Information Sheet MISC614 Preventing falls from boom-type mobile elevating work platforms
Publication Year
2006
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Explains how to prevent falls, not just mitigate the effects once a fall occurs. Looks at how to select suitable fall protection equipment where the risk cannot be adequately controlled. This guidance covers all types of boom (articulated and telescopic) mobile elevating work platforms.
Document History
Supersedes 2003 version. Reprinted August 2006.
Publisher Information
Health and Safety Executive
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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HSE
UK
Website: http://www.hse.gov.uk/
