Safe handling of solar collectors and other large items on roofs. Rev 01:2017
Information Sheet 02
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
Information Sheet
Abstract
Aims to highlight ways to minimise the risks of working on roofs while handling solar collectors and other large items. Detailing the risk assessment, planning and method statement and the requirements relating to solar collectors and large heavy objects.
History
First published 2012, revised 2017.
Subjects
- Roofs
- Special subject areas
- Health and safety
- Building structure
- Work at height
Publisher History
Established in 1998, the Advisory Committee for Roof Safety (formerly known as Advisory Committee for Roofwork) is a body dedicated to making working on roofs safer. The committee is made up of nominees from trade associations and organisations involved in roofwork who provide the experience and advice given in their documents.
Information
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