What is BS EN 61477 - Requirements for the utilization of tools and devices about?
BS EN 61477 is a British standard which gives the minimum requirements relative to specification, manufacture, selection, application and maintenance of tools, devices and equipment for live working. BS EN 61477 provides the type of information which is useful to skilled persons in order to make the use of tools, devices and equipment safer. This type of information includes:
- The characteristics of tools, devices and equipment
- Their conditions for use
- Their conditions for maintenance
- Their conditions for storage and transportation
Who is BS EN 61477 - Requirements for the utilization of tools and devices for?
BS EN 61477 on requirements for the utilization of tools and devices is useful for:
- Construction and building industry
- Telecommunication industry
- Manufacturing units
- Power plants
Why should you use BS EN 61477 - Requirements for the utilization of tools and devices?
Having access to reliable specification is essential for the utilization of standardized tools, devices and equipment. BS EN 61477 provides manufacturers with the characteristics of tools, conditions of use, conditions for maintenance, along with the conditions for storage and transportation, which allows them to effectively manufacture, use and maintain tools, devices and equipment for live working purposes.
BS EN 61477 ensures safe and secure means of using and installing of tools and devices for live working.
