Aluminum Generator Access Platform Table of Contents Generator Platform OSHA-Compliant Dimensions Call (513) 889-2492 ORDER NOW Tracy Mikulec Tracy Mikulec, a seasoned leader in the digital marketing realm, currently serves as the Director of Digital at SixAxis, a pioneering manufacturer of industrial and commercial safety products from renowned brands like SafeRack, ErectaStep, and Upside. With a career spanning over three decades, Tracy has been at the forefront of digital innovation, ecommerce, and technology strategy. Since January 2015, Tracy has been instrumental in shaping the digital landscape at SixAxis, LLC, based in Andrews, South Carolina. His role involves leading digital strategies and overseeing technological advancements for SixAxis and its diverse portfolio of brands. Jan 16, 2018 Estimated reading time: 2 minutes A generator access platform and the steps are important for providing safe, compliant access to the employees who provide maintenance to generators. Platforms and steps typically comply with walking-working surfaces and OSHA regulations for fixed stairways which means that there are several regulations for tread depth, tread width, riser height, platform size, guardrail height, and more. A generator access platform requires a guardrail system if the platform is more than 4′ above the ground or lower level. Still, for optimal safety, many employers choose a guardrail system regardless of the platform height. The guardrail system consists of top rails and midrails (or some other intermediate object between the top rail and platform). The top edge of the top rails must be between 39″ and 45″ above the walking surface, while the midrail must be installed at the midpoint between the walking surface and the top edge of the top rail. Stairs for generator access Platform run and generator access stairs Steps leading to generator Generator Platform installation for Northwood Ravin in Tampa, FL Generator Platform OSHA-Compliant Dimensions Typical OSHA-compliant dimensions for generator steps: 6.5″ riser height 11″ tread depth 38″ tread width 38″ clearance between handrails 36″ handrail height Read the OSHA regulations for fixed stairways to view all generator access step regulations. Upside Innovations worked on a project involving two generators that required OSHA-compliant access consisting of platforms and steps. The end-user wanted the two generators to be connected by the platform so that maintenance personnel wouldn’t have to go up and down each generator’s set of steps. Upside designed a custom solution so that employees could access both generators via a continuous platform. Get a Quote Tools & Resources Stair and Walk Surface Glossary of Terms Read More » December 1, 2022 NewsStairsTools & Resources How a Catwalk Walkways Can Improve Workflow in Your Facility Read More » June 28, 2024
