Guidance on Buying a Pre-Owned MEWP

Added 22 Jan 2019
Last updated 22 Jan 2019

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Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs) provide a safe means for people to conduct temporary work at height. When buying a pre-owned MEWP, it must comply to the safety legislation and meet the relevant standards in the location where it will be operating before it can be used. Every MEWP must be supplied in a safe working condition, with all safety devices functional.

FURTHER READING / GUIDANCE

Guidance for Major Inspections of Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
Available in: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.

Ref: TE-915-0119-1-en