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Document ID (ISN)105802
CIS number 06-1460
ISSN - Serial title 1287-7778 - Prévention BTP
Year 2005
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Richard A.M.
Title MEWPs - Tailor-made solutions for each construction site
Original title PEMP - Des solutions sur mesure pour chaque chantier [in French]
Bibliographic information Nov. 2005, No.79, p.30-32. Illus. 1 ref.
Abstract As an alternative to the usual practice of scaffolding, mobile elevated working platforms (MEWPs) allow for the increased productivity and safety of work teams thanks to their possibilities of quick installation and their ease of use. This article describes the hazards inherent in this type of equipment and outlines preventive measures. Topics addressed: qualification of operators; equipment checks; types of equipment; selection of equipment.
Descriptors (primary) construction sites; building industry; elevating platforms
Descriptors (secondary) description of equipment; safety checks; selection of equipment; construction equipment
Document type D - Periodical articles
Country / State or ProvinceFrance
Subject(s) Construction industry
Broad subject area(s) Mechanical hazards, transport
Browse category(ies) Elevators, escalators and hoists
Construction industry and civil engineering