New and revised publications from WISH on the safe use of binlifts

WISH has issued 2 documents about the safety of automatic binlifts on refuse collection vehicles (RCVs).

REF 13 'FAQs - Safety use of automatic binlifts on RCVs', contains a list of common queries that have been received by WISH and HSE on improvements to the safeguarding of binlifts.

These are primarily for users of rear loading RCVs used for domestic waste collection where the automatic mode is frequently used. This document is chiefly concerned with risks from existing machines.

An updated version of INFO 26 'Safety in the operation of automatic bin lifting equipment on RCVs' deals with the emerging UK annex to BSEN1501-5 :2021 Refuse collection vehicles – General requirements and safety requirements – Part 5: Lifting devices for refuse collection vehicles.

Visit the WISH website to download copies of the documents:

• REF 13: FAQs - Safety use of automatic binlifts on RCVs
• INFO 26: Safety in the operation of automatic bin lifting equipment on RCVs

 

Latest HSE prosecutions

Recent enforcement activity in the waste and recycling sector includes:

• Company fined after an explosion seriously injured 2 workers
  

  The food waste firm were fined over £300,000 after the explosion resulted in life-changing injuries to 2 workers.

• Routine inspection lands metal recycling firm with £650,000 fine
  The fine was issued after HSE's investigation found that the company had failed to implement effective control measures to protect workers.

Vital statistics poster 2024

The poster presents HSE's health and safety statistics for 2023 to 2024 in an infographic style that is easy to understand.

Find out more and order your copy: Health and safety at work: Vital statistics poster 2024