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Scaffolding platform to provide safe access for the installation of a solar energy system at a school in Hampshire

Solar system platform, Bridgemary Avenue, Gosport, PO13
Scaffold for solar energy install, Bedenham school, Gosport
Working platform for roof access, Gosport, Hampshire

Service we supplied: Scaffolding for solar panel installation.

Location: Bedenham school, Bridgemary Avenue, Gosport, PO13.

Customer requirements: A safe working platform was required by a solar panel company for them to install PV panels on sections of a roof at a Gosport primary school. Included in our quotation was a price for a 50m long safe scaffolding structure, plus installation of heras fencing with a 2 week hire period.

Issues that arose: We did not encounter any issues while erecting this structure. We were required to take extra care as this was on a primary school building in the playground, where children could easily access the scaffolding. So, we created a secure perimeter around the scaffold so that the children would be safe and could still play outside whilst the works were ongoing.

What we done: Our scaffolders erected a 50m (164ft) long scaffold however this was not a completely straight run. We were required to create small returns where the building changed its course. The scaffolding was 3.5m high and had 2 lifts, with the second and top lift being fully boarded 5x boards wide to make a spacious working platform. The top working lift was erected to gutter height.

We installed a ladder gate, toe boards and double handrails for fall prevention, across the whole of the structure. We also installed a beam along the left side of the roof for additional fall protection on that side.

Additional information regarding this project.

  • Our team mainly used 16ft tubes as outside standards for the framework and 13ft lengths as inside standards.
  • Roundtop temporary fencing panels, rubber feet and clips were fitted to the perimeter of the scaffolding to cordon off the area so that children could not access the structure.
  • Thirteen panels, 14 rubber blocks and a few dozen clips were used for the temporary fence barrier.

Rental period: We provided a scaffolding hire period of 2 weeks. Solar panel companies tend to have a quick turnaround when installing their equipment. This rental period was plenty long enough for them to undertake their work.

 

What do you get with our scaffolds?

Our service includes the supply, erection and dismantling of our structures plus we also provide the below when you use our company for your scaffolding requirements:

  • Free quotations.
  • Competitive pricing.
  • Easily contactable.
  • 4 weeks rental.
  • Conform to the latest health and safety regulations.
  • High-quality materials used.
  • Double handrails, ladder gates and fall protection as standard.
  • Punctual.
  • Qualified scaffolders.
  • RAMS provided
  • Reliable.
  • 10 million public and employee liability insurance.
  • Our dismantle dates are kept too.
  • We work with domestic and commercial clients.

We believe we are the go-to firm in Hampshire. Our structures are tidy and safe and our customer service is exceptional. Why not see for yourself and chat with one of our estimators, who will be able to advise you on the best type of structure needed for your project.