JP2009510294A - Support assembly - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a support assembly (10) that can be used to support a person when moving around in an elevated part of a structure, such as an ISO shipping container or an ISO tank. The support assembly (10) is transportable with a guide (12) and a support structure (13) pivotally connected to a base (14) which is itself movable along the guide. A flexible guide support (11). The transportable guide support can be placed on top of the tall structure during use.
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Description

  The present invention relates to a support assembly.

  The present invention has particular application to a transportable support assembly for supporting a person when moving around on top of a structure such as, but not limited to, the roof of an ISO shipping container or the top of an ISO tank. Reference is made to the same for illustrative purposes. However, it should be understood that the present invention may be used for other applications such as means for supporting a person when working on a railroad car roof, gantry or other elevated structure.

  Various lengths of ISO shipping containers have become the standard means of transporting cargo on ships, trains and trucks and are designed to carry specific items such as refrigerated containers with their own refrigerated units There is a container that has been An ISO shipping container typically includes a box-type ISO frame that is coated by a coating process that includes at least one opening that can be selectively closed by one or more doors.

  ISO tanks have been widely used to transport pressurized fluids. An ISO tank typically includes one or more tanks installed in an open box ISO frame.

  ISO shipping containers and ISO tanks also include corner castings or corner fixtures at each corner of the ISO frame, where the corner castings or corner fixtures attach containers or tanks to ship decks or holds, car chassis, train flats. Or can be used to secure to adjacent containers or tanks. The container mold is hollow cube-like and includes three outward faces that are formed with large openings.

  For maintenance, cleaning, or other reasons, a person may have to move around on the top of an ISO shipping container roof or ISO tank. Although ladders are often used to reach the roof or top, studies have shown that most of the fall occurs when a person tries to move from the ladder to the roof or top.

  A variety of safety devices are known for use by people who are required to move around on elevated structures such as the railroad car roof. Typically, the safety device includes an elongate guide mounted on the structure and a support structure having a base configured to engage the guide and movable along the guide. The safety device also includes a harness that can be worn by a person, which can itself be secured to the support structure.

  The problem with this type of support device is that they cannot be transported. There are many ISO shipping containers and ISO tanks currently in use around the world, but it is considered economically impractical to adapt each container and tank to a support device. Furthermore, permanently installing the support device on an existing ISO shipping container or ISO tank prevents the container and tank from being stacked one above the other and / or side by side.

  In the case of an ISO tank, mounting means having rails extending along one longitudinal side thereof and adapted to engage adjacent corner castings for the purpose of securing the platform to the top of the ISO frame Transportable platforms including are known. However, as a person moves around or works at the top of an ISO tank, the platform can adequately support the person, but the platform does not support the person as he climbs into an elevated structure.

  It is an object of the present invention to provide a support assembly that improves at least some of the disadvantages of the prior art.

  In view of the above, the present invention relates to a support assembly for supporting a person when moving around an upper portion of a structure, the support assembly being installed on a transportable guide support and the guide support. A guide, a base movable along the guide, a first portion connected to the base, and a support structure including a second portion or handle spaced from the base.

  For example, the tall structure includes the railroad car roof.

  However, in another aspect, the present invention relates to a support assembly for supporting a person as it moves about at an elevated portion of the structure, the support assembly comprising a transportable guide support and a guide support. A guide installed on the base, adapted to engage with the guide and movable along the guide while maintaining engagement with the guide; a first portion connected to the base; and spaced apart from the base And a second structure, i.e., a support structure including a handle.

  For example, the structure may include an ISO shipping container or ISO tank having an ISO frame and corner casting disposed at each corner of the frame.

  In addition to supporting the guide, the guide support may be configured to support a person. For example, the guide support can also function as a platform or work surface on which a person moves about when working or the like.

  The guide support may include a guide support member on which the guide is mounted. Alternatively, the guide support may include a plurality of guide support members, and the guide support members may be configured to form a frame when it can be combined with a guide. Further, the frame or selected portions thereof may be opened or closed.

