that make up a ‘hybrid’ tower are approved, in alignment with the Compatibility Protocol and the EN 1004-1:2020 standard for access towers.
“The Protocol also states that instruction manuals for ‘hybrid’ towers must have third-party certification from a UKAS or EA accredited body to the EN 1004-1:2020 standard.
“In addition, the instruction manual should contain sufficient information that clearly explains any operational differences between the components of the ‘Compatible’ tower and the ‘Other’ tower. For example, the ‘Compatible’ may refer to the tower made from non-BoSS parts and the ‘Other’ may refer to original and genuine BoSS components.
"The Protocol also states that instruction manuals for ‘hybrid’ towers must have third- party certification from a UKAS or EA accredited body to the EN 1004- 1:2020 standard."
“This has the potential to cause confusion, given that, at present, there are no third-party approved bodies that are able to supply accreditation for ‘hybrid’ towers as set out by the Protocol. Technically, this means that ‘hybrid’ towers fall outside of the Protocol’s requirements. Therefore, to ensure the safety of professionals and domestic users, the mixing and matching of tower components should be advised against until there is clarity surrounding the matter.
“WernerCo believes that the Compatibility Protocol, as it currently stands, creates confusion which could potentially lead to serious injury or worse. In addition, this lack of clarity leaves manufacturers open to liability costs.
“We would like to reinforce our stance on this matter following the launch of PASMA’s latest safety campaign. WernerCo cannot support the mixing of tower components from different manufacturers, and we will continue to endorse this message, putting the safety of those who use access equipment first and foremost.”
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