BS EN 16719:2018

What is BS EN 16719 - Transport platforms about? 

BS EN 16719 is applicable to transport platforms. 

BS EN 16719 specifies temporarily installed, guided powered platforms with rack and pinion drive, which have an open platform and hold-to-run controls operated by authorized, trained operators on the platform. 

Note: 

BS EN 16719 does not include 

• Hydraulic drives for transport platforms 
• Wire rope drives for transport platforms 
• Chain drives for transport platforms 
• Use as a mast climbing work platform (see EN 1495) 
• Use as a goods hoist (see EN 12158-1) 
• Use as a passenger/goods hoist (see EN 12159) 

Who is BS EN 16719 - Transport platforms for?  

BS EN 16719 on transport platforms is useful for: 

• Manufacturers transport platforms 
• Construction industries 
• Civil engineers 
• Building contractors 
• Construction sites 

Why should you use BS EN 16719 - Transport platforms?  

BS EN 16719 is the type C standard which is used for transporting authorized passengers and materials vertically (or along the path 15° maximum of the vertical), at limited speed, with a minimum safety offset distance and serving fixed levels on a building or structure for construction-related activities including renovation and maintenance. 

BS EN 16719 deals with transport platform installation. It includes the base frame and base enclosure but excludes the design of any concrete, hardcore, timber or other foundation arrangements. It includes the design of mast ties but excludes the design of anchorage bolts to the supporting structure. It includes the landing gates and their frames but excludes the design of any anchorage fixing bolts to the supporting structure. 

BS EN 16719 helps you to identify hazards listed in BS EN 16719 that arise during the various phases in life. Also, describes methods that help you for elimination or reduction of hazards.