| Title |
Cast iron columns in buildings |
| SubTitle |
The dangers of collapse from powered vehicle collision. |
| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
MISC |
| Series Number |
157 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
1999 |
| Length |
2 pages |
| Stock Code |
MISC157 |
| Price Exc. VAT |
Free |
| VAT Rate |
0% |
| Product Type |
Hard Copy |
| Format |
Paper |
| Notes |
leaflet information sheet |
| Abstract |
Hollow cast iron columns are notoriously brittle and the majority are prone to failure with the slightest impact from a powered vehicle such as a fork-lift truck. This information sheet provides guidance to employers whose property contains cast iron columns. Contents: Elimination of risk; Reduction of risk; Legal requirements. |
| Keywords |
General guidance; Hollow cast iron columns; Impact failure; Pedestrian operated power vehicles |