Hi All, 

we have man-up FLT's at a couple of our sites and are currently refereshing our rescue procedure for a person stranded at height. We are currently looking at a combination of 4 options for a VNA stranded at height where the operator is NOT incapacitated and the Fire alarm isn't ringing:

1. Lower the cab using the hydraulic pressure relief valve

2. Call Fire and Rescue emergency services

3. Call the FLT Manufacturer's engineer (often on site, but not always)

4. Carry out a basket to basket rescue using a scissor lift

I'm not looking to debate the moral issues, the costs, the what if scenarios and the legal requirements etc. - we've done that to death!

What I would like to ask the forum is does anyone have any other solutions at all? Has anyone actually had to effect a rescue and if so, are you willing to share your experiences please?

Thank you in anticipation

Danny

Edited by user 20 June 2025 14:11:12(UTC)  | Reason: word duplication