PRODUCTS
the lifting strap. According to data recorded during the trial, 100% of those who tried it said they would recommend it to other crews.
The Shoulder Dolly lifting strap is ideal for two people moving heavy and awkward loads. The sturdy harness fits comfortably over shoulders and uses natural leverage to make the load seem lighter.
Ergonomically designed to promote proper lifting techniques, the Shoulder Dolly encourages the use of legs for lifting, leaving hands and arms unconstrained. This helps to reduce the risk of injury and back strain.
With a carrying capacity of up to 360kg, Shoulder Dolly lifting straps are strong, durable, and fully adjustable to the load being carried. Each Shoulder Dolly kit includes two harnesses and one 3.6m x 12.7cm lifting strap.
SHOULDER DOLLY LIFTING STRAP
PASSES THE TEST Arrow XL has rolled out the Shoulder Dolly lifting strap to all of its specialist delivery crews after completing a successful trial with the help of Packer Products.
The UK-based two‐person home delivery expert was keen to comply with HSE guidelines on manual handling, and initially approached Packer to provide equipment that would assist the crews when transporting heavy objects.
Since Packer suggested the Shoulder Dolly as a solution, Arrow XL has reported great feedback on
NATIONWIDE PLATFORMS AND
FASET TEAM UP Nationwide Platforms, UK powered access specialist, has worked with FASET, the trade association for safety net rigging and temporary safety systems, and its members to launch its latest material handling attachment.
A continuation on the company’s SkyRak range of safety products, SkyRakEdge has been designed for the safer and more efficient handling of edge protection components when using boom-type MEWPs. As well as being able to secure up to nine scaffold tubes with maximum lengths of 6 metres, the attachment also reduces the risks of materials falling from height, improves productivity and reduces manual handling.
In accordance with HSE’s guidance, the lightweight attachment prevents the need for scaffold tubes to be placed on the MEWP handrails. Fitted below the MEWP control panel, MEWP operation is unrestricted, while the heads that are used to hold the tubes can be rotated when not in use to allow for a clear deck.
SkyRakEdge was designed by Nationwide Platforms’ R&D division, BlueSky Solutions, in response to a
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Roddy Macdonald, Arrow XL’s Head of Operations for Scotland & Ireland, said: “The welfare of our staff is extremely important to us and as a company we are always looking for ways to make manual handling safer and easier.
“After taking part in a trial of the Shoulder Dolly with Packer Products, we felt that the product fulfilled these criteria brilliantly, and we were excited to make a Shoulder Dolly lifting strap available to every two‐ person crew within the business. Our crews gave great feedback on the Shoulder Dolly and we couldn’t be happier with the results.”
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request from an edge protection specialist. The new product is compatible with all Genie booms with either 6ft or 8ft single-entry baskets, ranging from 45ft to 135ft platform heights.
Paul Marks, BlueSky Director, said: “The handling of edge protection components and taking them to height safely has historically been a challenge for the industry. We recognised this and worked with FASET and its members to find a solution. We had to design SkyRakEdge in such a way that it was both practical and that it would not snag on netting or scaffolding. The result is a product that has addressed the main hazards and challenges by enabling the safe and secure handling of specific components used in the industry.
“SkyRakEdge provides a logical working procedure for their installation at height and is supplied with a user operating manual that details its capabilities and will help operators to draw up a detailed method statement. When installing materials from a MEWP, SkyRakEdge should help operators to satisfy PUWER, LOLER and HSE guidance and requirements.”
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