
MAxxxxx
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outside beam head
head
head
profile type
plate
plate
plate
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
UNP 140
UNP 160
UNP 180
Foot
plate
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
E053.xxx
1.4.2 Connections details
Figure 1.17 Columns connections details
Figure 1.18 Corner column connections details
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1.5 Floorings
Pressed gratings
Figure 1.21 Pressed grating
Supplier for gratings is Thielco staalindustrie BV, Stabag, Las Pers ( www.thielco.nl )
Table 1.7 Pressed gratings articles codes
Pressed gratings
Pressed gratings,
[Type R2-25 30x30]3
Pressed gratings,
[Type R2-30 30x30]
Length 1, [mm]
Width 2, [mm]
Art. code
615
720
760
1000
1200
1500
1730
1000
1000
1000
1000
1000
1100
1100
1200
1200
1200
1200
720
790
720
720
200
720
200
500
600
800
1000
1200
600
1000
500
600
800
1000
E025.888
E027.553
E027.128
E025.854
E029.099
E025.849
E029.097
E037.099
E037.101
E037.102
E037.098
E037.100
E037.105
E037.104
E037.108
E037.109
E037.110
E037.106
Length is in the bearing bar direction, maximum length available at Thielco is 3000 mm
Width is in traverse bar direction, maximum width available at Thielco is 1750 mm
3
R = pressed grating, 2-25 bearing bar section dimensions 2 x 25 mm, mesh width 30 x 30 mm (center to
center spacing of bearing bars 34.3 mm, center to center spacing of traverse bars 33.3 mm).
2
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Teardrop plates
Figure 1.22 Teardrop plate
Table 1.7 Teardrop plates articles
Teardrop plate type

Teardrop plate 3/4.5-5 1
Teardrop plate 4/6
Teardrop plate 5/6.5-2
1
Dimension
Material
Art. code
3000x1500x3
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
MD100009
2000x1000x4
St.37-2
DIN 59220
MA100124
3000x1500x5
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
E008.381
2500x1250x5
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
MD100007
3000x1500x5
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
MD100001
4000x1500x5
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
E019.158
6000x2000x5
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
MD100010
2500x1250x8
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
E018.039
3000x1500x8
AlMg3
EN AW 5754-0
E018.000
3 = plate thickness (3 mm), 4.5 = overall thickness (4.5 mm), 5 number of teardrops (5 bars).
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1.5.2 Positioning and fixations details

Gratings connection
Figure 1.23 Grating clamping (E027.979)
Figure 1.24 Gratings fixation details
Gratings positioning
Figure 1.25 Positioning between supports
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Figure 1.26 Lay out positioning (arrow indicate bearing bars positioning)
Figure 1.27 Pressed grating positioning
Teardrop plate connection

For teardrop plate fixation an M8 x 40 cross recessed countersunk head thread rolling
screw is used (article code E030.687). In the teardrop plate an M8 CSK hole for
countersunk flat head screw has to be drilled (figure 1.28).
Figure 1.28 Countersink hole in teardrop plate
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Teardrop plate positioning
Figure 1.29 Teardrop plate positioning
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1.6 Guard-rails
Figure 1.30 Guard-rails construction details
Mounting plate article is E032.406.

