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Suspended Working Platforms and Marine Access Systems
Safely operate over water and at height with our versatile suspended access solutions.
At BES Group, we specialise in providing Suspended Working Platforms and Marine Access Systems to support with essential structural inspections, maintenance, surveys, and repairs. Our Suspended Working Platforms are tailored to align with your unique project requirements, including operating over water and working at height. We prioritise safety across all environments and ensure our end-to-end infrastructure solutions are conducted responsibly.
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What is a Suspended Working Platform?
A Suspended Working Platform is used to help facilitate access to a structure, so that essential work can be conducted. This is crucial across infrastructure operations such as Structural Investigations, Infrastructure Monitoring, Maintenance and remedial work situated in challenging environments, which may require marine access and mobile platforms for working at height.
Suspending Working Platforms can be applied to:
- Marine and Offshore: Piers, jetties, oil rigs.
- Highways: Bridges, viaducts, towers.
- Railways: Tunnel, shaft system, bridges.
- Industrial: Conveyor systems, storage tanks, warehouses.
- Commercial: Stadiums, shopping centres, heritage sites.
- Energy: Power stations and windfarms.
- High-rise Construction
As infrastructure experts, we’re also proud to provide various methods of Specialist Access Support to support with Suspended Working Platforms and Marine Access Systems, such as Drone Inspections, Confined Space Access and Rope Access.
Suspended Working Platforms at BES Group
Every Suspended Working Platform we install provides a stable and secure work environment for each Infrastructure Investigation. Our suspended access systems are designed to be lightweight, modular, and portable, which not only simplifies transport and storage but also minimises environmental impact.
Deck Access Platforms
Provides a robust and stable platform that consists of modular blocks secured to a wire rope system, using a unique hook and clasp design. This system can be quickly installed, significantly reducing overall access costs and project timelines.
Tensioned Access Platforms
A versatile access solution which features a stable net, which is tensioned. It includes an integrated knot system to provide additional footholds, making it suitable for lightweight, adaptable access.
Containment Platform
This offers a secure, enclosed workspace, essential for protecting personnel from falling objects in environments where work is being carried out at height above them. This system ensures safety, reduces project risks, and complies with stringent safety regulations.
Cradle Access Systems
Suspended cradles are lightweight, highly portable, and designed to enhance productivity while reducing access costs. Cradle access is particularly beneficial for tasks that require extensive tool use and unrestricted movement.
Marine Access Systems at BES Group
We’re proud to provide and specialise in safety access systems across the Marine and Offshore sector. Whether you require a Suspended Working Platform for maintenance, inspection, or construction – we can support you by providing safe and effective access to marine structures that may be difficult to reach due to height and water.
Marine Access Systems are applied to infrastructure located around water, such as:
- Bridges
- Viaducts
- Jetties
- Piers
- Any offshore platforms
For submerged structures, we also provide specialist services for Underwater Infrastructure Inspections.
Our specialist Marine safety access includes:
Pontoon Scaffold Access: Our stable and secure pontoon scaffolding solutions can be used across bridges, jetties, and other over-water structures.
Pontoon Access Work: Our pontoon-mounted Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) provide flexible and safe access solutions for inspection or installation work that require elevation over water.
Spud Barge Access: Our barge spud systems are ideal various types of access work that require a stable, mobile platform. These barges are equipped to support, providing a safe and adaptable base for operations near or on water.
Access Boat Ferrying: Our access boats are available to transport ferry personnel, equipment, and materials to and from work sites on or near water.
Safety Boat Operations: Our safety boats are equipped and staffed to provide rapid response and casualty retrieval services in the event of an emergency.
Benefits of Suspended Working Platforms and Marine Access Systems
Adaptable access
Our expert team are trained across several methods of suspended access, which means we have an array of versatile access methods to safely reach any structure situated within difficult and remote locations.
Marine safety
We understand the danger and complexities of marine environments, which is why our specialist operatives are trained in water rescue and first aid, ensuring that any water incidents are handled efficiently and effectively.
Comprehensive service
With our end-to-end infrastructure solutions, we can incorporate our suspended access expertise across several different services and cover everything from Engineering Consultancy, to inspection and analysis.
Structural integrity
As Suspended Work Platforms provide structural access; this can provide crucial support with inspections and essential work. A closer examination can also help determine if a structure is safe and highlight where maintenance is required.
Adaptable access
Our expert team are trained across several methods of suspended access, which means we have an array of versatile access methods to safely reach any structure situated within difficult and remote locations.
Marine safety
We understand the danger and complexities of marine environments, which is why our specialist operatives are trained in water rescue and first aid, ensuring that any water incidents are handled efficiently and effectively.
Comprehensive service
With our end-to-end infrastructure solutions, we can incorporate our suspended access expertise across several different services and cover everything from Engineering Consultancy, to inspection and analysis.
Structural integrity
As Suspended Work Platforms provide structural access; this can provide crucial support with inspections and essential work. A closer examination can also help determine if a structure is safe and highlight where maintenance is required.
Suspended Work Platform and Marine Access Systems FAQs
What operations can Suspended Work Platforms be applied to?
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The versatility of suspended access systems means that they can be applied to various operations which may involve inspection, maintenance, repairs, and physical work.
- Cradle Access – Provides a convenient method of access for window cleaning high-rise office buildings.
- Tensioned Access Platforms – Walk-on safety nets can be applied to bridges to support with inspection duties.
- Containment Platforms – Keeps engineers safe from potential hazards while working such as maintenance at a power station.
- Deck Platforms – Can be used to provide quick access for teams to conduct repair work on commercial buildings.
Which environments are safety access systems suitable for?
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Safety access systems can be applied to various environments that require specialist access. Depending on the requirements of your infrastructure project, there may be different methods of suspended access platforms applied to a structure. Any structures that are submerged or surrounded by water will also incorporate Marine Access Systems.
For example, safety access platforms can be applied to:
- Construction
How do BES Group ensure Suspended Working Platforms meet safety standards?
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At BES Group, we ensure Suspended Working Platforms meet safety standards by working in line with rigorous safety processes and measures. As Suspended Work Platforms are commonly used across inspection and routine maintenance tasks at height, they must meet strict safety regulations to protect workers and minimise the risk of accidents.
Our specialist teams are trained to the highest standards, including water rescue and first aid to ensure that any water incidents are safely and efficiently handled.
Why are Marine Safety Access systems important?
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Marine Safety Access systems are an important measure to incorporate within infrastructure projects that are submerged or surrounded by water, due to the unique hazards and challenges present in marine locations.
Marine environments can be difficult due to:
- Harsh weather conditions
- Confined spaces
- Moving vessels
During the event of an emergency, it can also be difficult to evacuate without special measures – which is why it’s vital that operatives working within such conditions are highly trained and equipped with the correct tools to mitigate risk and ensure the safety of everyone involved.
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