PUWER
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations also came into force in December 1998 (SI 2306). PUWER imposes duties on an employer including the self employed, in respect of work equipment and the use thereof. The definition of ‘Work Equipment’ includes machinery and Lifting equipment is work equipment. Thus LOLER and PUWER are very closely linked.
Therefore, in addition to the to the points raised above, BIL recommend you consider the following additional points:
- Is the equipment suitable for the conditions of the operation?
- Will the equipment affect the Health and Safety of the persons using it ?
- Is the Equipment regularly maintained ?
- Does the Equipment conform to relevant E.C. directives?
- Have personnel been trained to use the equipment and are there instructions available ?
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