Specialist Access solutions provided by P.C.Richardson & Co. Ltd
From using steeplejacks and rope access techniques, we provide a diverse range of specialist access solutions for structures, including:
For many years, specialist access has been used to access difficult to reach locations without the use of MEWPs and cranes and is considered a more cost-effective method of access. Our methods of using steeplejacks and rope access techniques have notably been very successful due to thorough training and strict work guidelines in accordance with IRATA, allowing us to continuously deliver an unrivalled safe working record. Within our core team, we have Level 3 supervisors, who are industry experts in all aspects of rigging and rescue from height.
We also provide suspended cradles which comprise of two electric hoists connected to each end of an aluminium cradle; each hoist is connected to two suspension wires with one acting as a fail safe wire in case the main wires fail. All suspension wires are hung from a weight tested roof beam or moveable gantry. Before use each cradle is weight tested and logged into a site lifting log. On completion of the installation the cradle is weight tested and inspected by a third party lifting house.
Bespoke access systems are designed by our engineers and independent designs checked by third parties. Access solutions include aluminium work platforms suspended from traversing beams built into the platform and hung from the structure and temporary works, suspended cradles hung from moveable gantries.
Other access techniques include abseiling and boson’s chair operatives. We also employ from within the company riggers, slingers, steeplejacks, IRATA technicians, confined space and appointed persons.
Our access technicians are trained in line with IRATA and ATLAS standards.
