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Elevated Work Platforms Part 1: Pre-Operation Checks, Safety Equipment & Controlled Descent

Synopsis
Construction companies, utilities and local authorities use a wide variety of Elevated Work Platforms (EWPs). General industry also utilise EWPs for repair and maintenance work. The main types of EWP are: Boom devices (e.g. cherry pickers); Scissor lifts;
Vertical lift devices. The main safety principles in respect of these EWPs are covered in this video and in Elevated Work Platforms - Part 2 (Safe Operation).

This video covers: Transportation of your EWP to and from the work place; Work site hazards which you may encounter; The importance of planning your work; Positioning and stabilising of an EWP; Correct operating procedures; Post operation inspections and shut down procedures.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Documentation
e
Subjects
Civil Engineering & Building; Health & safety
Keywords
construction industry; safety measures; height; elevated work platforms

Distribution Formats

Type
VHS
Format
PAL
Price
£200.00
Duration/Size
12 minutes
Year
2005

Distributor

Name

Vocam Europe

Web
http://www.vocam.com/england/default.htm External site opens in new window
Phone
0121-707 0092
Fax
0121-706 4002
Address
2nd floor
Virginia House
Olton
Solihull
B92 7HX

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