Horizon Platforms Blog

A late delivery. A flat battery. A no-show. A breakdown halfway up a job. Every business knows access equipment hire failure costs them. But what most do not know is how much. This article provides clear data on what poor MEWP hire is costing businesses across the UK.

Cherry pickers, scissor lifts and other MEWPs are the perfect replacement for steps and ladders due to their focus on health and safety. But with so many different access platforms to choose from, how do you know which one will be best for you when carrying out indoor maintenance? In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of MEWPs that are most suitable for indoor maintenance work and considerations to take into account when choosing your scissors lifts and cherry pickers.

Everyone who works with powered access platforms is likely to be familiar with IPAF training. But what different IPAF training courses are available and how can you make sure you choose the most appropriate one? Horizon Platforms shares expert advice on how to choose the right IPAF training course for your needs. 

Large logistic companies expect workers within their supply chain to prioritise risk management and ensure they are compliant with health and safety regulations - something we pride ourselves on. Read our case study to see how we helped a large logistics company to increase efficiency and offer an improved level of service. 

A commercial fit out, whether it’s a new build, an office refurbishment or a shop fit out demands speciality work-at-height access platforms to meet the requirements of a broad range of tradespeople. In this guide, we explain why a MEWP is essential for commercial fit-out projects and what you should consider before hiring one.

Looking for the perfect cherry picker, or boom lift, for your work-from-height task? In this guide, we’ll unpack the different types of boom lifts available and show you how to select the right one for your projects, considering everything from height to outreach length and platform width to fuel type.

What precautions should MEWP operators and managers consider when using MEWPs in restricted spaces? In this blog, Horizon Platforms shares advice on selecting the right cherry pickers or scissor lifts for operating in restricted spaces, along with some important safety tips. 

Working at height can be particularly challenging and, in some cases, can be dangerous if risks aren’t assessed and mitigated successfully. In this blog, we’ll take a look at the most common risks that workers face when working at height and the best ways to prevent them. 

Working at height in food processing comes with unique demands such as contamination risks, slippery surfaces, and strict hygiene standards. This post covers how Horizon's clean, quiet MEWPs are suited to food environments, what specialist accessories are available to minimise contamination risk, and how expert site surveys and IPAF training help keep teams safe and compliant.