Draft chain hoist standard consultation opens
10 March 2010 by Richard HowesBSR E1.6-3-201x, Selection and Use of Chain Hoists in the Entertainment Industry, is now available for public review.
BSR E1.6-3 is part of the BSR E1.6 powered theatrical rigging system project. BSR E1.6-3 establishes minimum safety requirements for the selection and use of serially manufactured electric link chain hoists having capacity of two tons or less in the entertainment industry.
This standard does not address the design or maintenance of these hoists, and is intended to provide for the protection of life, limb, and property.
The public review closes on 4 May. The public review documents can be accessed here.
