Stand Build Regulations

Below you will find stand build regulations which must be applied to your space only stand design. We have highlighted various general regulations which you may find helpful when designing your stand however please note that this is not a definitive list of regulations. It is the responsibility of the exhibitor and their contractor to ensure their stand design complies with all applicable stand build regulations detailed in the venue technical regulations.

Failure to comply with the regulations laid out below may lead to your permission to build being revoked and changes to the stand build being undertaken onsite or complete removal of the stand.

The eGuide can be downloaded here. 

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Please be aware all stands must be dismantled and removed by 16.00hrs on Friday 7th June, including waste. Only submit plans for stands that are over 4m with a thorough method statement if you believe this can be achieved in the time frame available.

Please refer to the Space only Regulations Stand Plan Submission section for details on how to submit your design. The deadline for stand plan submission is Friday 19th April 2024.

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No ceilings are permitted on enclosed stands.

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Please note that chipboard, particleboard and low-density fibreboard (LDF) is not suitable for construction and in particular of weight bearing structures. The H&S Manager and Structural Engineer will identify stands which do not comply during the build process and all necessary remedial work must be completed before the stand will be permitted to open.

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It is your responsibility to maintain your stand in a clean condition at all times. We have made arrangements for basic stand cleaning to be carried out on your stand each evening prior to Show Open (Mon – Wed) The cleaning of exhibits will remain your responsibility.  At the end of each day please put your full bin bag in the aisle so that it can be collected by the cleaners.  Any items left in the aisles will be considered litter and disposed of.  You can order additional cleaning services by going to the online store www.excel.london/webshop or by email to [email protected].  Please remember to confirm your order 28 days before the start of event tenancy to benefit from the advanced order rate.  

At the end of each day please put your full bin bag in the aisle so that it can be collected by the cleaners.  Any items left in the aisles will be considered litter and disposed of.

Standfitting materials, carpet, pallets etc. are not included in the cleaning service and must be removed by the exhibitor or contractor. Any costs incurred for the removal of this type of waste will be forwarded to the exhibitor concerned.  Therefore plan ahead and pre-order a waste disposal service for building materials and general rubbish that you may be unable to take away from site in your vehicle.  Go to www.excel.london/webshop or contact [email protected] to book waste disposal services. Please remember to confirm your order 28 days before start of the event tenancy to benefit from the advanced order rate.

Please note that you will incur charges if you or your contractor leaves excess waste during build up and breakdown. 

Recycling and reducing waste is everyone’s responsibility. There could be some items that you don’t want to take with you, but someone might find useful. That could be pens or notepads or even, things like cushions or fabrics. Why not donate them to a local charity? ExCeL can arrange for a local charity CFE, ahead of the event to arrange collection, if the item is useful to them. For more information on what can be donated, please visit www.c-f-e.org.uk/

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A complex structure is any form of construction, either ground-based or suspended, that, through risk assessment has been found to present a significant risk. 

The following are classed as complex structures:

• Double deck structures - NOT permitted at Infosecurity Europe 2024.
• Any structure, regardless of its height, which requires structural calculations.
• Any part of a stand or exhibit which exceeds four metres in height. See Build Height Limits for restrictions. 
• Custom-built/bespoke suspended structures.
• Platforms and stages over 600mm in height.
• Anything deemed by the organiser to be a complex structure.

All complex structures, must submit technical drawings and structural calculations to Ops Squad along with all other stand plan submission documents.

Late submission of complex stand details or the failure to supply sufficient detail, including structural calculations will result in permission to build over 4m in height or your suspended structure not being granted.

Technical drawings must show the form and dimensions of every structural element with appropriate general arrangement plan, sections and elevations. All calculations of loading and strength must be in English, and all drawings must be to scale.

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The use of all non-mains Flammable Gas including Compressed Gas and LPG (Liquid Petroleum Gases - Propane, Butane etc) is not permitted at ExCel London, except where it is essential in the demonstration of an appliance specifically designed to operate an LPG and all LPG connections must be made by a Gas Safe Register installer with ACS certification.

Written permission must be obtained from the Organisers, Venue and Local Authorities at least 25 days prior to the exhibition.

The official contractor is solely responsible for the supply and connection of natural gas, compressed air, waste and waste services.

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As part of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 all space only stands, or shell scheme stands with construction, are deemed their own construction sites and the Construction & Dismantle Phase Plan (CDPP) is a compulsory document which needs to be submitted along with you stand plans, risk assessments and method statement. All Health & Safety documentation must also demonstrate all additional COVID-19 measures that have been implemented for the build, open and breakdown.

