Lifting equipment on farms includes tractor foreloaders, telescopic handlers, workshop hoists and cranes on certain machines (such as lorries and some fertiliser spreaders). Read more about the rules surrounding lifting equipment on farms.
The HSE is consulting on proposals designed to make the understanding and use of the document easier, particularly in relation to clarifying which equipment is covered by LOLER and the role of competent people. The review also seeks to update the ACOP with changes to relevant guidance and standards.
The NFU drafted this response.
Members can send their comments on the above consultation to YmVuLmVsbGlzQG5mdS5vcmcudWs= by no later than 26th September.