Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

 

How does the TRAM help me to meet my health & safety obligations?

What is the life expectancy of TRAM?

Will the TRAM be suitable for my entire fleet of vehicles?

Does Standfast provide training for TRAM users?

Is the TRAM intrinsically safe?

Can the TRAM be fitted with brake interlock?

Does the TRAM need periodic inspections?

Who uses TRAM?

Has a risk assessment been done using TRAM as a control?

How long does it take to fit the TRAM Safety System?

Is the TRAM Safety System able to handle corrosive environments and rough roads?

Does the TRAM Safety System require air to operate?

Do you need to wear the TRAM Safety Belt?

What sort of maintenance does the TRAM Safety System require?

How much does the TRAM Safety System cost?

What sort of warranty does Standfast provide for the TRAM Safety System?

Can I fit the TRAM Safety System myself?

 

 

 

How does the TRAM help me to meet my health & safety obligations?

TRAM is the only product on the market that covers the potential risks for workers on platforms and walkways as well as during the transition between the ladder and the top of the vehicle.

 

What is the life expectancy of TRAM?

The unit will last the lifetime of the vehicle as long as periodic maintenance and inspections are carried out in accordance with the technical manual.

 

Will the TRAM be suitable for my entire fleet of vehicles?

Yes. TRAM comes in variants that pivot and rotate in different ways, allowing for most ladder-platform configurations. It can be installed on aluminium, steel and stainless steel equipment.

 

Does Standfast provide training for TRAM users?

Yes. Standfast provides user training by certified trainers. A training CD-ROM, Operators Manual, Technical Manual and Installation Manual are also available.

 

Is the TRAM intrinsically safe?

Yes. TRAM does not generate an electrical charge.

 

Can the TRAM be fitted with brake interlock?

Yes. TRAM can be fitted with pneumatic or electronic sensor brake interlock.

 

Does the TRAM need periodic inspections?

Yes. All height safety systems require periodic inspection. This is a simple process that can be tied in with any routine equipment maintenance schedule.

 

Who uses TRAM?

TRAM is in service on mobile and static equipment with a wide range of companies across the globe.

 

Has a risk assessment been done using TRAM as a control?

Yes, and Standfast can provide you with a copy. View TRAM Job Safety Analysis.

 

How long does it take to fit the TRAM Safety System?

This depends on the complexity of the application. As a guide, the standard rail-mounted TRAM system can be installed on a de-gassed road tanker trailer in approximately 5 - 7 hours.

 

Is the TRAM Safety System able to handle corrosive environments and rough roads?

Yes. TRAM is very robust and has been proven in some of the harshest conditions. It is in operation in some of the roughest roads around the world and in corrosive environments. As an example, it is in use on plant equipment carrying ammonium nitrate in open-cut mines, and on trucks traversing the Dampier Peninsular and Gibb River roads in outback Australia, two of the most demanding unsealed roads in the world. Please read the Owner Driver Fact Sheet for more information.

 

Does the TRAM Safety System require air to operate?

No. The TRAM is not reliant on air or electrical systems; however TRAM can be fitted with pneumatic or electronic sensor brake interlock if desired.

 

Do you need to wear the TRAM Safety Belt?

Yes. The safety belt (sometimes called a harness) forms an intricate part of the system; however it is very comfortable and easy to use. Can TRAM be used with a full body harness? Yes. Some organisations already use full body harnesses for other purposes and prefer not to introduce another style of belt/harness. When used with a full body harness, lanyards for the TRAM system can either be girth-hitched, or attached by a connector (e.g. karabiner), to side Ds on the harness.

 

What sort of maintenance does the TRAM Safety System require?

Very little, however as it is a mechanical piece of equipment, it does require basic preventative maintenance and cleaning.

 

How much does the TRAM Safety System cost?

The TRAM system is competitively priced. Leasing and rental finance packages are available. Please contact us for pricing information.

 

What sort of warranty does Standfast provide for the TRAM Safety System?

The TRAM safety system has a lifetime warranty on major metal components and two years on items that require periodic maintenance. (Maintenance requirements are minimal and are covered in the Technical manual.)

 

Can I fit the TRAM Safety System myself?

Yes, providing you have the appropriate competencies and equipment. We can provide you with an Installation Guide. However, please note that our preference is to use one of our accredited installers.