Stanchion article is E036.217.
Kneerail raw material is MA010012 (welded tube 33.7x2.65).
Handrail raw material is MA010014 (welded tube 42.4x2.65).
Bend radius of the tubes should be 150 mm, see figure 1.31.
Figure 1.31 Tubes bend radius.
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1.6.2 Positioning details
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2. Stairs and stepladders
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This subchapter is according to ISO 14122-1:2001 and ISO 14122-3:2001
Recommended
Key
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Ramp, A recommended
Ramp with enhanced slip resistance
Stair
Stair, D recommended
Stair
Stepladder
Stepladder
Ladder, H recommended
Figure 2.1 Range of the various means of access
Stepladder - fixed means of access with an angle of pitch from more than 45 up to 75,
whose horizontal elements are steps (see Figure 2.1).
Stair - fixed means of access with an angle of pitch from more than 20 up to 45, whose
horizontal elements are steps (see Figure 2.1).
Safe stair - fixed means of access with an angle of pitch from more than 30 up to 38,
whose horizontal elements are steps (see Figure 2.1).
2.1.2 Stairs dimensions
Key
Hgehlrwptc-
Climbing height
Going
Headroom
Rise
Length of landing
Overlap
Angle of pitch
Width
Pitch line
Depth of step
Clearance
Figure 2.2 Parts of stairs and step ladders
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The overlap, r, of the step shall be 10 mm and shall apply equally to landings and
floors.
Going, g, and rise, h, shall meet the formula (1):
600 g + 2h 660
(dimensions in mm)
(1)
On the same flight, the rise shall be constant wherever possible. In the case where it is
not possible to maintain the height of the rise between the level of departure and the
lower step, it may be reduced by a maximum of 15 %. If it is justified, it may be increased,
for example in the case of certain mobile machines.
The uppermost step shall be level with the landing
Headroom, e, shall be 2300 mm minimum.
Clearance, c, shall be 1900 mm minimum.
Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the clear width of a stair shall be a minimum
of 600 mm but preferably 800 mm. When the stairway is usually subject to the passage
or crossing of several persons simultaneously, the width shall be increased to 1000 mm.
The width of the stair, when designated as an escape way shall meet the requirements of
appropriate regulations.
The climbing height H of individual flights shall not exceed 3000 mm, otherwise a landing
is deemed necessary before continuing on to another flight. The length of the landing, I,
shall be at least 800 mm and in any case equal to or greater than the width of the stair.
Only in the case of a single flight shall the climbing height not exceed 4000 mm.
2.1.3 Stepladders dimensions
The minimum step depth, t, shall be 80 mm.
The maximum rise, h, shall be 250 mm.
The overlap, r, of the step or the landing shall be 10 mm.
The clear width between stringers or guard-rails shall be within the range of 450 mm to
800 mm but preferably 600 mm.
On the single flight, the rise shall be constant wherever possible. In the case where it is
not possible to maintain the height of the rise between the level of departure and the first
step, it may be reduced by a maximum of 15 %. If it is justified, it may be increased, for
example in the case of certain mobile machines.
Headroom, e, shall be 2300 mm minimum.
Clearance, c, shall be 850 mm minimum.
The climbing height, H, of a single flight shall not exceed 3000 mm.
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2.1.4 Guard-rails of stairs and stepladders
Figure 2.3 Example of a stair guard-rail and its continuation to the horizontal guard-rail (dimensions in mm)
A stair shall have at least one handrail. If the stair width is greater or equal to 1200 mm,
there shall be two handrails. Step ladders shall always have two handrails.
A guard-rail shall be fitted whenever the height to climb exceeds 500 mm, and when
there is a lateral space adjacent to the string which is greater than 200 mm, in order to
provide protection on the side of the stair where this gap exists.
The vertical height of the handrail on a stair shall be between 900 mm and 1 000 mm
above the nosing on the step of the flight and be a minimum of 1100 mm above the
walking level on the landing. The shape of the handrail should have a diameter between
25 mm to 50 mm or an equivalent section, to provide a good grip for the hand.
Figure 2.4 Positioning of a handrail on a step ladder
The distance (dimension x) from the pitch line on a step ladder to the centerline of the
handrail should be as shown in figure 2.4, with the handrail commencing from at least the
distance of 1000 mm measured vertically from the bottom of the ladder. Table 2.1 gives
indicative dimensions.
Table 2.1 Example of distances from the pitch line on a step ladder to the centerline of the handrail
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2.2 Stairs
Figure 2.5 Stairs construction details
Adjustable foot article is C2466102

