Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Safety & Standards”
In the world of rigging equipment, you will often hear the acronyms WLL, SWL, MBL/MBS/MBF. What do they mean, and which one should be used? SWL – Safe Working LoadWLL – Working Load Limit (also referred to in Australian regulations as “rated capacity”)MBL/MBS/MBF – Minimum Breaking Load/Strain/Force In short, both mean the same …
TÜV is short for “Technischer Überwachungsverein” or, translating into English, “Technical Inspection Association.” WikiPedia describes them as “internationally active, independent service companies from Germany and Austria that test, inspect and certify technical systems, facilities and objects of all kinds in order to minimise hazards and prevent damages.” The certification is internationally recognised and …
Truss is a workhorse of our industry that gets used (and sometimes abused) regularly on events which will inevitably lead to damage and wear. So how do you know when a piece of truss is no longer safe for use? How often do you need to inspect it? This guide …
Maintaining consistent height in steps is critical for several reasons related to safety, ergonomics and usability. In this video below, in one of the most iconic stadiums in the world, the Maracanã has one step inconsistent to the rest of its set of stairs. Outlined in the Australian Standard 1657 – …