  The guide support also includes positioning means for positioning the guide support over the structure, and the positioning means may be configured to engage a preferred portion of the structure. For example, in the case of an ISO shipping container or ISO tank, the placement means may include one or more protrusions that can each be placed in one of each corner casting.

  The guide support may also include mounting means for mounting the guide support to the structure, and fixing means coupled to the mounting means to provide engagement between the mounting means and the structure. For example, each of the protrusions referred to above can be selectively engaged with a portion of a corner casting, and the engagement of the positioning means with one or more corner castings can be used in an ISO shipping container or ISO during use. The movement of the support device relative to the tank can be prevented.

  Furthermore, the support assembly can be constructed such that movement of the base along the guide and / or movement of the support structure relative to the base is only possible after and / or during operation of the fixing means. .

  The guide support may also include means of transport so that the guide support can be moved from one article to another. For example, the transport means may include one or more mounts on which a lifting device for lifting the guide support can be mounted. Alternatively, the transport means may include one or more indentations coupled to a guide support such as a set of tubes and capable of receiving at least one forklift tip. However, it should be understood that the vehicle may include a wheeled passenger car.

  The support assembly also includes a ladder that can be used by a person to reach the guide support when the guide support is placed on or over the structure. Furthermore, the ladder may be attached to the guide support and / or the transport means.

  The ladder may also be movable from a storage position to a workable position. For example, the ladder may be foldable and / or telescopic.

  To help a person to safely reach the guide support using a ladder, the first part of the support structure may be pivotally connected to the base and selected in a desired position relative to the base In particular, a fixing means for fixing the support structure can be provided.

  For a more complete understanding of the present invention, preferred embodiments are described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

  FIGS. 1-4 show a support assembly 10 that can be used to support a person moving around in an elevated portion of the structure, such as an ISO shipping container or an ISO tank. The support assembly 10 includes a transportable guide support 11 on which a guide 12 is mounted, and a support structure 13 pivotally connected to a base 14 that is movable along the guide itself. including.

  The guide support 11 has an elongated steel beam 15 having a first end 16 and an opposite second end 17 and four small structural supports extending outwardly from one side of the beam in a generally horizontal direction. A plurality of guide support members including the member 18 are included. Two of the four support members 18 are disposed adjacent to the first end portion 16, and the other two support members 18 are disposed adjacent to the second end portion 17.

  The guide support 11 further includes two steel tubular members 19 that extend through the beam 15 and extend horizontally outward from the same side of the beam as the structural member 18 described above. The two tubular members 19 are approximately in the middle of the length of the beam 15 and are arranged between the left and right groups of structural members 18. Further, each tubular member 19 is configured to receive a forklift tip, and the structural member 18 and the tubular member 19 are substantially evenly spaced along the length of the beam 15.

  Structural member 18 and tubular member 19 each include a substantially flat top surface to which a generally rectangular shaped platform or step board 20 is mounted. The platform 20 includes two opposing longitudinal ends 22 that are substantially parallel to the beam 15 and approximately equal to the length of the beam. The platform 20 also has a substantially flat top surface 21 in which a plurality of openings are formed.

  The guide support 11 also includes four steel plate-like legs 23 welded to the underside of the beam 15 and configured to engage or abut the top of the ISO shipping container or ISO tank. Further, each leg 23 is disposed on an adjacent one of the structural members 18.

  The guide 12 has an elongated one side tubular steel portion 24 having a generally square cross section. The steel portion 24 is attached to one side of the beam 15 by three connectors 25 and extends longitudinally along this.

  A stop is provided at each opposing end 28 of the guide 12. The stop limits the movement of the base 14 along the guide 12 during use.

  The base 14 includes a body 31 in which a longitudinally extending channel 32 is formed. The channel 32 is square in cross section and is configured to receive the steel portion 24 in a clear manner.

