Safe Access Solutions
For Cold Storage Facilities
Cold rooms, freezers, and temperature-controlled warehouses demand access systems that balance hygiene, safety, and speed. The right doors, interfaces, and traffic controls reduce product loss, prevent condensation and ice, and keep people and equipment moving, without compromising compliance.
We provide cold storage access systems for new facility designs and existing site upgrades. Our solutions are built for safety, compliance, and operational performance - and are trusted by architects, builders, designers, and facility managers.
From concept and specification through to installation and maintenance, we help create cold storage environments that protect people, maintain product quality, and keep operations running smoothly.
While standard systems are available, many sites require custom-designed solutions to fit unique layouts, work processes, and compliance needs. A tailored approach ensures that access points are positioned for operational efficiency, considering both logistics and end-user safety.
Access Systems Options For Cold Storage Warehouses:
+ Stairs and Roof Access
Aluminium stairs are lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and slip-resistant. They are ideal for low-temperature and food-grade environments and connect work areas safely, indoors and outdoors.
Fixed ladders, ladder brackets, and stair towers give safe roof access to HVAC units, refrigeration plant, and other rooftop equipment that requires regular servicing. These systems are built to match site conditions and minimise roof damage during installation.
+ Guardrails and Fall Protection
Guardrails, handrails, and edge protection prevent falls in elevated or high-traffic areas such as mezzanines, platforms, and loading docks.
When guardrails cannot be installed, static lines and anchor points are used with PPE to provide fall restraint or fall arrest protection, helping workers move safely around exposed areas.
+ Static Lines and Anchor Points
Static lines and anchor points create secure connection points for safety harnesses when working at height. They are installed by certified professionals and must be inspected regularly to maintain compliance.
These systems are essential for work on plant decks, elevated refrigeration units, and other areas where fall risks are present. Many installations are backed by a 25-year warranty for long-term reliability.
+ Ladder Systems
Fixed ladders, caged ladders, and mobile ladders give safe access to high or tight areas where stairs or walkways are not practical.
Ladder brackets improve stability and safety in areas with frequent use. All ladder systems are designed to handle cold, damp, or corrosive conditions and meet Australian standards.
+ Plant Decks
Plant decks and platforms are strong, slip-resistant platforms that provide safe access to refrigeration units, HVAC and plant equipment.
In cold storage environments, plant decks reduce the risk of slips, improve safety for maintenance teams, and speed up inspections. Decks can be designed to suit equipment layouts and traffic flow, improving safety and operational efficiency.
Q&A: Understanding Your Access Needs

Industry Trends in Cold Storage Warehousing Access & Safety
Cold storage operations are changing, and safe, efficient access is now central to meeting compliance, productivity, and sustainability goals. Here’s where Safetylyne’s expertise adds value:
1. Safer Access for Complex Facilities
Modern cold storage layouts demand safe entry to elevated and hard-to-reach areas. We design, engineer, manufacture, and install custom access stairs, ladders, walkways, gantries, and step-over bridges that meet Australian Safety Standards and work in sub-zero conditions.
2. Space-Saving Plant Decks
Choose aluminium plant decks to maximise usable space for equipment installation without compromising safety, even in tight or irregular layouts.
3. Corrosion-Resistant Access Solutions for Harsh Environments
Access systems built from aluminium or powder-coated FRP resist moisture and temperature extremes, ensuring long-term safety and reduced maintenance.
4. Built-In Compliance
Every installation is designed to meet or exceed AS/NZS 1657 and related standards, helping facilities pass audits without delays.
5. Sustainable by Design
Non-corrosive, long-life systems reduce replacement needs, lower maintenance costs, and minimise environmental impact over time.
6. Stair Towers for Roof Access
Cold storage warehouses often house HVAC and refrigeration equipment on the roof to maintain stable internal temperatures.
Frequent maintenance, inspections, and occasional equipment replacement make safe, direct roof access essential.
Aluminium stair towers are now preferred over steel for their lighter weight, lower maintenance, and cost efficiency. Designed to handle regular use and carry tools or replacement parts, stair towers should be included in the early design of any cold storage facility to avoid costly retrofits.
These access towers also form part of the facility’s
fire escape plan when designed to meet egress requirements, making them a key feature to include early in any cold storage facility design.
Safe Access for Conveyor Systems in Cold Storage
Access platforms, step-over bridges, gantries, and guardrails are essential for safe and compliant interaction with conveyor systems in freezer and chiller warehouses.
Built to meet AS/NZS 1657 and AS/NZS 1891, these height safety structures include:
- Non‑slip, corrosion‑resistant aluminium platforms and stair bridges for maintenance and operational access.
- Elevated gantries and crossovers allow workers to move safely over conveyor lines without disturbing workflow or risking falls.
- Guardrails, toe boards, and safety gates designed to prevent slips, trips, and falls around elevated conveyor zones.
- Configured step bridges over conveyors for safe ingress/egress or kit servicing areas.
These height safety and access solutions reduce fall risk, improve ergonomics, and ensure conveyor access remains safe in sub-zero conditions, all while keeping installations compliant and fit for food-safe environments.
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For top-quality, custom-engineered access solutions for your cold storage facility, contact Safetylyne today. Our experts are ready to provide comprehensive safety audits, recommendations, and installations to ensure the highest level of safety and efficiency for your operations.
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Compliance and Installation for Cold Storage Safety
Cold storage facilities present unique risks, from slippery surfaces to restricted spaces.
That’s why it’s essential that access systems - including platforms, guardrails, and ladders - are designed and installed to meet Australian safety standards.
Professional installation plays a critical role in ensuring your systems are not only compliant but also safe and reliable in demanding cold storage environments.
Safetylyne’s certified team delivers expert installation services, helping your facility meet all regulatory requirements while supporting long-term operational safety.
Cold Storage Access Projects
Access Solved for industrial cold storage facilities.
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Engineered Systems
Our Engineered Systems are a range of meticulously designed and manufactured products that can be integrated into a comprehensive height safety package, custom access solution or supplied individually based on client needs. These products, are manufactured in-house to the highest standards and are not only versatile, reliable and meet industry standards but also exceed client expectations.
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