BS 6440:2011

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 General requirements for lifting platforms
5 Access for maintenance, repair and inspection
6 Driving units and drive systems
7 Electrical equipment
8 Liftways
9 Carrier construction
10 Information
Annexes
Annex A (informative) - List of significant hazards
Annex B (informative) - Guidance for the exchange of
        information between manufacturer/supplier
        and specifier
Annex C (informative) - Recommendations for the provisions
        and use of specially adapted control devices,
        switches and sensors
Annex D (normative) - Verification of safety requirements
        and/or protective measures
Annex E (informative) - In-use periodic examinations,
        servicing and tests
Annex F (informative) - Certificate of acceptance from
        end user
Annex G (informative) - Certificate for test and
        examination after installation of lifting platform
Bibliography

Describes requirements for the design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance and dismantling of new permanently installed electrically powered vertical lifting platforms.

This British Standard specifies requirements for the design, manufacture, installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance and dismantling of new permanently installed electrically powered vertical lifting platforms with the following characteristics:

• travelling vertically between predefined levels along a guided path where the inclination to the vertical does not exceed 15°;

• supported or sustained by wire ropes, chains, rack and pinion, hydraulic cylinder (direct or indirect), screw and nut or scissors mechanisms;

• having non-enclosed or partially enclosed liftways;

• having non-enclosed or partially enclosed carriers;

• having a rated speed that is not greater than 0.15m/s;

• having a travel distance that is not greater than 3.0m;

• sized for use with typeA or typeB wheelchairs conforming to BS EN12183 and/or BS EN12184.

It is applicable to lifting platforms that are intended primarily for the transport of persons with impaired mobility, with or without a wheelchair.

NOTE1 The lifting platforms specified in this standard can be used in domestic or non-domestic premises, and can be installed indoors or outdoors. Their installation in some premises might not be practicable.

NOTE2 Although this British Standard is applicable to new lifting platforms, it can also be used as guidance for the refurbishment and re-installation of existing lifting platforms.