How often should a mobile tower be inspected?

All towers must be inspected following assembly and then at suitable regular intervals by a competent person. In addition, if the tower is used for construction work and a person could fall 2 metres or more from the working platform, then it must be inspected following assembly and then every 7 days.

How long do you keep Tower inspection record?

If the tower is incomplete, damaged or unsafe, complete the red side. / Attach the record to the tower in a prominent, visible position. / Keep a copy of the Inspection Record on site until completion of the project, then store it safely for another three months.

What is the current standard for mobile access towers?

EN1004
EN1004 covers standard mobile towers in the height range of 2.5m to 8m for external (outdoors) use and 2.5m to 12m internal (indoors) use.

Do you need PASMA to use a mobile tower?

Both PASMA and the HSE specifically recommend that you do not use a safety harness and lanyard when working on mobile towers. If the guardrails have been correctly installed then the tower has collective fall protection so personal fall protection is not necessary.

How often should a tower scaffold be checked?

every 7 days
A scaffold used for construction should be inspected before it is used for the first time and then every 7 days, until it is removed. It should also be inspected each time it is exposed to conditions likely to cause deterioration eg following adverse weather conditions or following substantial alteration.

What is the maximum height for a mobile tower scaffold?

around 10-12m
A mobile access tower (or ‘zip up’ tower) provides a free standing, stable working platform up to a maximum height of around 10-12m.

What should be included in a site inspection report?

Site Inspection Report Template

Add a safety hazards observed;
Enter description of hazards.
Create a Corrective Action by clicking on the paperclip icon and clicking “Action”, then enter description, assign to member, set priority and due date.
Take relevant photos, enter location and date.

What is bs1139?

BS 1139 is the standard that specifies the specifications for size, length, thickness, type of material, load capacity, etc. of scaffolding materials, including tubes tightly linked by a fitting system of clamps, couplers, putlog, boards, ladders, etc., forming a tube and fittings scaffolding system.

What does pasma cover?

IPAF (International Powered Access Federation) courses cover the safe use of powered access, while PASMA (Prefabricated Access Suppliers Manufacturers Association) courses cover the safe use of mobile access towers. Each type of equipment is different, and therefore requires different training.

Is pasma mandatory?

PASMA training would be useful for anyone who works at height with low-level equipment, which also includes ladders. It isn’t a legal requirement but it is important to work safely and compliantly on any task you’re undertaking, which can be assured when following PASMA regulations.

When should mobile towers be inspected? Towers must be inspected as often as is necessary to ensure safety.

Why do you need a Pasma tower inspection record?

For a highly visible inspection record system which is designed specifically for mobile access towers, the PASMA Tower Inspection Record lets operatives, supervisors and managers see at a glance when a tower is ready for use. Equally importantly it also serves as a visible warning to potential users if the tower is not ready for use.

How often should a work at height report be issued?

You should complete and issue the inspection report in accordance with the requirements of the work at Height Regulations. Re-inspect the tower as often as is necessary to ensure safety but at least every 7 days and issue a new report each time.

What do you need to know about tower crane maintenance?

All maintenance personnel should have received machine specific training, traceable to the tower crane manufacturer, before carrying out maintenance tasks on any tower crane. Maintenance operations on tower cranes require adequate facilities and equipment to enable them to be carried out effectively, efficiently and safely.

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