Dimensional help and input needed...
 

As you all can see, brand new here. Thanks in advance for any help you may offer...

I own a small machining/fabrication shop and have recently come upon the opprotunity to quote the construction of some referee stands.

I'm looking for dimensions for an official stand. I have access to a stand at our local school that I can go to and measure it up, but more importantly, I'm looking for feedback from the oficials who are in the trenches day in and day out.

Is there anything lacking in the standard design that you all wouldn't mind seeing in the next one you climb into? Any safety concerns? How about comfort? The idea of a seat came up and I was hopint to get your take on it all. I figured that there isn't a better group of folks to ask what is needed or what should be removed than to ask the people who live in 'em...

I really look forward to your replies. Thanks, and if you have any questions for me on this ask away...

I've been on stands of all sizes and descriptions from the very spartan to the very comfortable. But as for a seat.... count me out. This is not tennis.

The only thing I have to say is that I am a big dude....6'7" tall and 320 pounds...Make 'em sturdy enough to hold me!

I haven't had one collapse on me yet, but I have been on a few that I was worried about!

Not so much a seat I guess but more a statically placed bar to lean against. It is my understanding that there are some ref's at this venue who would require this to assist in not breaking the fatigue barrier.

And thanks Andy. You ARE a big guy. I'll definitely take sturdiness into consideration. Splayed legs and good welds for sure.

The worst stands are those that have rungs at a 90 degree angle, with widely spaced, narrow rungs, and a small area to stand in. The best are those that use steps, with a nice large standing area - remember that R1 should be able to put his/her arms at their sides comfortably!

A discreet cup holder would be good, also! ;)