| Title |
Thorough examination and testing of lifts |
| SubTitle |
Simple guidance for lift owners. |
| Free Download |
Free pdf copy available Click Here to view document. |
| Author |
HSE |
| Series Code |
INDG |
| Series Number |
339 |
| Publisher |
HSE Books |
| Date of Publication |
2001 |
| Length |
9 pages |
| Stock Code |
INDG339 |
| ISBN |
0717620301 |
| Quantity Per Pack |
10 |
| Notes |
leaflet.(IND G 339)(INDG 339) (10 copies per pack). |
| Abstract |
This leaflet is aimed at lift owners or those responsible for the safe operation of a lift used at work. The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) requires that all lifts provided for use in work activities are thoroughly examined by a competent person at regular intervals. This leaflet explains what needs to be done to comply with the law. Contents: Introduction; What is a thorough examination? Role of the dutyholder; Selecting a competent person; The thorough examination; Examination schemes; Action following notification of defects; Documentation; Record keeping; Further advice; Further information. |
| Keywords |
General guidance; Good Practice; Preventative maintenance; Landing and car doors and their interlocks; Worm and other gearing; Main drive system components; Governors; Safety gear; Suspension ropes; Suspension chains; Overload detection devices; Electrical devices; Braking systems; Hydraulics; Competant person |