Fire crews were called to a incident which left two workers trapped last night (Monday).
A Ripon crew were called to Melmerby between Thirsk and Ripon at 5.44pm.
A North Yorkshire Fire & Rescue Service spokesperson said: “The Ripon appliance attended two workers stuck at height due to the platform machinery they were working in malfunctioning.
“The crew used a 13.5m ladder and working at height equipment to lead the two workers to safety. Crews gave advice to on site staff.