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BS 8560(2012) : 2012

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CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE DESIGN OF BUILDINGS INCORPORATING SAFE WORK AT HEIGHT
Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-01-2012

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Terms and definitions
3 Design development process, including work
   at height
4 Communication
5 Designing for the safety of operatives working
   at height
6 Buildability
7 Occupiers and end users
8 Balancing capital and life cycle costs
9 Facilities management
10 Maintenance strategy
Annexes
Annex A (informative) - Project information
Annex B (informative) - Access methods
Annex C (informative) - Options matrix tool
Bibliography

Provides recommendations for incorporating safe work at height into the design of buildings during the design process.

Committee
B/209
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 12/30235507 DC. (12/2012)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
106
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Current
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