| Title |
The selection and management of mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) |
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| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
CIS |
| Series Number |
58 |
| Publisher |
HSE BOOKS |
| Date of Publication |
2008 |
| Length |
6 pages |
| Stock Code |
CIS58 |
| Price Exc. VAT |
Free |
| VAT Rate |
0% |
| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
| Format |
Paper |
| Notes |
construction information sheet. (CIS58) (CIS 58) |
| Abstract |
This information sheet is aimed at those people who are responsible for selecting, specifying and managing mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). It outlines what needs to be considered before a MEWP is chosen for access to work at height, and the risks that need to be managed while the MEWP is in use. It covers legal requirements, assessing and managing the risks from using MEWPs, criteria for chosing the most suitable type of MEWP, and record keeping. Contents: Introduction; What the law requires; Assessing the risk; Selection criteria; Managing the risk; Documenting what you have done; Further reading and references; Further information. |
| Keywords |
Construction; MEWP; Work transport; Mobile elevating platforms |