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Product Highlights
- Anti-slip deck - Ensures confident footing in all weather conditions.
- Portable design - Rapidly relocates to support phased trenching works.
- Modular frame - Adapts to various trench widths and ground layouts.
SKU WO79003z-2
Durable and reusable pedestrian trench bridge for safe crossing over excavations or unstable ground. Rapid install with handrails and anti-slip deck ensures compliance in all weather.
Quickest Available Delivery: Quickest Available Delivery: 5 Day Delivery
The Temporary Groundworks Bridge is a robust, modular access solution designed to provide safe, efficient access across trenches, excavations, and pipe runs commonly found in groundworks and shoring environments. Engineered for rapid deployment, it features non-slip steps, a folding frame, and anti-folding safety locks to ensure stability and compliance during high-risk operations.
Ideal for maintaining safe pedestrian routes in and around shoring boxes, sheet piles, and deep dig zones, this bridge supports continuous site access without disrupting ground-level activity. Built to withstand tough site conditions and fully compliant with EU safety standards, it enhances both worker safety and operational efficiency on dynamic groundworks sites.
Key Features & Benefits
- Anti-slip walking surface for confident crossing even in wet, muddy conditions.
- Galvanised steel frame resists corrosion and stands up to repeated daily use.
- Handrails offer extra stability—minimising slip and fall risks on active sites.
- Fully reusable bridge module for trench or excavation access across multiple jobs.
- No permanent ground fixing—ideal for sensitive or landscaped areas.
Product Information
This temporary pedestrian bridge is frequently used to span utility trenches, protect foot traffic over narrow access gaps, or form part of a full site pedestrian route during excavation phases. Its visible side rails and open design ensure safety is clearly defined without obstructing vision or site logistics.
Combines well with ground protection mats or trench covers to create full-width, hazard-free temporary walkways for visitors or crew.
Popular Uses & Applications
Widely used on reinstatement, utilities access, telecom site maintenance, and landscaping works where terrain needs crossing quickly and safely.
Particularly effective where standard trench covers are unsuitable for pedestrians or where sloped or muddy ground introduces a fall hazard. The bridge can also be paired with fencing or signage for use in public environments.
| Assembly | Trench Width (mm) |
| 1 x 15 Step | 3597 |
| 1 x 18 Step | 4407 |
| 2 x 15 Steps | 6812 |
| 1 x 15 Step + 1 x 18 Step | 7646 |
| 2 x 18 Steps | 8456 |
Alternative Products
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HERMEQ stocks a wide range of equipment for Working at Height including Edge Protection Systems, Fall Arrest Systems, and Harnesses & Lanyards conforming to all required safety specifications and regulations.
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The Temporary Pedestrian Bridge offers a modular, reusable solution for safe trench bridge crossings across dynamic groundworks and utilities environments. Supporting trench spans up to 8456mm, this bridge delivers reliable Temporary Bridges and pedestrian access across evolving site conditions.
The bridge’s anti-slip deck, bright handrails, and corrosion-resistant frame promote safe navigation across trenches, excavations, and uneven terrain. Its folding construction and integrated lifting points enable rapid repositioning, supporting fast-paced construction and phased utilities works where site layouts frequently change.
Applications include:
- Trench bridge crossings for utilities reinstatement and civil engineering projects.
- Safe pedestrian access during phased excavation works.
- Temporary pedestrian bridge deployment for public realm and landscaping schemes.
- Flexible site access across complex ground conditions and trench networks.
The bridge’s modular design accommodates 3-step to 18-step configurations, enabling adaptation to varying trench depths and terrain features. Paired with Ground Protection Mats and Trench Covers, the Temporary Pedestrian Bridge forms a complete, hazard-free pedestrian access solution—enhancing site safety, reducing trip risks, and ensuring compliance with stringent UK construction regulations.
Do I need a licence to install the Temporary Pedestrian Bridge?
No. The bridge is designed for professional use and does not require a civil engineering licence. All installation steps must follow the provided safety and maintenance documentation.
Can the bridge be moved after installation?
Yes. Integrated crane lifting points and carry handles enable easy repositioning without disassembly—ideal for phased works and dynamic site layouts.
Does the bridge support different trench widths?
Yes. The bridge’s modular construction supports configurations spanning up to 8456mm, adapting to a wide range of trench bridge applications.
Is it compliant with UK safety regulations?
Absolutely. The Temporary Pedestrian Bridge meets EN 13374 and BS EN ISO 14122 safety standards, ensuring compliance on all UK construction and utilities sites.
Can this bridge integrate with Ground Protection Mats?
Yes. It pairs seamlessly with Ground Protection Mats and Trench Covers to create continuous, hazard-free pedestrian access routes across complex worksites.
Is this bridge suitable for public realm and landscaping projects?
Yes. The bridge is widely used in public environments to maintain safe pedestrian routes across trenches and uneven terrain during public realm or landscaping works.