How to Choose the Right Access Platform for Your Machinery
Choosing the correct access platform isn’t just a safety decision—it affects productivity, compliance, and maintenance efficiency. With so many machinery types and site requirements, knowing what to look for is essential.
Here’s Ricbuilt’s expert guide to selecting the right access platform for your fleet.
1. Start by Understanding the Machinery
Different machines require different access points.
Common examples:
CAT 785/789/793 trucks: rear cab access, chassis handrails
Dozers: blade, cab, or fuel tank access
Loaders & graders: elevated service points
Identify height, angles, and maintenance zones first.
2. Assess the Work Tasks
Each task needs specific access:
Daily service checks
Fueling
Component removal
Electrical inspections
Ricbuilt designs platforms that match real operational needs—not guesswork.
3. Consider Mobility Requirements
Do you need:
Your workflow determines the structure.
4. Prioritise Safety Features
Look for:
Anti-slip flooring
Guardrails
Handrails
High-visibility markings
Correct load rating
Ricbuilt platforms exceed Australian mine-site safety standards.
5. Decide Between Standard or Custom Builds
Off-the-shelf solutions work for some fleets.
But many sites benefit more from:
Custom height solutions
Multi-machine compatibility
Site-specific design requirements
Ricbuilt specialises in providing both.
The right access platform improves safety, speeds up maintenance, and protects your team. Ricbuilt can help you choose or design the perfect solution.