Posted By Tabs If it is possible for them to fall while doing it, section 2 of the HSAWA 74, and the W@H Regs If it is not possible for them to fall while doing it, and not possible for them to fall whilst on the roof, and not possible for them to fall while getting back into the MEWP, then I don't know of a prohibition.

Posted By gham You won't find it because it does not exist. Was it a cherry picker or a Scossors lift with a platform extention. I can be done safely, eg extent the boom to an area greater than 2m from the oen egde or at a poitn where a suitable structural anchor can be attached to before leaving the platform/basket. I'll dig out the HSE guidance that suggests this method, something to do with chainsaws and tree surgery i think I'll get back to you soon!

Posted By JAI sorry should have said Don’t: • use the SAE in adverse weather conditions, eg high winds, against manufacturer ’s or expert advice; • access or leave the cradle other than at ground level or a designated safe access point; • enter the cradle from over the parapet unless your harness can be attached to a secure anchor point; • attempt any reckless or dangerous practices, eg rocking the cradle, dropping equipment to colleagues on the ground, taking friends ‘joy riding’; • by-pass any safety device incorporated in any part of the system; • overload the cradle beyond its safe working load (SWL), eg extra materials or people.

Posted By JAI i have i stopped the job, they don't agree with me they think it is safe to climb out 30ft in the air and step onto a roof with no fall protection and not hooked on,,,they are looking for my reasons in print from the hse etc but i have found limited information as usual MISC611 guidance states don't access or leave the cradle other than at ground level or a designated safe access point; what is a safe access point whilst in thew air? please provide info to show these clever people Jai

Posted By steven bentham I have seen this very successfully done by fixing two scaffolding tubes to extend across the front of the mewp cage The mewp is then positioned just onto the roof. You have then a narrow strip protected where a worker can walk with harness and have limited edge protection. All work is well within the confines of the protected area. Probably suited for small inpection type jobs rather where full scaffolding would be expensive. Providing the 'skilled & trained workman' stays within this you have the protection of edge protection and a harness. (Not suitable for fragile roofs).

Posted By gham Now you've explained it a bit better, quite right have them get their act together, I didn't realise they where a contracting company

Posted By Expat Safety Contact IPAF www.ipaf.org as they are the leading body in powered access and will be able to provide you with the information that you require. I can advise you though that when receiving the training you are informed that it is not permitted to leave the basket and I believe this policy is adopted by most of the respected construction contractors.

Posted By John Lewis Steven Bentham describes a system which I have allowed on site as recently as this morning. I was sceptical initially and suggested a tower scaffold be used. We discussed the options and as paint tins (lots of them) were involved and hence a lot of carrying and lifting, I asked to see the system in operation. The end platform of the scissors lift MEWP was extended at height over the roof and the guard rail folded flat. Extended side rails preserved the safe area. It worked a treat and allowed a safe place of work whilst restraint ropes were installed. Another advantage is the total lack of a tower for kiddies to play on if they came on site because the MEWP is moved elsewhere after work ceases. Having said all of the above, I would never allow a cherry picker to be exited at height.