Parts Connection September 2026 | Page 14

working surface for equipment operating at an active construction site.
• Access mats are typically larger, heavier, more structural and due to their size and weight, must be deployed using equipment.
In crane applications, site access is generally the priority. Equipment must be able to move across the jobsite, reach its working position and operate from a surface that is firm, drained, graded and level. Those conditions are not always present naturally and often must be created.
In addition to temporary roadways, site access also includes stable work areas such as laydown or staging zones. Understanding how each area will be used is the first step in selecting the right approach.
Site access requirements