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Mobile elevated work platform tagging system

A Scafftag product story

Edited by the Buildingtalk editorial team Feb 5, 2007

Scafftag has introduced a new status tagging system specifically designed to manage the inspection, maintenance and accurate identification of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms.

MEWP Tag helps assure compliance with Working at Height Regulations.

Scafftag has introduced a new status tagging system specifically designed to manage the inspection, maintenance and accurate identification of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) such as cherry pickers, genie booms and scissor lifts.

The MEWP Tag system comprises two components - a holder which attaches permanently to the equipment and replaceable inserts.

Inserts are completed as inspections or maintenance is carried out and placed in the holder to display latest status.

Removing the insert at any point displays the prohibition (Do Not Use) symbol on the empty holder.

The MEWP Tag provides multiple attachment options (cable tie, adhesive, screw or rivet) and the tag insert contains a quick-reference MEWP inspection checklist.

The new MEWP Tag will help those using the equipment comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 and the HSE's advice in this area.

The Work at Height Regulations 2005 state that employers must check that 'equipment for work at height is properly inspected and maintained', the MEWP tag system is a simple way to help manage this obligation.