Work platform for roof construction work

Abstract

A method of performing roof construction work on a roof with inclined rafters using a work platform which includes a structural frame (10), an upper work surface (15) having multiple removable sections (16) mounted by the frame on which a worker can move about on the platform. A safety barrier (20) extends around the periphery of the upper work surface. Mounting feet (30) secured to the frame are located at predetermined positions enabling the feet to rest on the rafters and releasable fastening means (31, 41) are associated with the feet to secure the platform in position for work on the roof structure. The mounting feet (30) include abutment feet (40) which rest on the rafters of the roof structure and which are clamped to the rafters. At least one mounting foot (30) comprises a fixable mounting foot (31) which can be releasably fastened to the roof structure to prevent lifting movement, longitudinal sliding movement, and lateral displacement of the work platform relative to the associated rafter. The method involves lifting the platform as a unit and securing it to the roof parallel to the rafters enabling work on the roof below the upper work surface. Roof materials can be slung below the frame for their removal from the roof and for lifting of new materials into position.

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