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Bailey is one of the most established ladder and platform brands in the Australian market. The range available through AluminiumPlatforms.com.au covers platform ladders, access platforms, extension ladders, double sided ladders, multi-purpose ladders and a comprehensive fibreglass line, with options suited to trade, industrial, retail and specialised work environments.

This guide covers the main Bailey product lines stocked at AluminiumPlatforms.com.au to help you identify the right product for your application. For a full overview of access equipment categories including work platforms and stairs, see our complete height access guide.

Platform Step Ladders

Platform step ladders are the largest part of the Bailey range at AluminiumPlatforms.com.au, with multiple distinct product lines covering different load ratings, construction materials and working configurations. All Bailey platform ladders feature a flat, stable deck at the top rather than a narrow cap, which makes them appropriate for sustained working at height rather than just brief access.

Pro AL and Pro FG Platform Ladders

The Bailey Pro AL (aluminium) and Pro FG (fibreglass) platform ladders form the core of the platform range. Both series are available in step configurations from two through to eight, covering a range of working heights for trade and industrial use. The Pro FG series is the fibreglass equivalent, suited to electrical work and environments where non-conductive construction is required.

These ladders feature handrails, non-slip platforms and a stable base configuration suited to regular professional use. Browse the full platform ladder range for available configurations.

P170 Job Station

The Bailey P170 Job Station is a platform ladder with an expanded working deck designed to accommodate tools, materials and sustained tasks at height. The larger platform surface and integrated tool storage provisions make the P170 a practical choice for operations where the worker needs to carry and use multiple items at the working position.

The P170 is available in aluminium and fibreglass construction and in step configurations from three through to twelve, giving it one of the wider height ranges in the Bailey platform ladder lineup. It is a common specification in retail, warehousing, building maintenance and facilities management environments where access tasks are frequent and varied.

HD P150 MKII

The Bailey HD P150 MKII is a heavy-duty platform ladder designed for demanding industrial environments. The riveted construction reflects a focus on structural durability for worksites with intensive use requirements. Available in aluminium and fibreglass in configurations from three to six steps, the P150 MKII suits manufacturing, processing and industrial maintenance settings where the ladder is in use frequently and under sustained load.

Pro Aluminium Extreme Industry PFS

The Bailey Pro Aluminium Extreme Industry PFS is a platform step ladder series designed specifically for industrial environments with demanding access requirements. The range covers configurations from two through to eight steps and is built to handle the physical demands of high-frequency industrial use.

Access Platforms

The Bailey Access Platform range sits alongside the ladder lineup as a dedicated work platform product. These are heavy-duty aluminium work platforms with step configurations from three through to fourteen steps, intended for industrial and commercial worksites where a stable elevated working surface is required.

Access platforms differ from platform step ladders in their structural approach. They are designed as standalone elevated work stations rather than portable ladder solutions, with larger deck surfaces and configurations suited to tasks requiring more space and stability at height. The Bailey Access Platform range is available across a wide step count, allowing specification to suit specific working height requirements.

See the full industrial ladder and platform range for available Access Platform configurations.

Extension Ladders

The Bailey extension ladder range covers both aluminium and fibreglass construction across a wide run count, from eight rungs through to twenty for the aluminium Pro series. Extension ladders are specified where vertical reach is the primary requirement, including roof access, exterior building work, facade maintenance and access to elevated plant and equipment.

The Bailey Pro Aluminium Extension range includes standard and leveller versions. The leveller models are designed for use on uneven surfaces where one leg of the ladder contacts ground at a different height, a common situation in residential and construction environments. The leveller mechanism adjusts to compensate and maintains the ladder in a stable, level position.

The Bailey Pro Fibreglass FXN Extension range mirrors the aluminium line in non-conductive fibreglass construction, covering the same run count range for electrical and electrical-adjacent applications.

A triple extension model is also available in the Bailey range for applications requiring extended reach beyond what a standard two-section ladder provides.

Browse available extension ladder options in the extension ladder section.

Double Sided Ladders

Double sided ladders, also referred to as A-frame or self-supporting step ladders, provide access from both sides of the unit without requiring a wall or structure to lean against. Both sides of a Bailey double sided ladder carry rungs, which allows two workers to use the ladder simultaneously from opposite sides, or a single worker to access either face as the task requires.

The Bailey Pro range covers double sided ladders in aluminium and fibreglass construction, with step configurations from three through to twelve steps. The fibreglass versions are suited to electrical environments. The aluminium versions cover general trade and industrial use.

Multi-Purpose and Dual Purpose Ladders

Leansafe X3

The Bailey Leansafe X3 is a three-in-one ladder that converts between step, leaning and wall-supported configurations. The three-position design makes it adaptable to a wide range of access situations with a single unit, which is particularly useful for tradespeople who need to carry minimal equipment across varied site conditions.

The Leansafe X3 is available in aluminium and fibreglass in three height configurations, covering most short-to-medium reach trade applications. The fibreglass version suits electricians and others requiring non-conductive access in a compact, multi-configuration format.

Dual Purpose DP Series

The Bailey DP series dual purpose ladders convert between a self-supporting step configuration and a leaning extension configuration. The aluminium DP6, DP7 and DP8 are suited to general trade use. The fibreglass DP series includes a tree pole support accessory, which makes them particularly useful for arborists, tree surgeons and others working in environments where the ladder needs to be braced against a tree trunk or similar vertical surface.

Stairway Ladders

The Bailey Stairway Ladder range provides step access with an integrated safety rail, in configurations from two to five steps. The safety rail converts the unit from a conventional step ladder configuration into a more enclosed access point, which is suitable for environments where a defined, guarded access route is required at low to moderate height.

Stairway ladders are commonly specified for fixed access points in retail, warehousing and facility environments where the same access route is used repeatedly by multiple users.

Fibreglass Options Across the Bailey Range

Bailey provides fibreglass construction options across most of the major product lines in its range, including platform ladders, extension ladders, double sided ladders, dual purpose ladders and the Leansafe X3. This means that in most cases where a Bailey aluminium ladder would be appropriate, a fibreglass equivalent is available for applications requiring electrical non-conductivity.

For electrical trade and maintenance professionals, this breadth of fibreglass coverage means the same brand consistency and product quality can be maintained across the full range of access tasks rather than switching between brands for different ladder types.

Choosing the Right Bailey Product

Bailey's range depth means there is usually a product suited to a specific application rather than a compromise. Platform ladders suit sustained working at height. Extension ladders suit vertical reach requirements. Double sided ladders suit environments without a leaning surface. The Leansafe X3 suits contractors needing flexibility across multiple configurations. The DP fibreglass with tree pole suits arborists and tree workers.

For electrical work, fibreglass equivalents are available across most product types. For heavy-duty industrial environments, the HD P150 MKII and the Extreme Industry PFS series are the appropriate platform ladder specifications.

Browse the full ladder range at AluminiumPlatforms.com.au or use the site search to find specific Bailey models by product code.

For a full buying guide covering ladder types and application selection across brands, see the industrial ladder buying guide. For the Indalex range guide, see Indalex ladders Australia.