Workplace and Health & Safety

Stair nosing refers to the rounded, bevelled or squared end of the step. Stair treads are the flat area of the step which you place your foot onto.  In schools, railway stations, public buildings, factories and offshore, anti-slip stair treads and anti-slip nosing are commonly installed as a way to reduce the risk for slips and ...

Directional Flow PlatesDirectional flow plate ramps are designed to slow vehicles and encourage the flow of one-way traffic. Commonly used in car parks, private residential areas and industrial estates, they discourage drivers from exiting or reversing through an entrance. Directional flow plate ramps retract below ground level when a vehicle is ...

Manual handling is an important part of daily life for many in the workforce however it is widely recognise to come with risks which can lead to temporary or permanent injury to the employee and, in turn can lead to the risk of liability claims to the business. It is important for companies to take the risks around manual handling seriously and ...

We are pleased to announce that we have increased our range of all weather wheelchair ramps to provide more length options. Our wheelchair ramp with handrails are now available in 4ft, 5ft and 10ft as well as the usual 6ft and 8ft options that were already available. These Wheelchair Ramp with Rails are part of our all weather range and can be left ...

Disability Pride Month originated in America - it is a way to celebrate the diversity in the disabled and LGBTQ+ community. It also helps bring attention to ways we can support these communities in all areas of life. The month-long celebration is now celebrated in multiple countries all over the world. In particular, Disability Pride month has been ...

At The Ramp People we offer a range of Speed Bumps, including 5mph and 10mph solutions designed to slow down traffic. These traffic calming tools and are often used within car parks, private roads and industrial estates. Below we have answered some of your key questions. Firstly it is of course essential to check you are allowed to install the ...

With such a wide range of disabilities, one solution doesn't fit all. Creating a Disabled Friendly Workplace can seem daunting with so many factors to consider and the legal implications if you get it wrong. If you are making changes for a specific person, for example, a new employee, we recommend undertaking a risk assessment and discussing their ...

Floor mats to reinforce social distancing regulations Our COVID-19 social distancing floor mat is a high-quality multi-functional dust control mat that is densely tufted with an open frieze tuft for true depth of colour and a trackless surface to ensure a high water absorption capacity and dirt removal. This is a highly effective industrial ...

Due to the current outbreak of COVID-19 we have seen our Expandable Barriers selling out. They are great way to section off areas of shops and workplaces to allow essential deep cleaning to occur. In addition they can be used to maintain safe distances between people at work. Easy to set up & use, our barriers are; Lightweight Portable ...

Loading heavy goods up heights and into vans can be a challenging task, especially for heavier or awkward sized items. Our Viper Aluminium Loading Ramps are perfect for the task, available in capacities up to 2000kg. Viper Economy Heavy Duty Van Ramps Available in 750mm or 920mm wide, and in lengths up to 2700mm, the Viper Economy Heavy Duty ...