  The body 31 also includes a front end 33 and a rear end 34 having three indentations 35, 36 and 37 formed therein, respectively. Each indentation includes two opposing side walls 38 separated by a web 39.

  The indentations 35, 36 and 37 comprise a roller assembly 40 comprising wheels 41 which freely rotate around an axle 42 having opposing ends 43 respectively disposed in each opening 44 formed in the side wall 38. Configured to receive. Each wheel 41 carries each side wall 45 of the steel portion 24 as shown in FIG.

  The base 14 also includes a mounting base 46 that includes two opposing upstanding flanges 47 disposed between the front portion 33 and the rear portion 34. Each flange 47 includes an arcuate edge 48 in which four semicircular notches 49 are formed. Each flange 47 also includes a mounting opening 50 formed therein.

  The support structure 13 is constructed of a tubular member curved to resemble a walking stick, and includes a post 51 having a lower end 51a and a handle 51b extending outward from the post 51 in a substantially perpendicular direction. The lower end 51a is pivotally connected to the mounting base 46 by a bolt 52 extending through the opposing mounting opening 50.

  The support structure comprises a brake means 53 comprising a pair of opposing clamp arms 54 each comprising a set of clamp members 54 a each having a fixed end 55 and a free end 56. Each clamp arm 54 includes a jaw 57 with a set of branch flanges 58 disposed adjacent to the free end 56 and having an interior surface 59 on which the pad 60 is placed. The jaws 57 are each configured to grip an adjacent surface of the steel portion 24.

  The two clamp arms 54 are connected in the middle between the respective ends by a coil spring 61. The spring 61 acts to bias the clamp arm 54 during use, thereby providing contact of the pad 60 to the steel portion 24 with sufficient force to prevent the base 15 from moving relative to the guide 12. maintain.

  A fixed end 55 of each clamp arm 54 is a wheel 63 that rotates freely about an axle 64, which is the axis of a bolt 65 that pivotally connects the clamp arm 55 to a flange 66 of an “L” shaped mounting bracket 67. A roller assembly 62 with

The flange 66 includes a slot opening 68 through which two bolts 69 used to slidably connect a wedge-like cam member 70.
A lower end 71 of the cam member 70 is connected to a brake handle 72 mounted on the handle 51b by a wire cable 73. The brake handle 72 is movable between a first position where the cam member is in its uppermost position and a second position where the cam member is in its lowest position. The brake handle 72 is maintained in the first position by the action of a spring (not shown).

  When the cam member 70 moves from its first position to its second position, the cam member 70 and the two wheels 63 are engaged to cause separation of the jaw 57 and the steel portion 24, thereby The base 15 can move along the guide 12. However, when the pressure applied to the brake handle 72 by the user is released, the brake handle automatically returns to its first position, the cam member 70 returns to its uppermost position, and the jaw 57 Again, it engages with the steel part 24, thereby preventing the base 14 from moving further relative to the guide 12.

  The support structure 13 also includes a securing means 73 that includes a securing pin 74 having opposing free ends 75 received in each notch 49 respectively. Further, the fixing pin 74 is engaged with the notch 49 by the action of a coil spring 75a having a first end portion 76 fixed to the base 12 and a second end portion 77 attached to an intermediate portion of the fixing pin. Retained.

  An intermediate portion of the fixed pin 74 is connected to a fixed handle 78 mounted on the handle 51b by a wire cable 79. The fixed handle 78 is movable between a first position where the fixed pin 74 engages the set of notches 49 and a second position where the fixed pin 74 no longer engages the notches 49. The fixed handle 78 is maintained in the first position by the action of a spring (not shown).

  The fixing pin 74 moves from the engagement position to the separation position, and the post 51 freely moves to a first or substantially upright position and a second or substantially horizontal position, and the first and second positions are It corresponds to the notches 49a and 49d, respectively. The notches 49b and 49c correspond to a posture inclined about 30 to 60 degrees with respect to the horizontal.

