Executive Technical Comparison Matrix
| Target Ceiling / Work Point | Required Standing / Platform Height | Recommended Equipment Class |
|---|---|---|
| 2.60 m – 3.50 m | 0.60 m – 1.50 m | Step Ladder (SPEV-B / SP8) or Folding Hop-Up |
| 3.80 m – 5.20 m | 1.80 m – 3.20 m | Warehouse Platform (SPP-EN) or Room Scaffold (SPMT) |
| 5.50 m – 8.50 m | 3.50 m – 6.50 m | EN 1004 Mobile Tower (SPTL / SPUL) or 3x Ladder |
| 9.00 m – 13.60 m | 7.00 m – 11.60 m | Wide-Frame EN 1004 Tower with Outriggers |
1. The Universal +2.00 Metre Ergonomic Reach Rule
Across EN 131 and EN 1004 catalogues, Safe Working Height equals the highest permitted standing rung or deck height plus 2.00 m overhead hand reach — while Total Tower Height equals Platform Height plus ~1.0–1.2 m guardrail height.
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