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andyblue77  
#1 Posted : 21 July 2010 15:14:01(UTC)
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Hi all Could anyone possibly direct me towards legislation that exists or acop for lorry mounted cranes working next to a motorway. I think chapter 8? offers some scope but as of yet I have been unable to obtain it and have had to make with information minutes and the odd case study cheers Andy
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simonmillward  
#2 Posted : 21 July 2010 16:20:42(UTC)
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Hi Andy To my knowledge there is no specific legislation with respect to lorry mounted cranes near motorways, chapter 8 is the corner stone of sign, lighting and guarding which sets out minimum distances, tapers etc to ensure sufficient protection to workers on the highway. Would this not be part of the risk assessment which should cover any associated work being carried out by the lorry mounted crane??
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RP  
#3 Posted : 21 July 2010 18:50:43(UTC)
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Chapter 8 can be downloaded here http://dftsearch.dft.gov...amp;q=chapter+8&pg=1 There are two sections, Pt1 and Pt2. As the previous post suggests, there is no information in it about using the lorry loader in these situations. The general principles will apply always with lorry loaders, regardless of site along with site specific hazards/risks.
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bob youel  
#4 Posted : 22 July 2010 07:44:06(UTC)
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LOLER applies
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andyblue77  
#5 Posted : 22 July 2010 09:23:28(UTC)
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Thanks for the advice,the link was useful and saved for future ref
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Ron Hunter  
#6 Posted : 22 July 2010 13:28:59(UTC)
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If this work can be defined as 'construction work' then CDM Regs apply. Allied Guidance HSG151 has a pertinent example (relating to a real-life accident) at page 10. CDM ACoP and HSG151 available as free pdf from HSE website.
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roydickson  
#7 Posted : 22 July 2010 20:24:58(UTC)
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Andy You might also want to have a look at BS7121 which is the Code of Practice for Crane and Part 4 specifically covers lorry loaders. R
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bob youel  
#8 Posted : 23 July 2010 07:23:43(UTC)
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if the jib/load swings out over 'anothers' property you will also need to consider this aspect
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