Guard-rails
For kneerail tube and handrail tube see subchapter 1.6 Guard rails.
Mounting plate article is E0xx.xxx
Stanchion article is E0x.xxx
Steps
Stabag O2 type Achil steps are used for CSi standard stairs. ( www.stabagpcp.nl )
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Figure 2.6 Step dimensions
Table 2.2 Step dimensions
Table 2.2 Stabag available dimensions
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Table 2.3 Steps article codes
Width
Length
[mm]
[mm]
150
150
200
200
200
200
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
225
250
275
275
275
275
275
300
300
400
600
400
500
600
700
400
550
600
700
750
800
800
1500
700
600
700
800
900
1000
800
1000
Article code
E036.025
E019.086
E036.044
E037.145
E038.968
E010.536
E017.378
E041.292
E038.766
E008.358
E034.039
E008.371
E011.079
E010.534
E041.701
E029.232
E014.980
E014.982
E035.436
E035.437
E035.443
E035.449
Side beams
Stairs connection plate article code is E008.303
Stairs support plate article code is E008.302
Stairs upper plate row material is 10 mm plate
Stairs plate row material is 10 mm strip, if the part fit on 1500 x 3000 mm plate then the
Stairs upper plate can be skipped and as row material can be used 10 mm plate
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Figure 2.7 Side beams construction details
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3. Fixed ladders
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This subchapter is according to ISO 14122-4:2004
Key
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
[A]
[B]
Anchor bracket
Rung
Ladder stile
Safety cage vertical members
Lowest hoop
Intermediate hoop
Toe plate
Platform step
Gate
Upper hoop
Exit section
Safety cage
Figure 3.1 Terminology
Ladder - fixed means of access with an angle of pitch from more than 75 to 90, whose
horizontal elements are rungs
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Safety cage - assembly which serves to limit the risk of people falling from the ladder
3.1.2 Dimensions
Figure 3.2a Side elevation on ladder with a safety

