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4 - EN 81-41 Heath Potton PDF
4 - EN 81-41 Heath Potton PDF
Presentation by
Heath Potton
Engineering Manager
(Wessex Lift Co Limited)
EN (Euro Norm):
- European Harmonised Standard and is used throughout Europe.
When adopted in the UK, Belgium or any other member state country the
standard may be prefixed.
Others
• EN 81-70 Annex ZA – Lift Directive (95/16/EC)
• EN 81-2 Annex ZA – Lift Directive (95/16/EC)
• EN 81-40 Annex ZA – Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
1. Scope
2. Normative References
4. List of Hazards
5. Safety Requirements
6. Verification
Construction
Manufacturing
Installation
Maintenance
Dismantling
Pre-defined
levels
Lifting is vertical
and not inclined.
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EN 81-41:2010
What assumptions have been made in EN 81-41:2010
• VLP’s are installed in both new & existing buildings.
• Designed in accordance with sound engineering practice & calculations consider all
failure modes.
• VLP’s are of sound mechanical and electrical construction
• Hazards due to hydraulic, pneumatic equipment etc are dealt with according to
relevant B standards.
• Known hazardous materials (Asbestos) are to be avoided.
• Components are kept in good repair through maintenance of the VLP.
• Safe operation of load bearing elements is assured through to the static and
dynamic limitations of the max working range.
• Maximum range of operating temperature is from +5°C to +40°C.
• Negotiations have been made (at contract review) between customer and
manufacturer about other factors (environmental, users, fire protection etc)
Drive unit
Rupture Valve
This clause details all of the hazards identified through risk assessment that are
applicable to this type of machinery. Action is required to eliminate or reduce the risk.
Each hazard has been assigned to the relevant sub clause in clause 5 of EN 81-41:2010.
Reference to Table 1 should be made to identify and eliminate site specific hazards.
Platform
Ground Floor
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EN 81-41:2010
Speed and Platform Loadings
5.1.5 - Rated Speed 0.15 m/s Max
5.1.6 – Rated Load is from a calculation based on not
less than 250kg/m2 of the clear usable area of the
platform.
250 x (1.4 x 1.1) = 385kg (400kg)
Maximum rated load shall not exceed 500kg
Minimum loads are given for wheelchair types.
5.1.7 – Overload of platform is rated load + 75kg,
indicated by audible and visual signals. Doors to
remain locked or un-lockable in the unlocking zone
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EN 81-41:2010
Platform Dimensions
5.1.8 – Clear loading areas (including sensitive edges)
shall not exceed 2m2
Principle Use Min Platform Dimensions Min rated load
(width x length) (kg)
**Note: In public access buildings, the platform length shall not be less than
1400mm. This gives sufficient space for an attendant.
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EN 81-41:2010
Protection of Equipment from external Influences
5.1.11.1 General
Actions of vegetation.
Guide Rail
Platform
Encapsulated Guide
System
Platform
Upper Threshold
Carrier Frame
Hydraulic Cylinder
or Jack
Carrier Frame
Hydraulic Cylinder
or Jack
5.5.5 Electrical socket output should be provided adjacent to the lifting platform to allow for local
lighting during inspection/servicing.
5.5.9 Electromagnetic compatibility shall comply with the requirements of EN 12015 & EN 12016.
5mm,
1.5mm 1.5mm
2000
F = 300 N
15°
• Visual Inspection
• Performance check or Test
• Measurement
• Drawing or Calculation
• User Information
5.9.5 Ceilings
However, some regional standards e.g. BS 6440 & BS 5900 are applicable to products
that are not bound by harmonised (EN) standards, which are sold to other countries
within the EU. You will need to ensure that these products meet the EHSR of the
directive 2006/42/EC. Consider the use of 3rd Party Notified Bodies and their recognition
in your regional country. Look for the CE mark.
Products purchased from outside the EU may not bear the CE mark. If you import and
place the machine on the market within the EU, you are then considered the
manufacturer and are responsible for ensuring the machine meets the EHSR of the
directive 2006/42/EC.
http://eur-lex.europa.eu/JOIndex.do
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/newapproach/nando/
http://www.wessexlifts.co.uk
Any Questions?
Presenter
Heath Potton
heath.potton@wessexlifts.co.uk