Rev. 12/16/2021
PWPS MANUAL
Copyright 2021 Vestil Manufacturing Co.
Page 10 of 11
INSTALLATION
Only install the platform system on concrete
or other improved surface capable of
supporting the weight of the system plus a full
capacity load. Anchor the platform system to
the ground/floor after it is assembled. Each leg
includes a bolt hole through its foot for
5
/
8
”
anchor bolts (diameter).
Each foot of a stairway leg has 2 holes for
3
/
8
”
anchor bolts. The necessary length of anchoring
hardware should be determined by your
building engineer.
RECORD OF SATISFACTORY CONDITION
Thoroughly inspect the platform system after installing it and before putting it into service. Record the
condition and appearance of each of the components: platform, legs, stairs and stair rails, handrails and
handrail brackets, and all fasteners (bolts, nuts, washers, etc.). Thoroughly photograph the unit from multiple
angles. Include close range photographs of the stairway feet and leg feet, all labeling applied to the
components, and all fastened connections. Add the photographs to the record. Collect all photographs and
writings in a single file. This file is a record of the platform system in satisfactory condition. Compare the results of
all
to this RECORD to determine whether the system is in satisfactory condition. Do not use the
platform system unless it is in satisfactory condition. Purely cosmetic changes, like damaged paint or
powdercoat, are not changes from satisfactory condition. However, touchup paint should be applied as soon as
damage occurs.
INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE
All inspections and repairs should be performed by qualified persons. Compare the results of each
. Do not use the platform system unless it is in
satisfactory condition.
DON’T GUESS!
If you have any questions about the condition of your system, contact
department.
The phone number is provided on the cover page of this manual.
Never make temporary repairs of damaged or missing parts
. Only use manufacturer-approved
replacement parts to restore the system to satisfactory condition.
Inspect the following at least once per month:
1.
Legs
: Examine each leg for bends, breaks, cracks, cracked welds, or severe rusting or corrosion. Legs
should be square and rigid.
2.
Handrails
: Inspect each section of handrail as well as the corresponding handrail brackets. Confirm that
all welds are intact and in satisfactory condition. Handrails should not be bent, dented, etc. All brackets
must be securely fastened to the platform. Check each bracket for bends, breaks, and warps. Replace
all damaged brackets.
3.
Stairways, stair rails, and stairway feet
: Examine the stairways. Inspect each rung for bends, twists, and
breaks. Inspect welds between rungs and side rails. Closely examine the stair rails and couplers. Make
sure that all stair rail tubes are straight and undamaged—no bends, breaks, punctures, etc. Couplers
should be firmly connected to the stair rails. Examine the stairway feet. Confirm that anchor bolts are
solidly fastened to the ground. Check the base of each foot for corrosion and/or rusting. Make sure that
stairway posts are solidly retained inside the stairway feet. Tight the hex bolts if necessary to solidify
connections.
4.
Hardware/Fasteners
: Make sure that all bolts, washers, and nuts are tightly fastened together. Fasteners
must be free of rust and corrosion. Tighten all loose connections. Make sure that bolts holes are not
elongated.
5.
Labels
: Confirm that all labels are in place, easily readable (e.g. not faded), and undamaged. Label
placement on the platform system is shown in the
on p. 7. Replace all labels that are
missing, damaged, or not easily readable from a safe viewing distance.
Clean all surfaces at least once per month. Remove rust with steel wool or a metal bristle brush, clean
the areas to remove rust particles and apply touchup paint to the affected areas.
B: Leg foot detail view
Bolt hole for
5
/
8
” anchor bolt
A: Stairway foot detail view
Bolt hole for
3
/
8
” anchor bolt
