Freestanding mast-climbing work platform remains stable during fall arrest, if properly used
The mast climber, pictured above, remained stable and upright in different test scenarios when used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Photo from NIOSH.
If you have seen a construction site recently, you may have noticed workers standing on elevated equipment that resembles scaffolding, except with only one platform level for workers. With its ship-like mast, this equipment is aptly called a mast-climbing work platform, or mast climber for short.