Horizon Platforms Blog

Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) within the food manufacturing industry are regularly needed to complete day-to-day tasks, from carrying out maintenance and repair work to providing safe access to elevated work areas. Whether you need a push-around vertical (PAV), cherry picker, scissor lift or any other suitable MEWP, access platforms have become prominent within the food industry, as health and safety experts highlight the need to work from height safely.

By Rory Duggan, Sales Director

Working at height in the food processing industry comes with additional demands over and above those found in a non-food environment: the risk of contamination is ever-present, inevitable spills of liquids, fats and food products bring increased dangers from slippery surfaces, and the need to operate in a hygienic, germ-free environment at all times is a must.