Document ID (ISN) | 51143 |
CIS number |
89-293 |
ISBN(s) |
3-88314-455-X (Vol.1); 3-88314-456-8 (Vol.2) |
Year |
1985 |
Convention or series no. |
Fb 433
|
Author(s) |
Vogt M., Kirchner J.H., Erke H., Packebusch L., Wessel W., Zimolong B. Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz |
Title |
Prevention of falls at work. Part A. Safety and ergonomic measures. Part B. Development of psychological occupational training programmes |
Original title |
Verhinderung von Absturzunfällen - Teil A. Sicherheitliche und ergonomische Massnahmen. Teil B. Entwicklung arbeitspsychologischer Schulungsprogramme [in German] |
Bibliographic information |
Wirtschaftsverlag NW, Verlag für neue Wissenschaft GmbH, Postfach 10 11 10, 2850 Bremerhaven 1, Federal Republic of Germany, 1985. Vol.1: 374p. Vol.2: 82p. Illus. Price: DEM 37.00 + 16.00. |
Abstract |
This report contains: description of the measures taken against fall accidents; classification and description of fall arresting devices; summaries of US reports on ergonomic design of the devices and comparison with conditions in the Federal Republic of Germany; an evaluation of domestic and foreign regulations on the devices. Check lists and a directory of manufacturers are included. The 2nd part deals with the psychological aspects of the problem and gives improved methods of training of supervisors and safety representatives. |
Descriptors (primary) |
protection against falls from heights; safety training in industry; falls from heights; psychology of accidents |
Descriptors (secondary) |
falls of persons; safety devices; report; railings; check lists; legislation; directory; fall arresters; personal protective equipment |
Document type |
E - Books, reports, proceedings |
Subject(s) |
Personal protection
|
Broad subject area(s) |
Mechanical hazards, transport
|
Browse category(ies) |
Falls from heights Psychological factors OSH training
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