Rooftop Access Stair Installation
Categories: Roof Stairs and Access Stairs & Work Platforms Industrial Warehouse & Distribution Centers ErectaStep Facility
Before contacting us, this customer had to climb sketchy ladders every time they needed to reach the roof. SafeRack’s rooftop access stair installation using ErectaStep’s modular design allows for safe, stable access to the roof for maintenance and work on rooftop equipment.
Clear access to the roof can be seen as an afterthought or a low-priority piece of infrastructure. However, this neglect can lead to lengthy delays, unsafe conditions, and wasted resources. SafeRack’s rooftop access stair installation using an ErectaStep modular rooftop access stair tower delivers reliable access without compromising the roof or disrupting operations.
The Importance of Stable Rooftop Access
Having stable access to high levels is central to protecting your workers. Slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common workplace injuries and are the third-leading fatal workplace event. Every year, companies lose 99 million production days and $70 billion in medical costs across all industries. In fiscal year 2023-2024, falls to lower levels were responsible for 119,190 nonfatal injuries resulting in days away, reduced, or transferred (DAFW), with 87,880 accounting for days away from work (DAFW). The median number of DART days was 27, and the average number of days away from work was 20. Providing safe means of egress saves lives, time, and money.
SafeRack’s rooftop access stair installations provide OSHA-compliant fall protection. Our equipment is configured to create a direct, stable route from ground level to the roof, replacing rickety ladders. The bolt-together aluminum components can be assembled rapidly without the need for on-site welding, hot work permits, or long crane picks typical of traditional fabricated stair towers.
SafeRack’s Modular Rooftop Access Stair Towers Can Adapt to Any Environment
One concern for those looking to upgrade their facility is that any additional equipment may require an overhaul of the current layout. SafeRack’s modular rooftop access stair towers are built using ErectaStep’s pre-engineered components, comprised of platforms, towers, stairs, ladders, and handrails. Our stair systems can be assembled without cutting into membranes or structural decks. It can be made to fit your current worksite’s dimensions. SafeRack’s rooftop access systems can adapt to parapets, multi-level roofs, and rooftop equipment zones. If you later wish to add equipment, ErectaStep’s gear can be redesigned to facilitate additional systems.
SafeRack: Your Turnkey Safety Partner
SafeRack does more than supply parts. We are a turnkey operation that can partner with you for every stage of the process. Some of the ways our safety experts can improve your facility include:
- On-Site Assessment: One of our Regional Area Managers (RAMs) can conduct an on-site assessment of your operation to identify safety and efficiency failings.
- Custom Design: We can discuss options with you and review your work site to deliver a roof access solution customized for your situation. This not only includes providing Erectastep equipment, but also discussing alternative options that best match your operation.
- Safety Training: SafeRack can conduct safety training for your team so they can use stairs or any other safety system properly.
- Ongoing Maintenance: After the installation, we can conduct safety assessments to ensure that your fall protection remains functioning.
If you are planning a new rooftop access stair installation or upgrading from ladders and scaffold towers, contact us today to connect with a SafeRack safety expert who can develop a safety plan that matches your budget and workflow.