cage
Figure 3.2b Front elevation on ladder with a

safety cage
Figure 3.2c Plan view of a ladder with a safety cage

Figure 3.2 Principal dimensions of ladders with a safety cages (dimensions in mm)
Rugs
The spacing between successive rungs shall be constant and shall be between 225 mm
and 300 mm.
The distance between the walking surface of the departure area and the first rung shall
not exceed the spacing between two consecutive rungs.
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Figure 3.3 Position of top rung
The top rung shall be positioned at the same level as the walking surface of the arrival
area (see Figure 3.3). If the gap between the walking surface and the ladder is greater
than 75 mm, a floor extension shall be provided at the arrival area to reduce this gap.
The diameter of the rungs shall be at least 20 mm, or the walking surface of the tread of
polygonal or U-shaped rungs shall have a depth of at least 20 mm.
The cross-section of the rungs shall not be given dimensions difficult to grasp by hand.
The diameter of the rung shall not be more than 35 mm.
Stiles
The clear width between the two stiles shall be between 400 mm and 600 mm (see
Figure 3.2). However, a shorter length between 300 mm and 400 mm is permissible, in
cases where the immediate environment makes it impossible to use 400 mm. Before a
shorter length is considered a check should be carried out to see if it is possible to find a
more favorable position for the ladder allowing a clear width of 400 mm or more.
Spacing between the ladder and any permanent obstruction
The space between the ladder and any permanent obstruction or obstacles shall be:
- In front of the ladder: at least 650 mm and 600 mm in case of a discontinuous obstacle;
- Behind the front side of the rungs: at least 200 mm and 150 mm in case of a
discontinuous obstacle.
Safety cage
The lowest part of safety cage, e. g. the lowest hoop shall start at a height of between
2200 mm and 3000 mm above the departure area. Below the cage on the chosen access
side, the safety cage shall not have elements likely to obstruct the access to the area
situated in front of the ladder. At the arrival area the safety cage shall be extended up to
the height of the guard-rail of the arrival area (see Figure 3.2).
The clear distances within the hoop of the safety cage shall be between 650 mm and 800
mm (see Figure 3.2c). This applies equally to non-circular as well as circular safety
cages.
The clearance within the cage at the arrival area, measured along the transverse axis of
the ladder rungs between the inside face of the cage shall be between 500 mm and 700
mm (see Figure 3.2c).
The distance between two hoops shall not exceed 1500 mm and the distance between
two uprights on the cage shall not exceed 300 mm. The hoops shall be placed at right
angles to the uprights on the cage. The safety cage uprights shall be fixed to the inside of
the hoop and be equally spaced.
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The spacing of safety cage components shall be designed so that the empty spaces are
in any case not more than 0, 40 m2.
A cage is not necessary if surrounding structures (walls, parts of machines, etc.) in front
of and on the sides of the ladder provide a similar safety function (e. g. by providing
similar dimensions).
3.1.3 Design loads
Ladder element
The ladder elements are considered to fulfill the general requirement when they meet the
requirements of EN 131-2. The maximum deflection as indicated in 5.1 shall not exceed
50 mm.
Safety cage
The safety cage is considered to meet these requirements if the permanent deformation
as the result of a vertical load of 1000 N is not more than 10 mm and as the result of a
horizontal load of 500 N is not more than 10 mm.
Anchoring points of fixed ladders
The anchoring points and connections to them shall be capable of supporting 3000 N per
stile. Up to four anchorages may be considered to contribute to this support.
3.1.4 Departure and arrival area
Departure areas
If the walking surface of the departure area has been raised by more than 500 mm above
the surroundings or the departure area borders on areas which are not able to take a
load, e. g. area made of glass or synthetic material, the departure area shall have guardrails or equivalent means that are able to protect persons against falling from a height.
If the horizontal distance from a fixed ladder, equipped with a safety cage, to the guardrail of the raised departure area is not more than 1500 mm, the guard-rail shall be fitted
with an extension or the structure of the cage shall be extended down to the guard-rail
(see Figure 3.4).
Key
1
2
3
Extension
Guard-rail
Safety cage
a
b
- Guard-rail without an extension

- Height of the extension determined by
an angle 45 minimum
- Height of the extension determined by
a distance 400 mm maximum
- Diameter of the safety cage
c
d
Figure 3.4 Extension completing the protective function of guard-rails at the departure area
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The top of the extension shall at least meet the following requirements:
- No dimension between the cage and the extension shall exceed 400 mm, or
- It shall have an angle, formed by the vertical and a straight line linking the upper section
of the extension to the nearest part of the safety cage of 45 degrees or more.
Arrival areas
Suitable means to prevent persons falling from a height, e. g. guard-rails, shall be
provided at drop edges of arrival areas, over a length of at least 1500 mm on both sides
of the vertical axis of the ladder or over the entire length of the edge, if this is less than
3000 mm. This is independent of any fall protection device fitted beyond this length.
Ladders may have a front or side exit to the arrival area.
The width of the access opening shall be between 500 mm and 700 mm.
To prevent falling through the access opening at arrival areas the opening shall be
provided with a gate.
The gates shall meet the following requirements:
a) Opening direction of this gate shall not be towards the edge of the drop (outwards);
b) Gate shall be designed so, that it can be opened easily;
c) Gate shall close automatically, e. g. by means of springs or the effects of gravity;
d) Gate shall have at least a handrail and a kneerail according to relevant requirements
of EN ISO 14122-3.
Handrails shall be fitted connecting the ladder stiles to the handrail of the guard-rail.
Those handrails shall be fixed to the guard-rail at the arrival area (see Figure 3.5).
Key
1 Walking surface of the arrival area
2 Gate
3 Guard-rail
4 Handrail
6 Ladder
Figure 3.5 Connected handrail at the arrival area
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