Safety First
Sydney’s construction industry attracts people who are proud to have no fear of heights. However, just because you can carry a sheet of half-inch OSB up a ladder that would make a regular mortal’s knees turn to water doesn’t mean you should. According to Safe Work Australia’s report on the subject, “the Construction industry accounted for 37% of falls-related fatalities and recorded a fatality rate four times the overall rate.”
The Working At Height Association adds that falls from height (primarily ladders and roofs) are a leading cause of accidental death among workers, second only to vehicle collisions. Against this grim backdrop, the need for increased safety on construction sites becomes very clear.
Scissor Lifts for Efficiency
Extension ladders are inherently unstable, and it is time-consuming and labor-intensive for workers to climb them, especially when carrying materials. Scaffolds are even slower and more labor-intensive. With today’s tight timelines and high labor costs, it makes sense to look for a solution that reduces wasted time, saves money, and achieves a higher level of safety. For the vast majority of elevated tasks on conventional buildings, a scissor lift is the ideal tool for the job.
Because a scissor lift‘s platform extends directly up from the base, it fits neatly into tight quarters, and minimizes the inconvenience to customers who are using their property while you work on it (such as during a renovation).
Choosing A Scissor Lift
Since a scissor lift can rapidly move up and down, as well as from side to side, it is the perfect choice for common tasks such as sheathing, siding, painting, and window or gutter installation. These cumbersome chores can be accomplished with a dramatic savings of time and a tremendous increase in safety by using a scissor lift.
There is really only one brand that is synonymous with scissor lifts: JLG. Since 1969, when John L. Grove invented the first scissor lift, JLG has been the first and the best in the field. Today, JLG offers a variety of scissor lifts: electric ones that offer double the battery life of hydraulic drive machines; or engine-powered models that can easily traverse unfinished sites and rough terrain.
Why Scissor Lift Rental?
With over a dozen models to choose from, purchasing a scissor lift is a big commitment. What’s right for one job might not be the best suited for another. There’s also the substantial cost of financing, maintenance and storage to consider. For this reason, scissor lift rental from a reputable company such as Power Access is the best approach. Not only does Power Access offer multiple options so that you can hire the right lift for each job, they ensure that every machine is properly serviced, and can even provide training for your personnel. Quick delivery to your job site means your workers stay busy, and your clients stay happy. Best of all, you only pay for the machine when you need to use it!
So, for a safer, more efficient worksite, remember JLG. And for scissor lift rental Sydney, remember Power Access!