Notes for guidance on PUWER (regulations 11 and 12) in relation to guarding and cleaning augers on piling operations
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Abstract
Establishes a practical approach to the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 as amended, in relation to rigs used in the bored piling industry. Covers continuous flight auger, rotary bored piling, displacement auger piling, and mini piling systems. Includes recommendations for guarding and cleaning.
History
First published 2000, updated 2002, 2013 and 2015. Edition 2b dated 2013. Edition 2c dated November 2015
Subjects
- Earthworks/foundations/piling/retaining walls
- PUWER
- Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
- Special subject areas
- Bearing piles
- Workplace equipment
- Health and safety
Publisher History
Since 1963 the Federation of Piling Specialists has provided technical guidance to the ground engineering sector.
Information
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