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Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

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Hello.

I'm trying to determine if there is an O.S.H.A. requirement pertaining to minimum square footage of a "permanent elevated maintenance platform". It is adequately handrailed (3'-6" Abv. Grtg.), has a caged ladder access, and an owner specified safety gate at the upper access point.
I'm faced with a situation that requires a permanent structure with a minimal area (due to limited space available) where two workers can perform maintenance on an electronic transmitting device located approx. 10 feet Abv. Fin. Flr..

Is there, per OSHA or BOCA, a minimum amount of space required on this platform that will facilitate two workers simultaneouly.

Thank you in advance for any assistance with this question.
(I also posted this inquirey in the "OSHA Regs. Forum)

TBell

RE: Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

By the lack of responses, I assume no one knows of any such requirement.  I don't.

There is a minimum size for ladder rest platforms (24"x30", as I recall).

RE: Minumum Space Required on Perm. Elevated Maintenance Platform

Tbell47,

I have designed many service and access platforms and do not recall a specific instance where OSHA, the local bldg code or ASCE-7 controlled the square footage.

With that said, be aware that if your technicians are servicing an electrical panel (or device) there are specific clearances in and around the component.  You will need to check these.

Valves and mech devices also have minimum access and service requirements.

You will also need to know the type of tools the service persons will require, these may take up platform space.

(and, OSHA does have minmum sizes for access ladders and stair cases)

Check out

http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/fallprotection/standards....

JJF

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