Document ID (ISN) | 100325 |
CIS number |
02-1056 |
Year |
1999 |
Convention or series no. |
BGR 157
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Author(s) |
Hauptverband der gewerblichen Berufsgenossenschaften (HVBG) |
Title |
Safety rules of 1 April 1999 on vehicle maintenance [Germany] |
Original title |
BG-Regeln Fahrzeug-Instandhaltung vom April 1999 [in German] |
Bibliographic information |
Carl Heymanns Verlag KG, Luxemburger Strasse 449, 50939 Köln, Germany, Apr. 1999. 85p. Illus. Index. |
Internet access |
http://www.bgfe.de/pages/gesetze/bgr/BGR_157.pdf [in German]
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Abstract |
Safety regulations of the German Occupational Accident Insurance Federation (Hauptverband der gewerblichen Berufsgenossenschaften) concerning vehicle maintenance that came into effect in April 1999. They replace safety regulations ZH 1/454 (see CIS 82-256) and apply to the maintenance, modification and disassembly of vehicles or vehicle parts, as well as to installations used for these purposes. Contents: definitions; general requirements; requirements applicable to premises and equipment; general provisions concerning the various tasks, protective equipment and personal hygiene; provisions concerning specific hazards (dangerous substances, fire or explosions, electrical hazards, work on vehicles or on rails); testing of equipment. Appendices include: check lists for electrical safety of installations and equipment; other controls to be made; legislation, regulations and related standards. |
Descriptors (primary) |
occupational safety; road vehicles; maintenance and repair; Germany |
Descriptors (secondary) |
fire fighting; safety rules; vehicle inspection pits; flammable liquids; engine test beds; electricity; harmful substances; lubricants; dangerous equipment; battery charging; ventilation systems; personal protective equipment; maintenance shops; repair shops; directive; dangerous substances |
Document type |
A - Laws, regulations, directives |
Country / State or Province | Germany |
Subject(s) |
Standards and directives with the force of law
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Broad subject area(s) |
Mechanical hazards, transport
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Browse category(ies) |
Road transportation
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