Why have parapets?

Why have parapets? Parapets are provided to prevent users form falling from the bridge. If you provide them it indicates you recognise the hazard.  The question then arises if one parapet is sufficient? In some locations there would be no injury and in others the fall could be fatal The User Type is an issue. Small active children can get through or climb on a parapet leading to a possible incident. In some locations when danger is high a 100mm sphere should not pass through any opening. The parapet height is intended to prevent a person falling ov...
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Another satisfied Client!

After he laid the final deck board the volunteer Project Manager from a Cricket Club tap dances with delight. We love working with volunteer groups and have a long track record doing it.   Building bridges is a hugely satisfying group activity and builds memories which last forever. 
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Work Experience

The Wooden Bridge Company and its parent firm have a long tradition, going back to 1986, of providing Work Experience to local kids. The work we do allows them to learn real skills and to gain competence and confidence. The downside is they make awful tea! There is nothing like the glow of satisfaction the kids get when they see their job ready to be shipped to a customer  
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