  However, when the pressure exerted on the fixed handle 78 by the user is released, the fixed handle automatically returns to its first position, but the free end of the fixed pin 74 is arcuate end 48 as the post 51 rotates. The locking pin automatically engages with each notch 49 and is maintained in engagement with the notch by the action of the spring 75a, thereby allowing the post 51 to move. Further movement with respect to the base 14 is prevented.

  The handle 51b includes two links 80 and 81 attached thereto.

  The support assembly 10 is also comprised of a belt 91 that can be secured around a user's torso and two straps 92 including a fixed end secured to the belt 91 and a free end 93 with a clasp 94. A harness 90 is included. In use, the clasp 94 may be connected to the respective link 80 or 81 as desired.

  The support assembly 10 also includes mounting means 95 for mounting the guide support 11 to an ISO shipping container or ISO tank. The mounting means 95 includes a first twist lock 96 coupled to the first end 16 of the beam 15 and a second twist lock 97 coupled to the second end 17 of the beam. The twist lock 96 includes a shaft 98 extending through aligned openings formed in the beam 15 and a leg 98b rigidly attached to the shaft and depending from the lower surface of the beam. The shaft 98 includes an upper portion extending on the beam 15 and a handle 99 attached to the upper portion.

  The twist lock 97 includes a shaft 100 that extends through aligned openings formed in the beam 15, and a leg (not shown) that is rigidly attached to the shaft and hangs down from the lower surface of the beam. The shaft 100 includes an upper part extending on the beam 15 and a handle 101 attached to the upper part.

  The two handles 99 and 101 are interconnected by a rigid, rod-like linkage 102 having opposing ends 103 and 104 that are pivotally connected to the handles 99 and 101.

  When viewed from the side, the handle 99 includes a plate-like member 105 that is indicated by a dotted line and hangs down from it because it is difficult to find due to the thin characteristics of the handle 99. This on-plate member or sign 105 can be found more easily when the handle 99 extends horizontally outward from the beam 15, as shown in FIG.

  The support assembly 10 also includes a ladder assembly 110 that includes a ladder 111 mounted on the platform 20, the ladder being interconnected by a plurality of crossbars 113 disposed therebetween, two opposing parallel elongated shapes. The side part 112 is provided.

  The side portions 112 each include an outwardly facing “C” shaped channel that includes two opposing side flanges 112a that extend substantially along its length and define an opening.

  The platform 20 includes two opposing ladder mounts each comprising a plate-like arm member 151 pivotally connected to an adjacent mounting bracket 152 or 152a attached to one of the structural members 18 by bolts 153. 150. Each arm member 151 includes two rollers 154 configured to freely rotate about an axle 155 extending outwardly from the arm member 151 and to engage one inner surface of the side flange 112a, Two rollers 156 configured to freely rotate about an axle 157 extending outwardly from member 151 and to engage the inner surface of opposing side flanges 112a.

  The ladder 111 also includes two rollers 114 that are each rotatably mounted on the upper end 115 of each side. Each of the rollers 114 has a cylindrical body configured to rotationally contact the upper surface 21 of the platform 20 and an outwardly extending outer flange that can abut or engage each end 22 during use. including. The roller 114 supports the ladder when the ladder 111 is placed on the platform 20.

The ladder 111 is movable between the retracted position shown in FIG. 1 and the extended or climbed position shown in FIG. 2, and the ladder 111 freely pivots about the axle including the bolt 153.
The ladder assembly 110 includes a ladder storage system configured to help the user return the ladder 111 to the storage position. The ladder storage system includes an anchor 120 attached to the lower end of the side portion 112 closest to the beam 15 and two guide rollers 121 and 122 rotatably attached to opposite ends of the platform 20. Each guide roller further includes an outer circumferential groove formed therein.