• CDPP Guidance
• CDPP Template

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Performances and stand demonstrations will be permitted for 2024 providing the exhibitor includes sufficient information in their stand information form here.

Please remember to be respectful of others and bear in mind that everyone will have their own unique levels of comfort as we return to events.

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On divided sites, you are responsible for erecting and decorating dividing walls facing onto your stand area to a minimum height of 2.5m. Walls above 2.5m must be clad and finished on both sides, with the reverse side being decorated from 2.5m upwards by the Exhibitor who has erected them. Such walls overlooking adjoining stands must be finished in a neutral plain colour only. The minimum height for dividing walls is 2.5m.

The maximum height for dividing walls of single-storey stands is 4 meters. This is 4 meters from the venue floor to the top of the wall and not from the top of your platform.

Please note any build height over 4m is deemed a complex structure so structural calculations are required on submission.

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Where doors are present on your stand they must follow the below guidance;

• The required minimum effective clear width of a door is 800mm.
• Doors must have a vision panel with a zone of visibility spanning from 500mm to 1500mm above the floor. The exception to this is doors to small storerooms, where a small panel may suffice.
• Emergency exit doors must open outwards in the direction of escape.
• Doors must be recessed where they open on to public circulation areas, e.g. they must not open directly on to a gangway.
• Sliding doors are not acceptable as emergency exit doors.

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No double decks are permitted at Infosecurity Europe 2024.

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All dust must be extracted at source by mechanical means. MDF and chipboard must not be machined on site, as the dust produced is hazardous to health. 

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If you have appointed a stand contractor to build your stand, you must be assured that the design of the stand is such that it can be built within the exhibition timetable.

Late working outside of the published timetable will not be permitted.

Please contact Infosec Operations here if you have any concerns.

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Exhibitors and contractors must comply with The Electricity at Work Regulations, the IEE Wiring Regulations, the EVA Electrical Regulations and the venue's electrical regulations.

All work must be carried out by competent and qualified electricians and all temporary installations must be protected by an RCD and inspected before power is supplied to the stand.

All electrical installations should be carried out by the official contractor. During the build up and breakdown power must only be taken from the temporary supplies provided by the official electrical contractor and not from cleaners sockets or other hall sockets.

Please contact the Electrical Contractor to arrange a temporary power supply. Power will be switched off 1/2 hour following show close on each day, particularly on the last day of show as power will not be reconnected after this time.

There should be sufficient correctly installed and rated power sockets to preclude the use of extension leads and long trailing flexes. If essential, extension leads must be correctly fused and limited to one per socket. Multi-sockets must not be used.

IMPORTANT CHANGES THAT AFFECT EVERY STAND AT UK EXHIBITIONS

The regulations for temporary electrical installations in the UK have changed. This change affects your stand so please read the summary below.

Every electrical circuit in a temporary installation (such as at an exhibition) now requires additional safety testing when it is installed. This is a change that affects the whole UK and is not specific to the exhibition industry, our show or venue.

This is a significant change and the UK exhibition associations have worked together to create a new process for this testing that minimises the impact and cost on our exhibitors. The costs are solely to cover the labour involved in the testing.

These changes are described below:

Shell Scheme Exhibitors

Shell scheme installations are relatively simple, are installed by the official electrical contractor but there are a lot of them. Therefore we have been able to minimise the costs of testing any one installation. When shell scheme exhibitors orders any additional electrical item from the order form they will automatically be charged a one off flat fee of £15+VAT to test their stand.

This contributes towards the cost of the testing, the official electrical contractor will do the test and there is nothing else the exhibitor needs to do.

Space Only Exhibitors who use the official electrical contractor to install their electrics.

Most exhibitors building their own stand use the official electrical contractor to do the electrical installation for them. When the official electrical contractor quotes for the installation they will also automatically include the cost of the additional testing. This cost will vary depending on the complexity of the installation but it will be no more than £150+VAT.

Space Only Exhibitors who buy the mains only and use their own electricians to install their circuits.

A few large exhibitors buy only the mains supply from the official electrical contractor and their own stand builder's electricians do the installation. When they order this 'mains only' supply the official electrical contractor already do some checks and approve them as being competent to do their own installation. This process will now be more rigorous and the stand builder's electrician will now need to be approved as competent to install and test their own installation.

If the stand builder's electrician cannot or does not want to do their own testing then the official electrical contractor can quote for that work.

PLEASE NOTE: Some electrics on stands are designed as 'plug and play' this means that often the stand builder's electrician who comes onsite is not a qualified electrician as they are only plugging items together. However, these electrics now need to be tested once they are all plugged together. If you have qualified electricians on your stand they will be able to do this testing themselves and there will be no additional cost to you. However, if your electricians are not qualified then you will need to ask your stand builder to bring someone who is qualified or get a quote for the testing from the official electrical contractor.

