Custom Ladder Platform Improves Valve Access at Gulf Coast Petrochemical Facility
At a major Gulf Coast petrochemical complex, routine maintenance required workers to reach a valve at the top of a pump system. Without the right access equipment, this task presented significant fall hazards. The facility needed a way to safely and efficiently perform quarterly valve inspections and adjustments-without compromising safety or disrupting nearby operations.
Challenge: Safe, Repeatable Access in a Confined Industrial Space
The valve was located in a densely packed area filled with piping and critical equipment. Relying on temporary solutions to reach the elevated valve increased fall risk and reduced operational efficiency. The facility needed a stable, OSHA-compliant, and permanent ladder platform to keep workers safe during scheduled maintenance cycles.
Solution: A Custom ErectaStep Ladder Platform
SafeRack provided a custom ErectaStep ladder platform designed for the facility’s unique space constraints. The ladder platform features high-visibility yellow rails, slip-resistant ladder rungs, and a compact footprint to provide secure access without interfering with adjacent infrastructure. The modular design allowed for quick installation and precise positioning, ensuring optimal reach to the valve handle.
This purpose-built ladder platform eliminated the need for makeshift ladders or ad-hoc scaffolding in a high-risk environment, delivering a stable and compliant access solution.
Outcome: Increased Safety and Efficiency
With the new ladder platform in place, technicians can safely perform quarterly maintenance without the hazards and delays previously associated with valve access. The installation enhances compliance with OSHA fall protection requirements, reduces downtime, and improves overall safety culture within the facility.
SafeRack Services for Ladder Platforms
SafeRack’s team conducts on-site safety evaluations to assess each facility’s unique access needs and workflow requirements. Using insights from these evaluations, SafeRack engineers design and configure metal stair and ladder platforms that align with industry regulations and optimize productivity. From concept to installation, SafeRack provides tailored support to ensure every ladder platform meets the highest standards for safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.