  The ladder storage system also includes an elastic member 123, such as a rubber rope, having a first end attached to the anchor 120 and a second or opposite end attached to the platform adjacent to the guide roller 121, the rubber rope Passes over the two guide rollers.

  When the ladder is in the retracted position, it is attached to the longitudinal side edge of the platform 20 to prevent the upper end of the ladder 111 from moving upward away from the platform 20, and as shown, A hook-shaped fixture 125 that overlaps one of the portions 112 is provided.

The support assembly 10 also includes an opposing “L” shaped receptacle 126 that is attached to the handle 99, which is other than the position where the twist lock corresponds to the “engaged” position, i.e., they are at each corner. It includes a free end 127 that overlies the post 51 when in the twist lock position when fully engaged with the casting.
During use, a forklift truck may be used to place the support assembly 10 on top of an ISO shipping container or ISO tank, with the tip of each forklift located within each of the tubular members 19. Can do.

  Placing the support assembly in the working position at the top of the ISO shipping container or ISO tank by placing the legs of each twist lock 96 and 97 in each corner casting located along one side of the container or tank Can do. Further, because each leg may be located in the corner casting, both handles 99 and 101 are in their non-working positions, as indicated by the sign 105 extending outwardly from the beam 15 at approximately a right angle.

  After the support assembly 10 has been correctly placed on top of the container or tank, the support assembly 10 can be secured thereto by rotating the handle 99 approximately 90 degrees. This has the effect of rotating the leg attached to the handle 99, thereby preventing the leg from detaching from the corner casting that has been placed. Further, since the handle 99 is connected to the handle 101 by the link device 102, the handle 101 is similarly rotated by the rotation of the handle 99, and the leg attached to the handle 101 is rotated in the corner casting that is arranged. This will avoid leg disengagement.

  The operative engagement of the twist locks 96 and 97 with each corner casting is evident by the fact that the position of the marker 105 then changes approximately parallel to the beam 15.

  Furthermore, the rotation of the handle 99 also has the effect of rotating the “L” shaped receiver 126 by 90 degrees, so that the free end 127 no longer overlies the post 51, thereby preventing its rise relative to the beam 15.

  A person trying to reach the roof or top of the container or tank can choose to use the ladder 111. This grasps and holds the bottom rung 130 of the ladder 111 in its retracted position, so that the ladder is first slid over the platform 20 and then pivoted about the axis containing the bolt 153. This can be achieved by pulling substantially outward and downward. Furthermore, since the rubber cord 123 is stretched when the ladder is pulled, it is considered that the resistance of the rubber cord removes a part of the weight of the ladder, which makes it easier for a person to place the ladder in the working position.

  Using the ladder 111 at that work position, a person can begin to climb the ladder 11. When a person is near the top of the ladder 111, he or she can grab an adjacent handle 51b extending outward from the end of the container or tank for support, preferably the base 14 is at the end Abuts against the closest stop.

  Preferably, the person wears a harness 90 around the torso. When a person is near the top of the ladder 111, the person can secure at least one clasp 94 to one of the links 80 or 81. As a result, when climbing on the upper end of the ladder and on the platform 20, even if a person slips or loses balance, it will not fall to the ground.

  Before placing his or her foot on the top rung of the ladder 111, the person separates the fixing pin 74 and the notch 49d by pulling on the fixing handle 79, lifts the handle 51b, and the fixing pin is notched 49b or 49c. The handle 51b itself can be fixed at a predetermined position by opening the fixed handle so as to engage with the handle 51b. By repositioning the handle 51b, it is now believed that the handle 51b is higher than, and / or closer to, the platform 20, and that a person will feel easier to climb on the platform. Yes.

  When standing on the platform 20, a person separates the fixing pin 74 and the notch 49b or 49c by pulling on the fixing handle 79, and moves the post 51 so that it is in an upright state at this point. The post itself can be fixed in place by opening the fixed handle to engage with the post.

