Often when a platform is needed to access an area, it is constructed  and fastened permanently in place. There are, however, occasions where the platform will block access to some other area, and must be removed for work to be performed. 

     As an alternative to a bolted style platform, this one simply slips together and is held in place by it's own weight. It is not intended to be any higher than 24" maximum height. Even then, this design, or any platform design, must be approved by a qualified engineer before any building takes place.

     The pins, as well as the pipe bushings (or pockets), must be carefully lined up to ensure that they are parallel to each other, and square to the legs and the other structural members. Otherwise you may not be able to get them to go together. Spending some extra time at this point of construction will pay off every time you have to take this apart and put it back together.

     Also note that the pins and bushings should not be any less than six (6") in length. This is where the stability of the platform is derived from. Any shorter lengths could cause the whole platform to fit together too loosely and may be unsafe to use.

     Steps are shown in the drawing on one end only, but they could be placed wherever needed. The actual deck for the platform would be non-slip aluminum plate or aluminum grate to allow it to be removed easily. The deck should be securely fastened to the platform, either by pinning it or by bolting it fast. Railings would also be made to allow removal as needed.