Finnforest UK

SAFE LOADING

OF MATERIALS ON A WORKING PLATFORM

IMPORTANT!! Joists must be fully braced or decked
before applying any of the following loads.

200kg per joist depths less than 240mm.

250Kg per joist for depths 240mm and greater

Max distance to centre of load from face of support 1600mm.
Max 2 loads can be applied to 1 joist length, provided they are not more than
1600mm from the face of the wall and minimum of 1000mm between loads as shown.

1.   Deflection limit is taken as Span/200.  FJI45/240 and lesser joists will defect more
      under maximum spans (from span tables) with temporary load.
2.  All timber must be kept dry when applying maximum temporary loading.
3.   Loads are to be spread equally over a minimum of 2 joists using timber bearers at min
     1200mm in length or a standard 1200 x 1200mm pallet.
4.   No loads are to be stacked over any part of the length of joists fixed to an opening header
      or trimmer joist, such as stair header or SVP trimmer.
5.   Plasterboard on the underside is not in place - for multi span beams the bottom flange
      requires adequate temporary bracing.

Joists supported on hangers may require propping.  Please consult your hanger supplier for details.  For any other queries regarding FJI Joists contact
Finnforest Technical Support on 01205 883 835