  Next, in order to move the support structure 13 along the guide 12 while holding the handle 51 b for support, a person needs to pull the brake handle 72 to separate the jaw 57 and the guide 12. Similarly, to avoid further movement of the support structure 13 along the guide 12, a person can engage the jaw 57 with the guide 12 simply by releasing the brake handle 72 from gripping. It is.

  As the platform 20 is raised, the base 14 and the stop closest to the ladder 111 engage to prevent the person from slipping off the platform 20 even if the person walks backward. Furthermore, the support structure 13 uses the support structure 13 for support, much like what a person did when climbing on the platform when the base 12 abuts the stop closest to the ladder. It is placed in a preferred position where a person can descend from the platform 20. When descending from the platform 20 using the ladder 111, the procedure described above is performed in the reverse order.

  FIG. 5 shows a railway passenger car 206 including a box-shaped structure 207 installed on a wheeled passenger car assembly having wheels 208. The box structure 207 includes a roof 209.

  FIG. 5 also illustrates a support that is located beside the railcar 206 and is configured to provide a safe working environment for those who need to work on or in close proximity to the railcar roof 209. The assembly 210 is shown.

  The support assembly 210 includes a platform-like guide support 211 that can support a person as they move about. The guide support 211 includes a frame coated by a suitable coating process.

  The guide support 211 is mounted on a transfer means 220 that can be used to transfer the guide support 211 from one railway passenger car to another. The transfer means 220 includes a wheeled base 221 and a frame assembly 222 that extends upward from the base and supports the guide support 211. In this particular embodiment, the guide support 211 is pivotally mounted to the support frame assembly so that the first position where the guide support is oriented vertically and the second position where the guide support is oriented horizontally. It is possible to move between the positions. However, it should be understood that in other embodiments, the guide support may be designed such that it can be separated from the transfer means.

  The transfer means 220 also includes a ladder 223 that can be used to reach the guide support 211.

  The support assembly 210, like the support assembly 10, is a guide 12 mounted on the guide support 211 and a support structure 13 pivotally connected to a base 14 which is itself movable along the guide 12. Including.

  The guide 12 of the support assembly 210, like the support assembly 10, comprises an elongated piece of tubular steel portion 24 having a generally square cross section. A stop is provided at each opposing end 228 of the guide 12. The stop limits movement of the base 14 along the guide 12 during use.

  The support assembly 210 also attaches transport means to the railroad car that includes two retractable cables 296 each having a free end 297 to which a hook 298 configured to engage a portion of the railroad car is attached. Mounting means 295 for performing the operation. Furthermore, the transfer means is mounted on each frame member of the transfer means, which is composed of a large block made of rubber, so that a part of the transfer means does not rub adjacent side portions of the railway passenger car. The two cushioning materials 299 that abut on the side portions of the two are included.

  The mounting means 295 also includes retractable members 301 and 302 that, when extended, can be placed underneath the railway passenger carriage and prevent the support assembly 210 from tipping during use.

  In use, the support assembly 210 may be transported for placement by the railroad car 206 and hooks 298 to selected portions of the railroad car 206 to limit any movement of the support assembly 210 relative thereto. Can be worn.

  A person who wants to reach the roof 209 of the railway passenger car 206 can choose to climb the ladder 223. When a person is near the top of the ladder 223, he or she can grip an adjacent handle 251b that extends outwardly from both the passenger car and the guide support 211 to support.

  Preferably, the person wears the harness 90 around the waist. When a person is near the top of ladder 223, the person can secure at least one clasp 94 to one of links 80 or 81. As a result, when climbing on the upper end of the ladder 223 and the guide support 211, even if a person slips or loses balance, it does not fall to the ground.

  Before placing his or her foot on the top rung of the ladder 223, the person separates the fixing pin 74 and the notch 49d by pulling on the fixing handle 79, lifts the handle 51b, and the fixing pin is notched 49b or 49c. The handle 51b itself can be fixed by releasing the fixed handle so as to engage with the handle 51b. By repositioning the handle 51b, the handle 51b is now higher than the guide support 211 and placed on and / or closer to it, so that a person feels easier to climb on the guide support. It is believed that.

