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Document ID (ISN)53045
CIS number 90-278
ISSN - Serial title 0723-7561 - Die BG
Year 1988
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Macke K.
Title Platforms for rescuing crane operators from cabins at a great height
Original title Rettungsplattform zur Rettung von Kranführern aus hochliegenden Führerhäusern [in German]
Bibliographic information May 1988, No.5, p.316-317. Illus.
Abstract The elevating platforms described are used for the rescuing of crane operators from their cabin at heights of e.g. 30 to 35m. They have room for three first-aid attendants, the patient and a medical doctor. They can accommodate a stretcher and first-aid equipment necessary for emergency treatment e.g. for a heart attack or injuries from accidents.
Descriptors (primary) elevating platforms; work at height; rescue equipment; first aid; crane cabins
Descriptors (secondary) first-aid equipment; first-aid services; emergency organization
Document type D - Periodical articles
Subject(s) Medicine, hygiene and first aid
Broad subject area(s) Fires, explosions and major hazards
Browse category(ies) Cranes
First aid and emergency organization
Elevators, escalators and hoists