BS EN 13157:2004+A1:2009

What is BS EN 13157 - Hand powered cranes about?  

BS EN 13157 is a European Standard on cranes. The main aim of BS EN 13157 is to provide one means for hand powered lifting equipment to conform to the essential health and safety requirements. 

BS EN 13157 specifies requirements for the following hand powered lifting equipment defined in clause 3: 

• Hand chain blocks
• Lever hoists 
• Jaw winches 
• Hand powered trolleys supporting lifting machines 
• Drum winches 
• Pulley blocks and deflection pulley 

The significant hazards covered by BS EN 13157 are identified in clause 4. 

BS EN 13157 is applicable to hand powered lifting equipment, which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this standard. 

Note 1:BS EN 13157 does not cover hazards related to the lifting of persons. 

Note 2: BS EN 13157 does not specify the additional requirements for: 

• Use in ambient temperature outside the range of - 10°C to + 50°C, 

• Hand powered lifting equipment in direct contact with food stuffs or pharmaceuticals requiring a high level of cleanliness for hygiene reasons 
• Hazards resulting from handling specific hazardous materials (e.g. explosives, hot molten masses, radiating materials) 
• Hazards caused by operation in an explosive atmosphere 

Who is BS EN 13157 - Hand powered cranes for? 

BS EN 13157 on hand powered cranes is useful for: 

• Crane manufacturers 
• Designers of lifting equipment 
• Manufacturers and suppliers of wire rope, pulley blocks, winches and trolleys 

Why should you use BS EN 13157 - Hand powered cranes? 

The lifting devices facilitate the relocation of heavy loads safely and quickly, increasing your workplace productivity. Hand powered cranes help your business safely transport goods and loads around the workplace. The selection of lifting equipment available helps to improve the overall safety within the working environment for employees and reduces any risk of potential damage. 

BS EN 13157 provides the list of significant hazards and associated requirements for hand chain blocks, lever hoists, jaw winches, hand powered trolleys, drum winches and pulley blocks and sheaves. 

BS EN 13157 covers the safety requirements and/or measures, verification and information for use of the lifting equipment. 

As a result, if you are a crane manufacturer, complying with BS EN 13157 can help demonstrate the quality, performance, and dependability of your products.