BS 7212:2006 pdf download – Code of practice for the safe use of construction hoists

BS 7212:2006 pdf download – Code of practice for the safe use of construction hoists 3.3 base frame part of a hoist that provides support for the mast and elevating assembly 3.4 buffer resilient stop at the end of the travel of a hoist, comprising a means of arresting the movement of the hoist NOTE Buffers usually operate by means of fluid dampers or springs. 3.5 competent person person who is deemed to be competent and has such practical and theoretical knowledge and such experience of the construction hoist and its equipment as are necessary to carry out specific duties and responsibilities 3.6 demonstrator person trained, and authorized by the appointed person (supplier), to demonstrate the controls and functions of the hoist to trained operators 3.7 drop test test in which a hoist cage or platform is allowed to free fall in order to check the correct functioning of the overspeed safety device 3.8 erection load maximum load permitted on the cage or platform of the hoist during the erection process, as specified by the hoist manufacturer NOTE This is normally less than the rated load for the hoist. 3.9 erection supervisor trained person, authorized by the appointed person (supplier), who is responsible for the erection, modification and dismantling of hoists and who is on site at all times that such work is taking place NOTE Also known in the industry as a “first man” or “lead erector”. 3.10 erector trained person, authorized by the appointed person (supplier), who carries out the erection, modification and dismantling of hoists under the direction of the erection supervisor 3.11 guides parts of the mast which provide guiding for the hoist cage or platform 3.12 hoistway total space which is travelled by a hoist cage or platform 3.13 in service condition of a hoist in which the cage or platform (laden or unladen) is in a position other than at the lowest landing level, or in which the cage or platform is at the lowest landing level and laden 3.14 landing area in a building or construction intended for loading and unloading the cage or platform of a hoist and to and from which persons can enter and leave the hoist 3.15 mast structure that supports and guides the hoist cage or platform (and the counterweight when provided) outside of the mast structure 3.16 mast tie anchorage system used to provide lateral restraint to...