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By law, The Workplace Regulations 1992 addressing health, safety and welfare makes all employers responsible for the safety of their workplace and employees. That means all employers have a duty to implement and maintain warehouse safety measurements, from the building itself to workplace procedures. Unfortunately, in a busy warehouse, it can be ...

We often speak about how our various types of vehicle ramps are used by car enthusiasts all over the country to transport, store and showcase their prized cars. Many of these are obviously sleek sports cars, from vintage classic to pricey modern-day models, but super-fast sports vehicles aren’t the only ones that are prized amongst car and ...

For many years coach and bus accessibility has been a concern for the countless wheelchair users and other disabled people who rely on public transport to get around. An essential part of independence, it's vital that all public transport is accessible to everyone. Fortunately, the government is looking at ways to improve coach and bus ...

If your dog already suffers from a joint condition or is more at risk of hereditary issues then you’ll probably already know the risks involved in jumping and unnecessary strain and the benefits a dog ramp can have by preventing these issues. Unfortunately, not everyone understands the risks involved. A recent study looks to change this by ...

Today’s anti-fatigue mats use innovative material and construction to solve a wide range of problems in the workplace and suit a variety of environments, but the vast selection available can make it difficult when choosing anti-fatigue mats. Fortunately, all the Notrax mats we stock have handy icons to tell you everything you need to know about ...

There are many ground conditions that make working or even simply walking difficult and even dangerous. Heavy foot traffic at events can quickly churn up grassy land, especially when wet and muddy, and heavy vehicles can struggle through many ground conditions. Even where the area is tarmac or concrete and poses little danger, industrial machinery ...

Every business has battled with the costs and problems caused by accidents and absences, but many don’t or simply know how to tackle these issues. Some may not even be aware of the full impact injury and absences are having on their workforce and, subsequently, their business. If you’re not sure what anti-fatigue mats are, or you’ve only just ...

While we continue to work hard to make the world more accessible for everyone, we’ve recently worked extra hard to expand our ambitions and make the entire world safer for everyone as well. As part of our safety crusade, we’re pleased to introduce a new product range to The Ramp People: New NoTrax anti-fatigue mats. What are anti-fatigue mats ...

How much do you really know about accessibility in the UK? While many of us may be aware that the country falls short in many areas when addressing accessibility, most don’t know the actual impact this has on our disabled population. Accessibility falls short because many of us, from the government to the general population, simply lack the ...

Despite the recent snow suggesting otherwise, we are rapidly approaching spring. The clocks go forward this weekend and will officially signify British summer time and the spring equinox, which means many of us will be looking forward to getting out of the house. Unfortunately, not everyone will be as excited. For the millions in the UK living with ...

Accessibility should be and is slowly becoming a concern all over the world, but cities have often been behind the times. Despite the idea of smart cities rising in popularity and many urban areas embracing technology to improve everything from user experience to safety, accessibility hasn’t had the same attention as these ‘glamorous’ ...

Making the world more accessible and generally safer for everyone is a big challenge, but one we continue to take on with new products and improvements introduced all the time. With our wheelchair ramps handling everyday accessibility and traffic calming equipment helping to make the roads safer, we decided to take on warehouse workplace safety ...

Whether it’s a temporary Christmas market or planning everyday routes, accessibility around the UK has steadily gained awareness over the years. Today it is a key concern for many people, from the government and local councils to public transport providers. Unfortunately, while the introduction of new laws and legislation such as The Equality Act ...

We at The Ramp People are always looking to take feedback from our customers and turn it into new ideas or simple upgrades to existing products. Such is the case with our new Heavy Duty Truck Ramp with a capacity of up to 2000kg. Following many enquiries for a ramp that can be used to load heavy floor cleaning machines or flight cases loaded with ...

While anyone can read the 2,383 five-star reviews from our customers on Trust Pilot, not everyone knows how we earn our Excellent rating. Behind the scenes, we work hard to continually improve our customer service, from reliable quality products to after sale support. Being members of the BHTA means we adhere to a strict code of practice and helps ...

Christmas may be over but the cold weather probably isn’t. January and February are both notoriously cold months in the UK with rain, ice and even snow making outside conditions treacherous. For wheelchair users and others with mobility concerns, this type of weather is even more of a problem. While ramps are a great idea if you’re looking to ...

While many of our wheelchair ramps are perfect for temporary use and occasional access, often there is a need for a more permanent access solution. This is where our custom ramp service comes in. We can offer Part M ramps that are fully compliant with UK building regulations for disabled access. Just like our modular ramps, your custom solution ...

We love innovative products. Our favourite ones are the products that use the latest technology and materials to answer everyday accessibility problems. With increasing awareness for disability and mobility concerns, technology is finally starting to answer some of the key problems faced by people living with a disability. Because we love ...