Updated: 11th July 2025
When working at height, ensuring the safety of personnel is crucial. Falls and trips are among the leading causes of workplace injuries, making proper access solutions essential. At Heightsafe, we specialise in providing innovative solutions that mitigate risks and enhance workplace safety.
Our Step Over Units are expertly designed to allow safe passage over obstacles such as pipework, plant equipment, and changes in roof levels. These structures are essential for maintaining safe and efficient access, reducing the risk of trips and falls in high-risk environments.
Whether working on industrial sites, commercial rooftops, or within large warehouses, our Step Over Units provide a robust and dependable solution that ensures compliance with safety regulations and maintains productivity.
Step Over Units are purpose-built platforms designed to help personnel safely navigate obstructions while working at height. Whether you need access across fragile surfaces, industrial machinery, or ventilation systems, our Step Over Units provide a secure and stable solution.
Designed with both functionality and durability in mind, these units serve as an essential access solution for industries such as construction, manufacturing, facility management, and renewable energy sectors. The units are particularly beneficial in areas where routine maintenance is required, ensuring workers can move around safely without compromising their working environment.
With customisable designs tailored to specific site requirements, our units are an essential safety feature for businesses operating in construction, maintenance, and industrial environments.
At Heightsafe, we take pride in delivering industry-leading Step Over Units with the following features:
Freestanding & Non-Penetrative Design – Our Step Over Units are engineered with wide, non-penetrative feet, ensuring stability without causing damage to roofing structures. This makes them particularly useful for delicate surfaces such as membrane roofing or lightweight metal roofs.
Customisable to Specific Requirements – Each unit can be designed to suit unique site conditions, ensuring optimal safety and accessibility. Heightsafe offers a range of materials, heights, and widths to accommodate different working environments.
Quick & Easy Assembly – Designed for convenience, our units can be assembled efficiently, minimising downtime and disruption to your operations. Components are pre-engineered to fit together seamlessly, reducing installation time and effort.
Flat Packed for Easy Transportation – Lightweight and compact, our Step Over Units are delivered flat-packed, making them easy to transport and install across multiple sites. This also helps reduce shipping costs and storage space requirements.
Durable, Weather-Resistant Construction – Manufactured using high-quality galvanised steel or aluminium, our units withstand harsh environmental conditions, including extreme weather, heavy loads, and continuous use.
Slip-Resistant Treads – Safety is our priority, and our Step Over Units come equipped with anti-slip treads to provide additional grip in wet or icy conditions, preventing accidents before they occur.
At Heightsafe, safety and compliance are at the heart of everything we do. Our Step Over Units are manufactured to meet industry regulations, including the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER).
To maintain safety standards, we recommend that Step Over Units undergo testing and inspection at intervals not exceeding 12 months, depending on usage frequency. Heightsafe also provides Testing and Maintenance Services to ensure ongoing compliance and long-term safety. Our expert technicians conduct comprehensive inspections, checking for any signs of wear, damage, or instability that could compromise safety.
Additionally, our units adhere to BS EN ISO 14122-3 standards, ensuring they meet the latest requirements for working at height and safe access solutions. Investing in regular safety inspections and compliance checks ensures a secure working environment and minimises liability risks.
Enhances workplace safety – Reduces the risk of trips and falls, ensuring personnel safety, which is crucial for reducing workplace accidents and improving overall productivity.
Durable and long-lasting – Manufactured with high-quality materials for long-term reliability, making them a cost-effective investment for businesses of all sizes.
Site-specific solutions – Custom designs tailored to your site’s unique needs, whether for rooftop access, industrial facilities, or construction sites.
Fully compliant with safety regulations – Ensures your workplace remains legally compliant with the latest health and safety legislation.
Cost-effective safety investment – Provides a long-term solution to access hazards at height, helping businesses save money on potential injury claims and legal issues.
Minimal maintenance requirements – Built to last with corrosion-resistant materials, reducing the need for frequent replacements or repairs.
Looking for a Step Over Unit tailored to your site’s requirements? Contact Heightsafe today for expert advice and a bespoke solution.
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