Understanding Australian Mine-Site Safety Standards for Access Platforms

Written By Jaimee Walsh

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.

Jaimee Walsh
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