For more information please click here to access the e-guide.

Where your stand is located in the halls will determine if the electricity will come from the floor, from the pillars and also from above your stand. For more information please contact the Operations Team.

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Please note that when ordering electrics, you need to complete the electrical grid form to ensure that the electrics are fitted as per your requirements. Should a grid not be submitted, the items will be positioned at the discretion of the official contractor and charges may be levied for onsite changes.

Stand Connections

During build up, initial connections to stands are made as early as possible but in some cases this could mean opening morning if the stand is not complete. The power to all stands will be switched off 30 minutes after close of the show each day. Please also remember to order 24hr power supply for the open period if required. On the breakdown power will be switched off 15 minutes after show close and will not be reinstated. if you require power during this time please ensure that you order this through GES.

Temporary Power

Space only exhibitors and their contractors are advised to contact GES to arrange a temporary power supply for actual construction of stands if required.

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Alternative escape must be available from any point within a stand or structure leading to a place of safety. Escape routes should have a minimum, unobstructed height of 2.1m, other than within doorways, which should have a clear height of not less than 2.06m.

The minimum permitted gangway width is 2 metres, except within stands of less than 100m2, where gangways must be no less than 1m wide.

There should be no obstruction that could impede the free flow of people using the escape route.

All floors should be even and have a firm, smooth and slip-resistant finish. Trip hazards should be avoided.

The maximum travel distance from any part of a stand to a gangway shall not exceed 50 metres. Where there is only one means of escape from the stand, this must be reduced to 20 metres. In either case, the maximum travel distance should be reduced by 25% where alcohol is being served.

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Long runs of walling along open perimeters of stands are not permitted. Just 50% of any open side is permitted to be a solid wall.  Where long runs of walling are present along open sides they must be relived by display items.  Any walling exceeding 50% of any open side should be set back 0.5m from the open perimeter of the site.

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Due consideration must be given to the needs of disabled visitors. It is the exhibitors responsibility to remove all barriers to service and make their stand accessible to wheelchair users to comply with The Equality Act.

Where stands have a platform over 30mm / 1.2 inches a ramp should be incorporated into the platform. Please click here for guidance on ramps.

If a ramp is not practical or safe, whatever the content of the stand is it needs to be accessible to all. Exhibitors must ensure that compliance measures to the Equality Act are factored into the service they offer at the event and included in their open period Risk Assessment. Examples may include, but are not limited to;

• Displaying products clearly on the perimeter of stand
• Ensuring serving counters have a low access point no higher than 760mm from ground level
• Offering lap trays where required
• Training stand staff understand the needs of the disabled and allow more time to deal with them
• Offering hearing loops
• Having literature in large format print etc.

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There are strict rules governing what materials can be used to build stands and these will be covered by the venue’s regulations. Exhibitors and contractors must ensure that they are followed. In general, you are not permitted to build your stand with anything that is flammable or non-flame resistant unless it has been treated.

All stand construction and displays must be made from fireproofed materials and installed to the satisfaction of the authorities.

Any goods attached to your stand will constitute part of your stand and will be subject to these regulations.

Timber Used in Stand Construction & Displays

• All timber under 25mm thick must be impregnated (pressure process) to Class 1 Standard. Treated materials will have BS 476 - PART 7 - CLASS 1 marked on them.
• Boards, plywood, chipboard etc must be treated in the same way if they are under 18mm thick. The exception to this is MDF, which is acceptable for use due to its density. MDF and chipboard must not be machined on site, as the dust produced is hazardous to health.

Plastics / Stand Dressing

• All plastics must conform to BS 476 - PART 7 - CLASS 1. Polucarbonate materials such as Lexan and Macralon are acceptable. PERSPEX MUST NOT BE USED.
• Artificial plants and flowers which are combustible and give off toxic fumes must not be used for stand dressing. Silk type flowers are acceptable providing they have been fireproofed to BS 476 PART 7 and are marked as such. Plastic security night-sheets must also conform to the above standard.

Fabrics Used in Displays

• Drapes, curtains, hangings etc. must be inherently or durably flame-proofed. Otherwise they may be treated with a proprietary flame retardant. Test certificates must be available for inspection for any materials intended to be used.
• Fabrics used for interior stand decoration must be fixed taut and/or in tight pleats (not loosely draped) to a solid backing, secured above floor level and not touching light fittings.
• Curtains on exit routes should hang 75mm clear of the floor, be parted in the centre and not conceal any exit signs.

