A working platform 18 with guard rails 19, 20, the platform positioned around the cargo area (A) of a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) where the outer edge of the cargo area is utilised as one secure stable support side for the platform to rest on 6 and be securely anchored to, while the outer edge of the platform distant from the cargo area is held by vertical telescopic supports 4 capable of adjustment on a vertical upright 1. The height of the platform and guard rails can be changed by moving the vertical telescopic supports. The platform support 5, 6, is preferably flexibly tethered to the cargo area where it is resting. Ladders or steps can be used to access and egress the platform. The platform area may be created by a plurality of smaller platforms resting on the support structure. The platform is used for unloading and loading of an HGV with the guard barrier providing a safety measure against falling.
Fall from heights prevention system
2018-04-18
Patent
Electronic Resource
English
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