Code of practice for safe use of cranes. Tower cranes (Withdrawn)

BS 7121-5:2006

British Standards Institution
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Document Status

Withdrawn, Document not available for download

Supplement

Core Supplement

Series

BS

Abstract

Gives recommendations for the safe installation and use of tower cranes, including self-erecting tower cranes. Subjects covered include selection of tower cranes, planning the installation (including site specific design work, e.g. base and ties), erection, extension (including climbing), thorough examination (including testing), maintenance, operation, and dismantling, as well as safety measures to be taken during the execution of all the above functions. Also covers the appropriate selection and training of personnel involved in the safe installation and use of tower cranes.

History

Superseded by BS 7121-5:2019. Supersedes BS 7121-5:1997. Confirmed June 2016.

ISBN

0580481298

Subjects

  • Construction site equipment
  • Lifting equipment

Publisher History

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