Mining is one of Australia’s most heavily regulated industries and for good reason.
Here are the key standards that apply to access platforms.
1. AS 1657: Fixed Platforms, Walkways & Ladders
This covers:
Guardrails
Load ratings
Step heights
Slip resistance
Platform design criteria
Ricbuilt platforms exceed all AS 1657 requirements.
2. Site-Specific Mine Safety Requirements
Each mine site has its own rules around:
Coatings
Colour coding
Signage
Rail spacing
Ricbuilt adapts platforms to meet individual site guidelines.
3. WHS Regulations
Platforms must support:
Safe access
Fall prevention
Tool storage
Stable working surfaces
Compliance protects workers, prevents fines, and ensures operational approval.
View our range of Access Platforms manufactured to exceed mining safety standards.
