+44 (0)1206 396446 Call +44 (0)1206 396446

Vital GRP · Practical engineering guidance

GRP How‑To Videos

Short, clearly branded films connecting GRP installation tasks to the approved drawings, support arrangements, evidence and project responsibilities that control them.

Watch · understand · apply responsibly

Practical guidance connected to the complete system.

Each episode gives project teams a clear starting point. The films support planning and communication; they do not replace project-specific design, current product information, RAMS or competent supervision.

Latest episode

Vital GRP how-to video on cutting GRP grating around services
How-To 01 · RiserDeck®

How to cut GRP grating around services

Set out, control dust, support the cutout and inspect the finished opening without compromising the approved floor arrangement.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on planning service penetrations in GRP riser flooring
How‑To 02 · RiserDeck®

How to plan service penetrations in GRP riser flooring

Coordinate MEP services, openings, bearing, support lines and trimming before any GRP panel or support is cut.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on controlling dust during GRP cutting
How-To 03 · Dust control

How to control GRP dust during cutting

Set the cutting zone, capture dust at source, check extraction, use assessment-led PPE and RPE, and clean up without redistributing dust.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP grating fixing guidance showing installed open-mesh floor grating
How-To 04 · Grating fixing

How to fix GRP grating correctly

Confirm support and bearing, choose the fixing by function, follow the approved layout and inspect the completed floor.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on handling and storing GRP panels and profiles
How-To 05 · Handling and storage

How to handle and store GRP panels and profiles

Plan the movement, coordinate lifts, prepare the route and secure panels and profiles for stable storage and safe retrieval.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on inspecting a GRP platform or walkway
How-To 06 · Asset care

How to inspect a GRP platform or walkway

Inspect walking surfaces, panels, fixings, supports and edge protection; record defects and escalate unsafe conditions.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on selecting GRP grating depth and span
How-To 07 · Grating selection

How to select GRP grating depth and span

Define the duty, measure the actual clear span and check construction, loading, support and serviceability before selecting grating.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on planning access around live plant
How-To 08 · Coordinated access

How to plan GRP access around live plant

Survey the operating environment, protect maintenance zones, verify the load path and coordinate the installation sequence.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on specifying GRP stairs, stepovers and ladders
How-To 09 · Change in level

How to specify GRP stairs, stepovers and ladders

Choose the access type from the task, frequency, geometry and project standard, then coordinate the complete structure and receiving asset.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on designing GRP riser floors and service openings
How-To 10 · Riser-floor design

How to design GRP riser floors and service openings

Coordinate the opening, all-GRP supports, service penetrations, fixings and controlled evidence as one load-bearing system.

Watch the film and read the transcript →
Vital GRP how-to video on installing an all-GRP riser-floor system
How-To 11 · Riser-floor installation

How to install an all-GRP riser-floor system

Follow the approved route from site verification and controlled drilling through the all-GRP frame, panels, inspection and handover.

Watch the film and read the transcript →

The series standard

One Vital format

Consistent blue-and-orange branding, British narration, clear diagrams and real project evidence.

One controlled message

General guidance is separated from details that require an approved project design or current technical document.

One connected journey

Every film links back to the relevant system, technical resource, project evidence and enquiry route.

Have a GRP installation or access question?

Send drawings or ask the technical team

Technical project enquiry

Send the drawings.Show us the constraint.

Share whatever is available. A finished specification is not required; photographs, marked-up PDFs and partial dimensions can all help us identify the next responsible step.

  • Up to five drawings or photographs
  • Project and technical enquiries
  • Reviewed by the Vital GRP team

Tell us what you know

← Back

Thank you. Your enquiry has been received.

The Vital GRP team will review the information you have sent and contact you about the next step. For a time-critical requirement, call 01206 396446. Keep a copy of your drawings and brief for reference.

Drag and drop or click to select up to 5 files, maximum 20 MB per file. Use PDF drawings, JPG or PNG photographs, or Word documents. For DWG, IFC or larger files, contact the team to agree a transfer method. You can send an enquiry without attachments.

Your files are used to review and respond to this enquiry. Open the full contact page.