Central Tunnelling Project
The Sydney Metro West project is a transformative infrastructure initiative aimed at delivering a new, 24-kilometre underground rail line connecting the central business districts (CBDs) of Parramatta and Sydney. This project is split into several key packages, including the Central Package, which focuses on the section from Sydney Olympic Park to The Bays Precinct.
The scope of the Central Package includes the excavation and construction of 11 kilometres of twin tunnels, five new stations, a TBM launch site, and other critical infrastructure elements, exemplifying the scale and significance of this undertaking.
SafeSmart Access has been working with Tier 1 contractors across the span of the project from The Bays and onwards towards Syndey Olympic Park.
- Custom Fabrication: Designed and provided customised steel platforms for the inspection of mechanical and electrical components in a curved tunnel.
- Temporary Stairs: Delivered adjustable stair solutions for enhanced safety during deep excavation phases.
- Scaffolding Systems: Installed a wide scaffold walkway to reduce interaction risks between pedestrians and machinery on site.
- AdaptaPanel Edge Protection: Installed to ensure leading-edge protection to prevent falls from large voids and excations.
Project Wide Solutions
The Bays
Five Dock
Burwood North
North Strathfield
Sydney Olympic Park
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Our Leading Solutions
Our contributions significantly enhanced the project’s safety protocols, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. Their innovative solutions for temporary works were paramount in maintaining strict safety standards and ensuring seamless progress.
Adaptapanel at Burwood
Implemented 168 meters of Adaptapanel, each 2 meters in height, ensuring a secure working environment for excavation teams. The Adaptapanel system wrapped around the void edge allowing spoil to be removed via cranes, and protecting walkways around ground level.
Throughout the sites, a combination of Adaptapanel and Proscaf facilitated access around work areas without inhibiting plant operators or site pedestrians. The edge protection system can be reinstalled at future sites.
Custom Hop Ups at
Sydney Olympic Park
Designed, fabricated, and supplied 150 steel Tunnel Hop Up Platforms for the inspection of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation (ME&I) along the curved tunnels.
Fixed securely along the tunnel, these platforms enabled safe access for inspectors and workers, ensuring they could carry out their duties without compromising on safety. The design took into consideration the unique requirements of the curved tunnels, demonstrating SSA’s capability to deliver tailored solutions in complex environments.
A thorough consultation process investigating both aluminium and steel options, steel was selected as the ideal choice for these platforms.
AdjustaStairs at The Bays
SafeSmart Access provided AdjustaStairs systems to the excavation sites at The Bays. AdjustaStairs are adjustable stair access solutions that cater to uneven ground surfaces typically found in excavation sites.
These stairs enhanced worker mobility and safety by offering stable and reliable access routes across different levels of the site. The flexibility of AdjustaStairs meant they could be easily reconfigured as the excavation work progressed, proving to be an indispensable tool in maintaining high safety standards while optimising operational efficiency.
Scaffold Walkway with Proscaf at Pyrmont Bridge Road
SafeSmart Access designed a bespoke scaffold walkway system using Proscaf components. This solution comprised a 3 meters wide by 12 meters long scaffold deck equipped with marine-grade carpet to ensure durability and extra traction.
The custom walkway was constructed to span over the haul road, effectively separating pedestrian traffic from vehicle operations and eliminating potential hazards from people-plant interactions.
Solutions by Site
Five Dock
A complex intersection of many SafeSmart Access products on site:
- Proscaf Stretcher Stairs
- AdjustaStairs bottom landing
- Adaptapanel Edge Protection
- Conquip Direct to Truck BulkX
Burwood
Plus Over 30 More Challenges Solved!
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WHY CHOOSE SafeSmart
- Our Products
From extension ladders and portable stairs to mobile work platforms and mobile scaffolding, all of our products are designed for safety, durability and efficiency.
- The Process
For custom designs suited to unique requirements, we have a streamlined process that will ensure every customer gets exactly the system they need
- Health and Safety
With a team that refuses to compromise on quality, SafeSmart Access manufactures innovative equipment that will improve how you operate.
- Advice
Get the expert advice you need before selecting from our mobile work platforms, mobile scaffolding or any other product your project requires.
Provider of the safest, most efficient height access equipment.
At SafeSmart Access we offer unlimited possibilities with over 15 years experience in delivering market-leading height access solutions across Australia. With locations all across the globe, we are well placed to service our clients. If you require a manufacturer and supplier of access equipment who understands your needs. Look no further that SafeSmart Access, Australia’s authority for height access solutions.
