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Document ID (ISN)105157
CIS number 06-701
ISSN - Serial title 1287-7778 - Prévention BTP
Year 2006
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Richard A.M.
Title Builders' hoists - Safety at all levels
Original title Monte-matériaux - La sécurité à tous les étages [in French]
Bibliographic information Feb. 2006, No.82, p.26-27. Illus. 3 ref.
Abstract Transporting materials to upper levels on construction sites involves strenuous handling that in turn gives rise to occupational accidents and diseases. This article covers the safety aspects of builders' hoists: selection of equipment; mandatory checks; safe use and operation; safety rules to be followed.
Descriptors (primary) construction sites; safe working methods; builders hoists
Descriptors (secondary) legal aspects; safety checks; safety rules; selection of equipment
Document type D - Periodical articles
Country / State or ProvinceFrance
Subject(s) Construction industry
Materials handling and storage
Broad subject area(s) Mechanical hazards, transport
Browse category(ies) Elevators, escalators and hoists