  When standing on the guide support 211, a person separates the fixing pin 74 and the notch 49b or 49c by pulling the fixing handle 79, and moves the post 51 so as to be in an upright state at this point (at the dotted line 213a). As shown, the post itself can be locked in place by opening the locking handle so that the locking pin engages the notch 49a.

  Next, in order to move the support structure 13 along the guide 12 while holding the handle 51 b for support, a person needs to pull the brake handle 72 to separate the jaw 57 and the guide 12. Similarly, to avoid further movement of the support structure 13 along the guide 12, a person can engage the jaw 57 with the guide 12 simply by releasing the brake handle 72 from gripping. It is.

  When rising from the guide support 211, the support structure 13 is preferably located at a preferred position adjacent to the ladder 223. This allows the person to descend from the guide support 211 using the support structure 13 for support in much the same way that a person has done when climbing on the guide support. When descending from the guide support 211 using the ladder 223, the procedure described above is performed in the reverse order.

  The above examples are illustrative only of the present invention, and all such modifications thereto will be apparent to those skilled in the art, as are the broad scope and boundaries of the present invention as defined in the appended claims. It should be understood that it is considered within.

FIG. 3 is a pictorial illustration of a support assembly constructed in accordance with the present invention including a ladder shown in a retracted position. FIG. 2 is a pictorial view of the support assembly shown in FIG. 1 except that the ladder is shown in the extended position. FIG. 6 is a pictorial diagram showing a portion of the support assembly including a portion of the ladder in the extended position. FIG. 6 is a pictorial diagram showing a portion of the support assembly including a portion of the ladder in the extended position. FIG. 6 is a schematic side view of a second support assembly constructed in accordance with the present invention. FIG. 6 is a pictorial view of a support structure, base and guide constructed in accordance with the present invention that forms part of the support assembly shown in FIGS. It is the base drawing shown in FIG. 6 seen from one end. FIG. 8 is a pictorial view of the base shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 as viewed from the opposite end. FIG.

Claims (11)

A support assembly for supporting a person when moving around in a high part of the structure,
A transportable guide support;
A guide installed on the guide support;
A base movable along the guide;
A support structure including a first portion connected to the base and a second portion or handle spaced from the base;
A support assembly comprising:   The support assembly of claim 1, wherein the base is configured to engage the guide.   The support assembly according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the support assembly includes mounting means for releasably fixing the support assembly and the structure.   The structure is an ISO transport container or an ISO tank having an ISO frame and corner casting disposed in each corner of the frame, and the guide support is disposed in each of the corner castings. 4. A support assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, comprising one or more protrusions capable of:   The structure is an ISO transport container or an ISO tank provided with an ISO frame and corner casting arranged in each corner of the frame, and the guide support is mounted so that the guide support can be opened to the corner casting. 4. A support assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, comprising mounting means for carrying out, and fixing means coupled to the mounting means for performing engagement of the mounting means and the corner casting. .   6. A support assembly according to claim 5, wherein the support structure is movable relative to the base after the mounting means engages the corner casting.   7. A support assembly according to any preceding claim, wherein a ladder depends from the guide support.   The ladder is movable between a retracted position and a second position on the guide support, and the ladder can be used to hang down from the guide support and reach the guide support. Item 8. The support assembly according to Item 7.   The handle of the support structure extends outwardly from the guide support and is disposed on the ladder so that a person in use can help move from the ladder to the guide support. 9. A support assembly according to claim 7 or 8, which is arranged. A support assembly for supporting a person when moving around in a high part of the structure,
A transportable guide support;
The guide installed on the guide support and capable of supporting a base configured to engage and move along the guide;
And a support assembly having a first portion pivotally connected to the base and a second portion or handle spaced from the base.   A support assembly substantially as described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

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