Published hire card

Stair and step building hire card

Hire tools and equipment for stair and step building, with checks, stop conditions and a copyable hire-counter handoff.

  • Public hire card
  • Kit, PPE and checks
  • Stop conditions included
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Likely kit

  • mitre saw or circular saw
  • drill driver
  • level or laser level
  • clamps and trestles
  • SDS drill if fixing into masonry
  • PPE and dust control

Checks before hire

  • confirm indoor/outdoor location
  • identify timber/concrete/masonry fixing points
  • measure rise, going and landing space
  • check access/working height
  • confirm fixing method and load requirements

Stop if

  • structural staircase without competent design
  • unclear load-bearing support
  • working at height without safe platform
  • hidden services where fixing

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Copyable handoff

Next step: use this card to ask the hire provider for the right class, size, accessories, PPE and stop conditions before comparing hire options.

Planning guidance only. Confirm equipment, PPE, instructions and site risks with the hire provider or a competent person before work starts.