This Subsection of BS 5655 specifies requirements for the testing and examination of new hydraulic lifts covered by BS 5655-2:1988, before the lift is put into service.
This Subsection does not specify such requirements for hydraulic lifts after modernization, or for the periodic examination of hydraulic lifts.
This Subsection includes a proforma for a certificate of test and examination which covers
construction, certain aspects of performance, and contract data. A requirement to provide test
certificates relating to certain components of the equipment is also specified in this Subsection.
NOTE Guidance on testing and inspection is given in section 2 of BS 5655-6.