Access Platform Features
Work Access Platforms Designed to Fit Your Environment
Lighthouse Safety’s modular access platforms are custom-engineered to provide safe, OSHA-compliant elevated work access for industrial facilities, aviation maintenance hangars, manufacturing plants, rooftops, and more. Each work access platform is built to the specific dimensions and load requirements of your application — available in corrosion-resistant aluminum or galvanized steel with slip-resistant, BS 4592-certified treads for safe footing in any weather condition. Modular construction allows fast on-site assembly with optional preassembly, minimizing disruption to your operations. From single-level platforms to multi-tier industrial access systems, Lighthouse Safety delivers a complete engineered solution including CAD drawings, PE-stamped engineering, and professional installation nationwide.
Easy Installation
Available in lightweight aluminum construction ideal for rooftops; modular design allows fast, hassle-free assembly with optional preassembly available.
Custom Designed
Every platform is tailored to meet the unique demands of its environment, engineered for purpose and built to meet or exceed all relevant safety regulations.
Durable
Built with corrosion-resistant aluminum or galvanized steel for long-lasting performance. Slip-resistant, BS 4592-certified treads ensure safe, secure access in any weather condition.
Compliant
Engineered for reliable rooftop access, our platforms meet BS EN 14122-3 standards and are CE marked. Many configurations go beyond compliance, offering enhanced safety for maintenance and access tasks.
Custom Access Platforms Built for Safety
Every Lighthouse Safety access platform is custom designed to match the exact dimensions, load requirements, and access conditions of your facility. Each project typically includes detailed CAD drawings so you can visualize the solution before purchase. Our modular industrial access platform systems can be quickly reengineered or reconfigured as your operational needs change — protecting your long-term investment. Whether you need a fixed elevated work platform for machinery access, a rooftop access platform for HVAC maintenance, or a multi-level aviation maintenance platform, our team engineers the right solution from hazard assessment through installation.
Compliance Assured
Our Work Access Platforms comply with OSHA regulations for elevated work and fall protection.
Compliance Standards:
- OSHA 1910.23(e)(1)(iii)
- OSHA 1910.25(b)(3)
- OSHA 1910.23(c)(2-4)
- OSHA 1910.29(b)(1-3)
- OSHA 1910.23(e)(1)(vi)
Why Facilities Choose Modular Access Platforms Over Ladders and Scaffolding
Fixed ladders and temporary scaffolding create significant fall hazards and compliance risks for workers who need regular, repeated access to elevated equipment, machinery, or rooftop systems. Modular access platforms eliminate these risks by providing a permanent, stable, OSHA-compliant work surface with guardrails, non-slip treads, and engineered structural integrity rated for your specific load requirements.
Unlike scaffolding, modular work access platforms require no setup or teardown time between uses — workers access the elevated work area immediately and safely every time. For facilities with ongoing maintenance requirements at height, a permanent access platform reduces long-term costs, eliminates recurring scaffold rental fees, and dramatically reduces fall risk. Lighthouse Safety has engineered and installed custom access platforms for manufacturing plants, food and beverage facilities, aviation hangars, chemical processing facilities, and educational campuses nationwide since 1993.
- Custom-engineered to your exact dimensions
- Aluminum or galvanized steel construction
- Slip-resistant BS 4592-certified treads
- Modular — fast assembly, easy reconfiguration
- Eliminates scaffold rental and setup costs
- Meets OSHA 1910.23 & 1910.29 standards
- CAD drawings included with every proposal
- Installed nationwide since 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions about Access Platforms
Find quick answers to the most common questions about features, compliance, installation, and customization.
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- What is a modular access platform?
A modular access platform is a custom-engineered, prefabricated elevated work surface designed to provide safe, OSHA-compliant access to machinery, equipment, rooftop systems, or other elevated areas. Unlike scaffolding, modular access platforms are permanent installations built to your facility’s specific dimensions and load requirements, with guardrails, slip-resistant treads, and integrated stair access.
- What industries use work access platforms?
Access platforms are used across a wide range of industries including manufacturing, food and beverage processing, aviation and aerospace maintenance, chemical processing, warehousing, healthcare, education, and military and municipal facilities. Any environment where workers need repeated, safe access to elevated equipment or areas benefits from a permanent engineered access platform.
- What is the maximum height for a work access platform?
Standard static work access platforms are recommended up to a maximum height of 10 feet. For taller applications or multi-level access systems, Lighthouse Safety’s engineers design custom solutions tailored to your specific height and load requirements. Contact our team to discuss your project.
- Are mobile work platforms available?
Yes. Lighthouse Safety offers custom-designed mobile work platforms for applications requiring portability — ideal for facilities where access points change or for maintenance teams that move between multiple work areas. Mobile platforms include locking casters and OSHA-compliant guardrails.
- Do access platforms need to meet OSHA standards?
Yes. Work access platforms used in general industry must comply with OSHA 1910.23 (ladders and stairways), OSHA 1910.25 (stairways), and OSHA 1910.29 (fall protection systems). All Lighthouse Safety access platforms are engineered to meet or exceed these standards and are backed by PE-stamped drawings.
- How long does it take to install a modular access platform?
Installation time depends on the size and complexity of the platform. Modular construction significantly reduces on-site assembly time compared to custom-fabricated systems — many standard platforms can be assembled by a two-person crew in a single day. Lighthouse Safety provides professional installation nationwide and coordinates directly with your facility team to minimize operational disruption.
- Can access platforms be reconfigured after installation?
Yes. One of the key advantages of Lighthouse Safety’s modular access platform systems is their flexibility. If your operational needs change, the platform can be reengineered, expanded, or reconfigured without replacing the entire system — protecting your long-term investment.
