Health & Safety
SGB Mastclimbers’ primary focus is always SAFETY.
All contracts are executed in strict compliance with our safety policies and
in accordance with published legislation.
What governs the maintenance and use of Mast Climbing Work Platforms?
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Maintains that the person operating the piece of plant is ultimately responsible
for the safe use of the equipment that he / she is operating
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
Covering inspection and thorough examination of MCWP
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) Covering Equipment Selection, Training, Personal Protective Equipment, and
Testing for power tools.
Working at Height Regulations 2005
Covering all aspects of Planning, Equipment Selection, Execution and Supervision
of work above ground level
BS 7981: 2002
A code of practise for the installation, maintenance, thorough examinations and
safe use of mast climbing work platforms
EN 1495: 1998
The design standards for mast climbing work platforms
