BS 7121-13:2009

This standard BS 7121-13:2009 Code of practice for safe use of cranes is classified in these ICS categories:

• 53.020.20 Cranes

This part of BS 7121 gives recommendations for the safe use of hydraulic gantry lifting systems (HGLS). Subjects covered include safe systems of work, management, planning, selection, erection and dismantling, inspection, testing, examination, training, operation and maintenance.

NOTE 1 This part of BS 7121 has been developed along the lines of BS 7121‑1 with significant modifications to incorporate HGLS-specific aspects. The modifications include some information contained in the US Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA) document, Recommended Practices for Hydraulic Jacking Systems [6].

This part of BS 7121 is intended to be used in conjunction with BS 7121‑2, which provides general guidance on the inspection, testing and examination of all types of cranes.

NOTE 2 Annex A and Annex B give detailed recommendations on the training of HGLS personnel. Annex C provides background information on the BS 7121 series.