From The Ergoweb® Learning Center

Ease-of-maintenance knowledgebase

Dan MacLeod, CPE, MA, MPH

Access panels

  • importance
  • doors, hinges, and quick releases
  • arms
  • wheels
AccessPanel1 AccessPanel2

Access platforms

  • decks and catwalks
  • permanent step platforms
  •  scaffolding
  • movable platforms
Platform1 Platform2

High work platforms

  • self-propelled scissors lifts
  • arial booms
  • manlifts
High1 High2

Lifting assists

  • arms
  • cradles
  • jacks
Lift1 Lift2

Moving, hauling

  • utility vehicles
  • dolly wheels
  • air casters
  • point-of-use storage

Maintenance shop

  • workbenches
  • adjustable height
  • stools
  • storage

Hand tools

  • common issues
  • useful adaptations

(separate knowledgebase)