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System Design & Layout
Designing effective height safety, confined space or rescue systems requires careful consideration of the structure, access requirements, working environment and the specific needs of each application.
Our team are highly experienced in designing an effective solution that will meet the needs and requirements of your business.
NZ Access works closely with architects and project coordinators to assess each design criteria for the specific project and structure.
Once the system has been designed we can provide proposals, detailing system layout plans, CAD drawings and producer statements from building consent lodgements to onsite construction reviews and installation costings.
Looking for system design options for your project? Talk to the NZ Access team on 0800 083 348 or get in touch via our contact page.
- Complete access and maintenance risk assessment — reviewing the structure, access points, working areas, maintenance requirements and potential fall hazards.
- Preliminary system concepts and layout drawings — developing practical system layouts based on the building, structure and intended use.
- Detailed design and supporting documentation — including system specifications, equipment requirements, anchor locations, CAD drawings and other documentation required for the project.
- Consent and project pricing — providing costings from initial design and consent applications through to equipment supply and installation.
- Equipment selection and supply — specifying and supplying the appropriate height safety equipment and components for the approved system.
- On-site installation — installation of the system in accordance with the approved design and manufacturer requirements.
- Final inspection and certification — completing the final inspection and providing the relevant certification and documentation for the completed system.
- Ongoing inspection and compliance support — helping ensure installed systems remain suitable, maintained and ready for use through ongoing inspection and certification.
Effective height safety, confined space and rescue system design needs to consider a range of factors, including the frequency and method of access, the work environment, the structure and the requirements for worker protection, retrieval and rescue. This can include applications such as:
Horizontal and inclined fall arrest, vertical fall arrest, work in suspension, roof access, façade access, building access, solar panel access, tower access, bridge access, loading docks and platforms, gangways, truck and aircraft servicing areas, reservoirs, wind towers, silos and confined spaces.
Design also needs to consider operator capability, ease of use, system configuration, access and egress, anchorage, equipment compatibility and emergency retrieval requirements — with the overall system designed to be practical, compliant and fit for purpose.
Considering height safety, confined space and rescue systems early in the design process can help avoid costly changes, installation issues and access problems later in a project.
When designing and specifying systems, NZ Access can support architects, designers, engineers, project managers and asset owners through the relevant stages of a project. This can include height safety, fall protection, confined space access, retrieval and rescue requirements, along with the equipment, system layouts, drawings and supporting documentation required.
Roof access and safety systems are often considered late in the building process, sometimes after construction has already commenced or when the project is approaching completion. Early consideration allows system requirements to be incorporated into the building design from the outset, rather than having to find solutions around an existing structure.
NZ Access aims to bridge the gap between building design and the practical requirements of safe access and maintenance. By working with us early in the design process, architects, designers and building owners can have greater confidence that the requirements for safe working at heights, access, maintenance and rescue have been properly considered as part of the overall project.
Our role is to provide the specialist knowledge, practical advice and supporting documentation needed to help meet the responsibilities associated with providing safe access and working environments.
Working with a specialist means you don't need to be an expert in the technical requirements of height safety, confined space or rescue system design. We bring the specialist knowledge and practical experience needed to help develop a solution that works with the building, the intended use and the requirements of the people who will ultimately use the system.
