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RobW: /* Ladders */

2024-02-12T21:18:45Z

Ladders

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	===Ladders===		===Ladders===

			Please follow the below guidance when using ladders or steps.

	* Ladder/stepladder to be positioned where it will not be pushed over e.g. by vehicles, walked into or under by persons, or exposed to other hazards e.g. from doors or windows. If this is impractical you may need to close the area off.		* Ladder/stepladder to be positioned where it will not be pushed over e.g. by vehicles, walked into or under by persons, or exposed to other hazards e.g. from doors or windows. If this is impractical you may need to close the area off.
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	* Users to wear appropriate footwear that is dry, have a good grip and less likely to make them slip on the ladder.		* Users to wear appropriate footwear that is dry, have a good grip and less likely to make them slip on the ladder.
	* Only one person to use the ladder at a time.		* Only one person to use the ladder at a time.
	* 3 points of contact maintained on the ladder/stepladder except for very brief periods of time		* 3 points of contact maintained on the ladder/stepladder except for very brief periods of time.
			* Two person operation for use. Second team member to assist by steadying ladder and passing equipment / tools.
			* Do not stand on top three steps of step ladder/ladder as these provide hand hold.
	Two person operation for use. Second team member to assist by steadying ladder and passing equipment / tools.		* Avoid sideways working whilst on the ladder and avoid over-reaching.

	~~Staff to be instructed~~ not to stand on top three steps of step ladder/ladder as these provide hand hold.

	~~Staff to be instructed to avoid~~ sideways working and avoid over-reaching.

	~~When a step ladder in use, the area around it is to be kept clear of people. Hazard warning signage to be provided where required.~~

	~~Staff to be instructed that vacuum/jet wash must not be used on ladder /step ladder/ table/ chair etc. If area cannot be reached – a contractor is employed with specialist access equipment~~.

	~~To be stored correctly~~ where it ~~will~~ be ~~secure~~ and not exposed to a risk of damage.		After using the ladder ensure it is put back where you found it. They be stored securely and not exposed to a risk of damage or adverse weather.

RobW: /* Non- power tools */

2024-02-12T21:15:38Z

Non- power tools

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	To be stored correctly where it will be secure and not exposed to a risk of damage.		To be stored correctly where it will be secure and not exposed to a risk of damage.

	~~===Non- power tools===~~

RobW: /* Ladders */

2024-02-12T21:15:15Z

Ladders

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	===Ladders===		===Ladders===

			* Ladder/stepladder to be positioned where it will not be pushed over e.g. by vehicles, walked into or under by persons, or exposed to other hazards e.g. from doors or windows. If this is impractical you may need to close the area off.
			* Ladder should be set at a 75 degree angle (one unit out for every 4 units up). Steps must be fully opened and locked in place before use
			* Visually checked before use to ensure in good condition including feet, stiles and rungs. No contamination to be on the feet that could result in them slipping.
			* Avoid using in the rain where possible.
			* Users to wear appropriate footwear that is dry, have a good grip and less likely to make them slip on the ladder.
			* Only one person to use the ladder at a time.
			* 3 points of contact maintained on the ladder/stepladder except for very brief periods of time


			Two person operation for use. Second team member to assist by steadying ladder and passing equipment / tools.

			Staff to be instructed not to stand on top three steps of step ladder/ladder as these provide hand hold.

			Staff to be instructed to avoid sideways working and avoid over-reaching.

			When a step ladder in use, the area around it is to be kept clear of people. Hazard warning signage to be provided where required.

			Staff to be instructed that vacuum/jet wash must not be used on ladder /step ladder/ table/ chair etc. If area cannot be reached – a contractor is employed with specialist access equipment.

			To be stored correctly where it will be secure and not exposed to a risk of damage.

	===Non- power tools===		===Non- power tools===

RobW: /* Display Screen equipment */

2024-02-12T21:09:55Z

Display Screen equipment

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	The use of extension cables to be closely controlled and only permitted if fully unwound and appropriately fused where possible.		The use of extension cables to be closely controlled and only permitted if fully unwound and appropriately fused where possible.

	~~=== Display Screen equipment===~~


	===Ladders===		===Ladders===

RobW: /* Electrical equipment */

2024-02-12T21:06:32Z

Electrical equipment

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	=== Electrical equipment===		=== Electrical equipment===

			* You must not bring your own electrical equipment in from home for use on event activities without prior approval.
			* All electrical equipment used to have been Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) completed. Items with have a sticker indicating their last test date, this should be no more than 12 months prior.
			* Do not use electrical equipment in puddles/rain.

			As well as checking for the PAT sticker you should always do a pre use check for the following:

			* Damaged cables
			* Cracks
			* Loose wires
			* Water
			* Other damage

			If damaged is found do not use and report to your department head who will take it out of use and label it ‘Do not use’.

			The use of extension cables to be closely controlled and only permitted if fully unwound and appropriately fused where possible.

	=== Display Screen equipment===		=== Display Screen equipment===

RobW: /* Pre use checks */

2024-02-12T20:52:29Z

Pre use checks

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	===Pre use checks===		===Pre use checks===

	Check all equipment provided is in good condition before attempting to use it. This includes lrp safe weapons and equipment.		Check all equipment provided is in good condition before attempting to use it. This includes lrp safe weapons, tools and other equipment.
	Do not use broken equipment, take it out of use and report to your department head.		Do not use broken or damaged equipment, take it out of use and report to your department head.

	=== Electrical equipment===		=== Electrical equipment===

RobW at 13:02, 22 January 2024

2024-01-22T13:02:49Z

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	=== Display Screen equipment===		=== Display Screen equipment===


			===Ladders===


			===Non- power tools===

RobW at 13:01, 22 January 2024

2024-01-22T13:01:51Z

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	Check all equipment provided is in good condition before attempting to use it. This includes lrp safe weapons and equipment.		Check all equipment provided is in good condition before attempting to use it. This includes lrp safe weapons and equipment.
	Do not use broken equipment, take it out of use and report to your department head.		Do not use broken equipment, take it out of use and report to your department head.

			=== Electrical equipment===



			=== Display Screen equipment===

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2024-01-22T13:00:27Z

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==Equipment==

Equipment will be purchased having regard to the task for which it is intended to be used, the
environment in which it will be placed, and to best ensure the safety of everyone at the event. Every
effort will also be made to ensure that equipment is maintained in a safe condition.

Never use equipment you have not be trained or asked to use.

===Pre use checks===

Check all equipment provided is in good condition before attempting to use it. This includes lrp safe weapons and equipment.
Do not use broken equipment, take it out of use and report to your department head.