BS 8560(2012) : 2012
Current
The latest, up-to-date edition.
CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE DESIGN OF BUILDINGS INCORPORATING SAFE WORK AT HEIGHT
Hardcopy , PDF
English
01-01-2012
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Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Terms and definitions
3 Design development process, including work
at height
4 Communication
5 Designing for the safety of operatives working
at height
6 Buildability
7 Occupiers and end users
8 Balancing capital and life cycle costs
9 Facilities management
10 Maintenance strategy
Annexes
Annex A (informative) - Project information
Annex B (informative) - Access methods
Annex C (informative) - Options matrix tool
Bibliography
Provides recommendations for incorporating safe work at height into the design of buildings during the design process.
| Committee |
B/209
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| DevelopmentNote |
Supersedes 12/30235507 DC. (12/2012)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
106
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Current
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