EdmoLift Products Manual
Risks when using lifts
A number of common Lift applications are listed below. together with examples of risks that can occur. Additionally
examples of appropriate preventative and remedial actions are given. Often accessories can be included for increased
operational safety, or to increase working efficiency.
NOTE! This list does not comprise all possible risks, but serves as a guideline when preparing an individual
Risk Assessment.
Application
General
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Risk
Unauthorised operation
Unauthorised entry under raised
platform
Overloading
Managing
Regulations
Environmental factors
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2005-02-01
Action, Example
Signage
Training - Instructions
Lockable Mains Isolator Switch
Lockable Control Box
Appropriate environment?
Training - Instructions
Signage
Galvanized mesh guards
Safety bellows guards
Barriers
Choose correct product with regards
to load distribution, load location,
mobile loads etc.
Training
Instructions
Signage
Control devices
Emergency STOP
Obligatory inspections
Building and construction regulations
Fire protection
Regulations for safety and health
Risk assessments
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