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What must a person conducting a thorough examination do upon discovering a defect in lifting equipment?
What must a person conducting a thorough examination do upon discovering a defect in lifting equipment?
- Notify the employer immediately of any danger (correct)
- Ignore the defect if it's minor
- Ensure the equipment is used until a formal report is made
- Complete the report within one week
What is required of an employer when notified of an imminent risk by the Competent Person?
What is required of an employer when notified of an imminent risk by the Competent Person?
- Report the defect to the insurance company only
- Proceed with repairs without stopping equipment use
- Ensure that the lifting equipment is not used until the defect is fixed (correct)
- Wait for a written report to be submitted before taking action
How long must an employer keep the EC Declaration of Conformity for lifting equipment?
How long must an employer keep the EC Declaration of Conformity for lifting equipment?
- Indefinitely, unless the equipment is no longer operated
- For as long as they operate the lifting equipment (correct)
- Only until the first inspection is completed
- For a maximum of five years from acquisition
For how long must reports of thorough examinations of lifting accessories be kept?
For how long must reports of thorough examinations of lifting accessories be kept?
What is the purpose of Regulation 10 under LOLER?
What is the purpose of Regulation 10 under LOLER?
What should be included in the report of a thorough examination?
What should be included in the report of a thorough examination?
Who is responsible for sending a report to the relevant enforcing authority when a serious defect is found?
Who is responsible for sending a report to the relevant enforcing authority when a serious defect is found?
What does LOLER specifically refer to when discussing lifting equipment?
What does LOLER specifically refer to when discussing lifting equipment?
What was the principal aim of the 'New Approach' adopted by the European Union?
What was the principal aim of the 'New Approach' adopted by the European Union?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive?
What do the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations ensure?
What do the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations ensure?
Which of the following is NOT addressed by the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations?
Which of the following is NOT addressed by the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations?
What implication does a CE mark on a product signify?
What implication does a CE mark on a product signify?
How long ago was the 'New Approach' initiated by the European Union?
How long ago was the 'New Approach' initiated by the European Union?
What type of equipment is primarily affected by the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive?
What type of equipment is primarily affected by the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive?
Which directive works alongside the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive to ensure safe working practices?
Which directive works alongside the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive to ensure safe working practices?
What is the designation for Class A zinc finish?
What is the designation for Class A zinc finish?
What influence does a daily operator check have on the safety of manual lifting machines?
What influence does a daily operator check have on the safety of manual lifting machines?
Which standard should local or application-specific regulations typically follow?
Which standard should local or application-specific regulations typically follow?
What should be done if the rope cannot be kept clean?
What should be done if the rope cannot be kept clean?
Which standard can be used in the absence of the original equipment manufacturer’s criteria for determining rope serviceability?
Which standard can be used in the absence of the original equipment manufacturer’s criteria for determining rope serviceability?
What is the primary standard for the thorough examination of Overhead Travelling Cranes in the UK?
What is the primary standard for the thorough examination of Overhead Travelling Cranes in the UK?
Which prefix is commonly used alongside the ISO number for British Standards?
Which prefix is commonly used alongside the ISO number for British Standards?
Which standard outlines the design for bridge and gantry cranes?
Which standard outlines the design for bridge and gantry cranes?
Which document is used to specify minimum criteria for the inspection of overhead cranes?
Which document is used to specify minimum criteria for the inspection of overhead cranes?
What does BS ISO 4309 address?
What does BS ISO 4309 address?
Which of the following standards is acknowledged for crane classification?
Which of the following standards is acknowledged for crane classification?
Which standard would be relevant for monitoring the design working period of cranes?
Which standard would be relevant for monitoring the design working period of cranes?
What is the focus of BS EN 13001?
What is the focus of BS EN 13001?
When is manual operation of lifting equipment considered appropriate?
When is manual operation of lifting equipment considered appropriate?
What may happen if examiners of lifting equipment are not familiar with national regulations?
What may happen if examiners of lifting equipment are not familiar with national regulations?
Which of the following is NOT one of the categories of standards related to overhead travelling cranes?
Which of the following is NOT one of the categories of standards related to overhead travelling cranes?
What do manufacturing standards for overhead travelling cranes primarily cover?
What do manufacturing standards for overhead travelling cranes primarily cover?
Under which category would you find standards for cranes focusing on design criteria?
Under which category would you find standards for cranes focusing on design criteria?
Which ISO standard type is generally recognized internationally?
Which ISO standard type is generally recognized internationally?
What should a 'Competent Person' ensure when examining lifting equipment?
What should a 'Competent Person' ensure when examining lifting equipment?
Which of the following describes heavy load situations that necessitate power operation?
Which of the following describes heavy load situations that necessitate power operation?
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Study Notes
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
- Regulation 10 mandates thorough examination reports, requiring immediate notification of defects posing danger to personnel.
- Reports must be documented, signed, and sent to the employer, including a copy sent to relevant authorities if serious risks are present.
- Employers must prevent the use of defective lifting equipment until issues are resolved.
Keeping of Information
- Employers must retain the EC Declaration of Conformity while operating lifting equipment and ensure reports are available for inspection.
- Reports for lifting equipment should be kept until the equipment ceases operation; lifting accessory reports must be retained for two years.
LOLER and Competent Persons
- LOLER includes requirements for thorough examination and inspection, allowing testing as part of the process.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
- The EMC Directive 2004/108/EC aims to reduce trade barriers by standardizing health and safety rules for electrical products.
- UK implements the EMC Directive through the Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations, ensuring equipment does not interfere with telecommunications while maintaining immunity from disturbance.
- Compliance indicated by CE marking confirms adherence to relevant directives.
Manual vs. Power Operation
- Manual operation is suitable for light, infrequent loads with precision placement; power operation is advised for heavy, frequent, or rapid lifting tasks.
Standards for Overhead Travelling Cranes
- Standards are categorized into Design, Classification, Gantries, Thorough Examination, and Other Relevant Standards.
- Key standards include:
- BS EN 13001 for general crane design.
- BS 7121-2-7: 2012 for thorough examination protocols.
Types of Standards
- Manufacturing standards define dimensions and safe working loads (e.g., BS EN 14492).
- Performance standards set product criteria (e.g., BS EN 13001); ISO standards often serve as a basis for national standards.
- British Standards are often derived from ISO standards by adding the prefix 'BS' to the ISO number.
Wire Rope Safety
- Wire rope examination is crucial for safe operation, influenced by competent persons and daily operator checks.
- Cleanliness of wire ropes is essential; if impractical, alternative inspection methods like electromagnetic methods may be employed.
- BS ISO 4309 provides criteria for assessing the serviceability of load ropes; refer to BS EN 13411 for terminations in steel wire ropes.
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