Falls from height continue to be the most common cause of fatal accidents in the workplace in the UK. Although HSE data shows that the rate of fatal accidents at work has followed a downward trend over the years, it has also plateaued more recently.
If you have a job that requires you to work at height, especially in indoor environments where ladders are often the first choice due to restricted space, you may be wondering what you can do to reduce the chances of having an accident or suffering an injury.
Enter the Genie platform.
What is a Genie platform?
A Genie platform is an aerial work platform that is designed to be an affordable and easy-to-use alternative to ladders and scaffolding.
The options in the Genie range – the AWP-20S, AWP-25S, AWP-30S, AWP-36S and AWP-40S – have been specifically designed for interior use. This means they allow for the fact that you are often working in tight spaces.
Where can you use a Genie platform?
You can use a Genie platform in any interior environment where you need to work above head height.
This could be in a warehouse where you want to access the ceiling to carry out maintenance, in which case the AWP-40S which provides the greatest elevation is the one to choose.
Or it might be in a theatre where you are involved in setting up the rigging and set for a show, and therefore need to access gantries high above the stage.
Because all the models in the Genie platform range are portable and can easily fit through standard doorways, there are few indoor environments where they aren’t suitable.
Why is a Genie platform safer than a ladder?
Unlike a ladder, the Genie platforms provide a lift platform with guardrails on every side to help prevent falls.
What’s more, the base of the Genie platforms is designed with stability in mind, so once you have activated the lift to reach your required height, you can rest assured that the base will hold.
