Temporary Trench Stairway

Temporary Trench Stairway offers a fast, reliable access solution for crossing trenches, embankments, or uneven terrain on active construction sites. Designed for durability and ease of deployment, it provides a safe, walkable path for workers moving in and out of excavation zones. The reinforced stair frame and grippy treads reduce slips, ensuring compliance with site safety standards.

This stair system is lightweight for rapid relocation but remains sturdy under load, allowing it to be reused across multiple projects. Perfect for contractors needing temporary access without permanent ground alteration.

Key Features & Benefits

• Galvanised steel design resists rust, ensuring performance in wet or muddy ground protection scenarios.
• Anti-slip treads enhance worker safety in all weather conditions, reducing on-site injury risks.
• Rapid installation with no heavy plant required—ideal for reactive groundworks and excavation jobs.
• Built-in handrails offer stability and compliance with best site safety practices.
• Compact footprint suits narrow trenches and restricted access routes without compromising safety.

Product Information

This trench stairway bridges the gap between temporary access and safety assurance. By offering a walkable, non-slip incline, it removes the hazard of climbing in and out of excavations or moving over dug ground. With no need for ground anchoring, it preserves site surfaces and is especially suited to short-term or phased groundworks.

Whether part of a utilities excavation team or managing temporary access across landscaped grounds, this unit reduces trip and fall hazards while speeding up crew movement. It can be relocated with minimal downtime, maximising productivity. The stairway also complements ground protection mats or trench covers for full-site protection strategies.

Popular Uses & Applications

Ideal for ground protection projects, utility trench works, infrastructure upgrades, and landscaping operations—any job requiring secure, temporary access across unstable or uneven areas.

On civil engineering and infrastructure sites, where frequent movement across trenches is required, this stairway prevents delays caused by unsafe access. For utilities or telecom teams carrying out ground-level inspections, the portable stair improves access without causing permanent ground disturbance.

In landscaping and rural site management, it helps navigate sloped or muddy terrain where permanent structures are unsuitable. The unit also finds use on festivals or outdoor event setups—especially where uneven ground access is needed quickly and safely.

For contractors dealing with short- to medium-term trench work, it offers both compliance and efficiency—meeting the needs of modern construction access requirements without creating disposal or removal headaches post-project.

HERMEQ stocks a wide range of equipment for Working at Height including Edge Protection Systems, Fall Arrest Systems, and Harnesses & Lanyards conforming to all required safety specifications and regulations.