Solution Summary: Portable Lift Platforms
Risks Addressed:
Falls can cause multiple MSDs or even death. Fractures are the most common injury associated with falls, followed by strains, sprains, and abrasions. Furthermore, falls are the leading cause of death in construction, accounting for 264 of the 774 (34%) total fatalities in 2010 (OSHA, 2012). A portable lift platform can reduce the risk of falls by providing 360° of railings and a clip in site for a fall arrest harnesses.
Overhead activities can cause MSDs to the shoulder, neck and back. Shoulder tendonitis or shoulder impingement syndrome is inflammation of the rotator cuff, muscles that help keep the shoulder stable. Work with the arms at or above shoulder height and cause this MSD. Tension neck syndrome occurs when the upper back and neck muscles are contracted for long durations causing tightness. Leaning forward with weight or lifting overhead can also stress the low back. A portable lift platform, adjusted to an appropriate height, may reduce overhead activities and the resulting MSDs.
How Risks are Reduced:
A portable lift platform can reduce the risk of falls because of 360° of railings and a clip in for a fall arrest harness. In addition, there is a larger surface to stand on when compared to a ladder, reducing the chance of a misstep.
A portable lift platform can reduce overhead work because the platform can be elevated so the work is at body-height.
Availability
JLG FS60 and FS80
To obtain information, visit http://www.liftpod.com
or contact 1-877-554-5438
ReechCraft PowerLift
To obtain information, visit http://www.reechcraft.com/PowerLift
or contact 1-888-600-6160
Fall Protection Equipment
Fall protection equipment for residential construction classified by the type of equipment and the phase of construction can be found on this Washington University website.
http://www.ot.wustl.edu/fptech/homepage.htm