AS 1657 - 2013 updated
AS 1657-2013, Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders - Design, construction and installation
Updated after 21 years, AS 1657-2013 reflects changes in the industry and seeks to align current Work Health Safety (WHS) regulations and the National Construction Code (NCC).
AS 1657-2013 has been revised to provide users with a complete set of guidelines including technical specifications and criteria for fixed platforms, walkways, guardrails, stairways, ladders and permanently configured (but movable) platforms.
This Standard has a focus on greater safety for personnel who need to access spaces for operating, inspection, maintenance and servicing purposes.
The new edition includes the following changes:
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Updated after 21 years, AS 1657-2013 reflects changes in the industry and seeks to align current Work Health Safety (WHS) regulations and the National Construction Code (NCC).
AS 1657-2013 has been revised to provide users with a complete set of guidelines including technical specifications and criteria for fixed platforms, walkways, guardrails, stairways, ladders and permanently configured (but movable) platforms.
This Standard has a focus on greater safety for personnel who need to access spaces for operating, inspection, maintenance and servicing purposes.
The new edition includes the following changes:
- Inclusion of single stile ladders
- Access to roofs has been addressed
- References to the regulatory authority have been removed
- A broader scope of testing products and more complete test methods
- Testing of a wider range of products has been introduced for use when proof of performance is required, plus more.
Rapide / OHS Safety First has no arrangement with any 3rd parties. We review products & Companies and recommend them.
The content here is the opinion of the writer only.
