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News Item: HAE EHA Appoints New Director of Customer Services and Products
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Simon Rainer, the new Director of Customer Services and Products (DCSP), who starts on May 4th 2021.
April 29, 2021
News Item: Paul Gaze Appointed HAE EHA Chief Executive Officer
HAE EHA's Main Board of Directors is pleased to confirm that Paul Gaze is appointed Chief Executive Officer of Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association with immediate effect.
News Item: Tool Theft Bill Introduced in Parliament
The Tool Theft (Prevention) Bill was introduced in Parliament on Tuesday 27th April, and will see further development over the coming days. The bill aims to make it a legal requirement for tools and equipment sold at auction and 'online marketplaces' to be registered.
News Item: Rescheduled ERA Convention Will Bring the European Rental Industry Together for the First Time in Two Years
The ERA Convention will bring the European rental industry together in September for the first time in over two years following the cancellation of last year's event due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
News Item: JCB's Pothole Fixer Proves its Worth on M6 Fast Lane Night Shift
JCB's brand new pothole fixer put in a night shift on the fast lane of the M6- mending road defects in double quick time.
April 27, 2021
News Item: Company Fined After Employee Seriously Injured in Collision with Forklift Truck
A warehouse and storage company has been fined after an employee sustained serious injuries when he was hit by a forklift truck.
News Item: SafeHire Audits Back to 2019 Levels
Since the government announced the Covid-19 Roadmap for easing lockdown restrictions, HAE EHA's Certification Services team has been working hard to support the safe return of SafeHire audits.
Do you know what to look for when assessing ground conditions?
Do you know what to look for when assessing ground conditions?
chris.greenbank
Mon, 04/26/2021 – 13:40
Users must check ground conditions as part of a site assessment to identify potential hazards, ensure correct MEWP selection, develop risk-control measures, and to establish any considerations to take into account before using the machine. Operators should be sure that these checks have been done correctly prior to machine use on any task.
Using a MEWP requires a thorough risk assessment, including ground conditions of the area where you will operate and all ground you will travel on with the MEWP before getting to the final work area. Assessing ground conditions correctly will include but not be limited to the type and the angle of surface, evenness of the terrain and any hazards or potential weak-spots, visible or hidden (consider for instance underground services or drainage systems).
Always factor ground conditions into your MEWP selection to ensure it is correct for the task. Ensure the MEWP has the correct tyres or tracks, is not too heavy and can operate on or over the terrain and/or on any incline. Do not proceed to use a MEWP if you are not certain it is suitable for the ground conditions.
See also: Ground conditions technical guidance; Ground conditions toolbox talk; Site Assessment (for MEWP Selection) and MEWPs for Managers training.
Global
Users must check ground conditions as part of a site assessment to identify potential hazards, ensure correct MEWP selection, develop risk-control measures, and to establish any considerations to take into account before using the machine. Operators should be sure that these checks have been done correctly prior to machine use on any task.3a
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April 26, 2021
News Item: Vp Brandon Hire Station Celebrates 50 Years Trading
This week marks the 50th Anniversary of Vp Brandon Hire Station as the company celebrates its incorporation as Brandon Hire, on 19th April 1971.
April 22, 2021
News Item: HAE EHA Shortlisted for Association Awards
Hire Association Europe and Event Hire Association (HAE EHA) are delighted to be shortlisted in the 'Best Membership Support During Covid-19'category for the Association Excellence Awards.
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