Low Level Access/Inspection Hatches

Side Access / Low Level Tank Inspection Hatches – Installed Nationwide

Low Level Access Hatches are considered a requirement for safely inspecting and maintaining cold water storage tanks or any similar structure that is deemed a confined space. There are significant safety advantages when an low level access point is fitted. As a duty-holder you are obliged to assess dangers and take action to reduce risks to both staff, visitors and contractors.

Echo Square provides expert advice given by industry leading teams of consultants and installers. We supply and fit Low Level Access Hatches (also referred to as Side Access Inspection Hatches) to all types of liquid retaining structures but primarily cold water storage tanks.

We are competitively priced and carry out installations throughout the UK and Ireland and have the capacity to attend your site with minimal delay to help advise you on what is required to ensure you are compliant. Our installations are always thoroughly checked prior to commission to ensure years of trouble-free service.

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Confined Spaces Regulations 1997. Approved Code of Practice

“The design should incorporate easy access, taking account of requirements in the event of emergencies. For example: (a) the design should incorporate manholes sited at the bottom or low down in the structure…”

Risk Factors when NO Low Level Hatch is present

Among others the common risks associated with roof tank access hatches include:

Falling from the top of the tank
Confined spaces risk which could include flooding/drowning or asphyxiation
Falling whilst climbing the exterior of the tank
Falling into the tank
Limited means of escape from structure in an emergency
Dropping tools or equipment whilst climbing
Injuries from carrying tools or equipment up access ladders
Increased difficulty for ambulance / first aid staff to access someone injured in the tank
Increased risk of injury to ambulance / first aid staff

Advantages of Low Level Access Hatches

Above safety issues addressed
Maintains “Good Practice” regarding HSE guidelines
Reduces inspection / maintenance times therefore allowing for long term cost savings when internal works within the structure is required to be carried out

Buy With Confidence

The quality of our product combined with our skilled team of applicators means we can offer a comprehensive guarantee of up to 15 years (10 year minimum guarantee).

You can rest assured that Echo Square will provide the very best service from start to finish and emergency backup should you ever need it.

James Eckloff

2021-08-02

We used Echo Square services to reline a water tank in a local school recently, fantastic work and completed within the timescales needed

Gaetano milazzo

2021-01-25

Had a cold water tank in the loft full of dust, wasp and flies. Tanks were cleaned to a very good standard, considering the awkwardness of the job. Very happy with the service

Stuart Mills

2020-08-17

We were carrying out plumbing works on a site in London where we discovered a badly leaking GRP water tank, the Echo Square Services team attended site as quickly as possible to repair the leak and reline the tank. We will definitely contact them next time we are faced with a similar issue - would highly recommend.

Daniel Sheen

2020-07-17

We had a heavily leaking metal water tank above our office which was leaking through our ceiling, Echo Square Services repaired the leak and relined the tank just two days after we made the enquiry!

Harold Carter

2020-07-01

Arrived very quickly when the crisis developed in the 100-year-old water tanks in this Grade 1 listed building; did what looks a highly professional job (re-lining two hard to get at tanks in the roof) all in one day - which involved working really late - and were careful to make no mess and cause no damage. So far, it looks a great job at a reasonable cost.

2019-09-09

I have used Nationwide Tank Relining on two occasions now and each time I have been absolutely delighted with their service, ‘can do’ attitude and professionalism from start to finish. I will definitely be requesting their services again in the future.

Luke Busby

Working with James was a pleasure, thanks again bud will be in touch for my next project

J H

I contacted ECHOSquare to reline our water tank due to it being damaged and developing a leak, we needed the job doing ASAP as our site had no water so staff had to be sent home until it was fixed, James understood how urgent the job was and he was i spoke with him on the Friday and he was able to get the job booked in for the Monday, all The necessary Paper work, IE Rams & Training Certificates were sent to me via email before the guys got to site, from start to finish the service was excellent, Thanks ECHOSquare.

Dark Iron Fabrications

2019-09-08

The team was very helpful, polite and knowledgeable. Glad to speak to people who know what they're doing. Won't hesitate to use them again in the future

Rachel Pickett

2019-02-26

Having used other companies in the past I can wholeheartedly say that our dealings with Nationwide Tank Relining have been a breath of fresh air. We have had tanks relined, water hygiene assessments and floor coatings. All work was carried out in a timely manner and the quality of work has each and every time been exemplary. My bosses are thrilled with my decision to switch to Nationwide Tank Relining and a tank that was relined 10 years ago by them still looks good as new internally, and the money we've saved from choosing the right supplier has proven to be a very smart business move. Highly recommended!