COP011: The Selection and use of Temporary Access Equipment for Working at Height in Theatres (2011 Edition)
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Access equipment is used regularly in places of entertainment. Although this guidance is primarily aimed at the stage and work-shop areas, the safe use of access equipment in other areas should not be overlooked. This Code does not cover the use of access equipment outdoors nor does it apply to access for building construction or inspection in theatre premises. For guidance on these matters consult the HSE website.
The main purpose of this downloadable guide is to make theatre staff aware of the risks involved in working at height and to offer guidance in the safe use of the equipment. It is not a specification or a statement of the law. It is intended, however, to guide theatre managements and technicians on how to comply with the law and also achieve good practice. The Code suggests how to evaluate the hazard and risk for each item, how to select suitable equipment and how to use it safely.