Modular stair systems are noteworthy for how they make the assembly and installation process easy. You can get the parts of your modular stair system built off-site and have everything delivered to your space when ready. No welding is required during the setup. But you’ll need to find OSHA-approved stair systems that are safe for use while remaining stable. REDD Team can prepare new modular stair systems that provide accessibility while meeting OSHA standards.
What Comes In a Stair System?
A modular system is designed to be easy to install and set up. You can adjust the feature in your modular stairs to your liking, including when you need to get stairs up on a surface. The design you use for your stairs should be arranged to that everything is easy to load without struggle.
Modular stair systems will include a few features for your convenience:
- A specific number of stairs for each space
- Top and mid-landing surfaces
- Railings
- Foundation brackets for the bottom stair unit
- Connection sleeves and fastening materials to help connect all items in your system
You can adjust your stairs as necessary, as you can prepare as many stairs as necessary in your setup. But you’ll still need to produce mid-landing surfaces on the ramp, which is why a modular system can come with multiple surfaces for when you’ve got a longer space or one that goes in different directions.
The fastening materials necessary for your stairs are also critical, as they should be easy to add and remove with the proper tools. The work should be safe and easy to manage.
All Items Must Meet OSHA Standards
There are various OSHA standards that your stairs must meet to stay safe:
- The landing surfaces on the top, middle, and bottom parts should be at least 30 inches deep in the direction of where someone will travel.
- The tread on a step should be at least 22 inches wide. The tread is a measure of the step from one wide end to the other.
- The risers in between each step should be 9.5 inches high or shorter.
- The stairs should be positioned at an angle from 30 to 50 degrees. The design is necessary for creating an easy space for climbing.
- Proper rails are also necessary on the sides of the stairs. These rails should be 42 inches high or greater. A bright yellow color is also recommended, as this color is easier to spot in multiple conditions.
Modular stair systems can include all these features, plus they will have fastening materials that ensure you can only get your stairs set up in certain OSHA-friendly conditions. The work involves ensuring there is the proper number of steps on a stairwell and that they aren’t spaced too far from each other. Everything should also be secured with the necessary hardware to provide a stable foundation where everything works well.
You can reach us at REDD Team if you’re looking for a secure modular stair setup for your property. OSHA-approved systems can feature all the modular stair materials you’ll require to create a safe and functional space where people can go up and down. Contact us at REDD Team to learn more about our work. You can also call us at (800) 648-3696 for further details on how we can help.
