safety platforms EASY STAIR User manual

USERGUIDE
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EASY STAIR
• Make your site safer
• No more ladders
• Floor heights 2.65 - 3.05m
• Complies with BSEN 131
• SWL: 200kg
• Only 5 minutes to install

EASY STAIR USER GUIDE
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Introduction
This user guide is designed to ensure your Easy Stair is positioned and used in the appropriate and safest
manner.
Before assembly, please read the whole of this guide, if the system is passed on to another person they
should also receive these instructions.
Easy Stair is designed to provide safe easy access for construction and related operations.
Easy Stair does not comply with building regulations - it is therefore not suitable for public access or a perma-
nent means of access.
Safety
Easy Stair is designed to provide easy, safe access between fl oor to fl oor levels ranging from 2.65m to 3.05m
Do not use Easy Stairs where it appears unsuitable or for other purposes it is not designed for.
Easy Stair has a safe working load of 225kg uniformly distributed - Do not exceed this load.
During use
Inspect the system on a weekly basis for signs of damage.
Ensure the stairs are kept free from a build-up of substances (mud, etc.) which could cause a slip or fall haz-
ard.
Preparation
Ensure you are using the correct PPE equipment.
Inspection
Check that all components are available and are functioning correctly.
System comprises of main stair unit and two guardrail frames
Inspect components prior to use for signs of damage - do not use damaged components.
Note: If in doubt about anything, consult your line manager, safety advisor or Safety Platforms Ltd.
1. Positioning of stair unit
The Stair unit (excluding guardrails) weighs 25kg.
Consideration should be given as to whether one person or two shall carry the unit and lift it into position.
Considerations would include ground conditions and access into the property.
The upper end of the stair unit has an “L” shaped angle which should be seated fully and fi rmly onto the up-
per fl oor level.
2. Floor to Floor heiqht in excess of 2.75m
Where the fl oor to fl oor height is in excess of 2.75m a suitable timber packer to a maximum of 300mm high)
should be positioned under the full width of the bottom tread to ensure the treads are horizontal (front to
back). This timber should be of a suitable thickness to level the treads from front to back and be secured by
two screws through the bottom aluminium tread
3. Securinq the stair unit
Once the stair unit is in position it needs to be secured by means of 2no screws minimum of 4mm (8G) x
45mm chipboard screws through the aluminium angle at the top of the stairs into the fl oor on which it is
rested.
To allow safe access for an operative up the stairs to fi x these screws a second person should foot the stairs
to prevent any horizontal movement
4. Installing guardrails
To allow for safe movement up and down the stairs it is essential that guardrails are positioned to both sides
of the stair unit.
These guardrails prevent a fall from the stairs and also provide a hand hold if required whilst climbing / de-
scending the stairs.

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INSTALLATION
To install the guardrails, hold them at the mid point whilst standing half way up the stairs. Partially
insert the lower vertical post in to the socket fi xed near the base of the stairs. Then position the upper
vertical post in to the socket at the upper end of the stairs.
Repeat this process for guardrails to the opposite side of the stairs.
When guardrails to both sides are positioned tighten the screw fi xing to all four sockets to tighten the
guardrail frames.
5. Inspection
Prior to use stand back and look at the equipment, ensure it is property erected, Is stable and suit-
able for the task.
6. Edge protection
To comply with the work at Height Regulations and to prevent a risk of falls, ensure the fl oor edges of
upper fl oors are suitably guardrailed ;
7. Weekly Inspection
Inspect the stair unit on a weekly basis to ensure the fi xings are secure and for any signs of damage.
Should there be any issues with fi xings or damage, immediately prevent anyone from using the stairs
until the fi xings are replaced or damage repaired.
8. Removal
Dismantle the stair unit in the reverse order of the installation and store in a safe and secure manner
to prevent trips or theft.
See Items 1 & 3
See Item 4
See Item 2
2437mm
2650mm
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3050mm

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WEEKLY CHECK
Items to be checked:
This check list should be used to inspect the stair unit on a weekly basis to ensure the fi xings are
secure and for any signs of damage or any matter giving rise to a risk to the Health & Safety of any
person(s)
1. Have the stairs been erected by operatives who have had a tool box talk on the manufacturers
guidance and this check list?
2. Ensure the stairs are kept free from a build-up of substances (mud, etc.) which could cause a slip
or fall hazard.
3. Are the stairs at the correct angle?
Easy Stair is designed to provide easy, safe access between fl oor to fl oor levels ranging from 2.65m
to 3.05m
4. Where the fl oor to fl oor height is in excess of 2.75m has a suitable timber packer to a maximum
of 300mm high, been positioned under the full width of the bottom tread to ensure the treads are
horizontal? (front to back).
5. The timber should be of a suitable thickness to level the treads from front to back and be secured
by two screws through the bottom aluminum tread
Items to be checked
1. The upper end of the stair unit has an “L” shaped angle which should be seated fully and fi rmly
onto the upper fl oor level.
The stairs must be secured by means of screws through the aluminum angle at the top of the stairs
on which it is rested.
The L shaped angle must be tight to the face of the timber it is fi tted to.
2. To allow for safe movement up and down the stairs are handrails positioned to both sides of the
stair unit.
3. Is the correct screw fi xing to all four sockets being used to tighten the guardrail frames.
4. Are the handrail nuts and bolts fully tightened
5. To comply with the work at Height Regulations and to prevent a risk of falls, are the fl oor edges of
upper fl oors are suitably guard railed