What is this solution pack about?
BS 7255:2023 gives recommendations for the safety of persons when gaining access to and from the work area on a lift installation and while working there. The recommendations also relate to the safety of others present in the vicinity, whether they are working or not, who could be endangered by the actions of those working on lifts.
Why should you use this solution pack?
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It increases protection for workers. BS 7522:2023 gives authoritative and trusted recommendations that increase the safety of working practices on lifts.
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It’s better than ever. BS 7522:2023 has been modernized to incorporate new lifts, new safe working procedures and improvements to the safety of existing lifts. It also reflects experience gained in the industry and from accidents since the last revision to include new guidance in new areas (see What’s new for details).
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It’s more user-friendly. Acting on user feedback, the structure has been revised to increase readability.
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It can help build lift engineers’ confidence and expertise, helping with recruitment and retention of the best talent and skills.
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It can strengthen risk management of lift maintenance companies.