Glazing

• All glazing used in the construction of stands must consist of laminated safety glass with a minimum thickness of 6mm. Areas of glazing within 800mm of floor level and over 0.5m2, where the smaller dimension of the pane is greater than 250mm, must conform to the thicknesses shown below:

Nominal Thickness                    Maximum pane size dimensions

8mm                                               1100mm x 1100mm

10mm                                             2250mm x 2250mm

12mm                                             4500mm x 4500mm 

15mm or thicker                           No limits

Combustible waste must be safely disposed of. Please do not store boxes, packaging or large amounts of literature on your stand.

Fire patrols will be present throughout all phases of the event. Firefighting equipment is provided in the halls and fire extinguishers of approved pattern and capacity will be provided.

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Floor loadings vary throughout the hall and these must not be exceeded. Please contact the operations team here if you have any concerns or questions.

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Open space sites are not carpeted - exhibitors must provide their own floor covering.

Exhibitors with adjoining blocks of stands will not be permitted to place their own carpet in the gangways unless prior permission is given in writing by the organisers.

Nothing may be structurally attached to the floor of the Exhibition premises. 

Carpet may only be fixed to the venue floor with approved carpet tape. All carpet tape must be removed and any charges for the removal of carpet tape left on the floor at the end of breakdown will be passed direct to exhibitors.

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If you are planning to have a hazardous substance on your stand please confirm the details in writing to the Organisers so that written approval can be given.

Hazardous substances are not to be brought into the halls unless essential. The use of hazardous substances must be subject to a COSHH assessment. Exhibitors must declare the use or display of hazardous substances as a special risk. 

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A hot work permit must be obtained from the organisers office prior to any work being carried out. The issue of the permit is subject to the advance submission of a suitable and sufficient risk assessment and method statement for the activity, with evidence of competency for the use of any specialist equipment.

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Exhibitor catering can only be provided by ExCeL’s in-house Catering Department and as a result, cooking and food preparation on stands should not be required.

See the Exhibitor Catering section here for the full information on what is permitted.    

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See the Badges & Passes section for full information on what is permitted this year.

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Whilst enclosed meeting rooms are permitted, we still recommend that you consider creating open spaces instead. 

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In the interests of the Exhibition as a whole, it may be necessary to remove or alter anything in - or forming part of - any stand. If we feel this action must be taken this would have to be at the expense of the Exhibitor concerned.

The exhibition floorplan is subject to change at the discretion of the organisers. Please contact the organisers to obtain the latest version of the exhibition floorplan.

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Need a water and waste connection for your stand kitchen, or to hire a sink, dishwasher or water heater go to www.excel.london/webshop or contact [email protected]. Please remember to confirm your order 28 days before start of the event tenancy to benefit from the advanced order.

If you need power for any appliance, you will need to contact the appointed electrical contractor for the event.

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Pop-up stands may not be used to form dividing walls on space only sites. If you are considering a Pop-up stand display, a Shell Scheme Stand must be purchased or dividing walls constructed. For further information, please contact the Sales Team here.

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Whilst we encourage you to review your promotional material and consider more sustainable options, non-contact methods to distribute informational/promotional material will be permitted at the event. Emperia is our essential lead capture app which allows you to upload collateral to your account and share with leads at the event, simply scan the QR code on visitors’ badges to save their information and share your promotional material with them. Find out more about how we are using Emperia for safe sharing at our events here - coming soon.

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For those exhibitors providing their own stand you may appoint a flooring contractor of your choice. if you require platform floors and additional floor coverings these can be ordered through GES.

Global Experience Specialists (GES) Ltd

Contact details : GES Servicentre

Tel: +44 (0)2476 380 000

Email: [email protected]

For all platforms that exceed 30mm a ramp should be incorporated into this for accessibility onto the stand.

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Where stands have a platform over 30mm / 1.2 inches a ramp should be incorporated into the platform within the stand area.

Ramps must;

• Have a clear, unobstructed width of 1.5m
• Be clearly signposted or readily apparent
• Not have a gradient steeper than 1:12
• Not be greater than 10m long, or have a rise of more than 500mm
• Have a landing at least 1.2m long at the top

Please refer to 'Ramped Access' section of the eGuide for further information.

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Rigging is permitted at Infosecurity Europe as long it meets the following regulations:

• Only Stands 35sqm+ are permitted to rig.
• No banners are permitted i.e branded single or double sided PVC banners.
• Maximum height of rigging is 6m.
• Any rigged structure cannot occupy more than 50% of the stand width from any direction i.e if your stand is a 10m x 5m then you would be permitted rigging to 5m x 2.5m. If you have more than one structure to be rigged then their combined dimensions should not occupy more than 50% of the stand width.
• Branding items will be permitted.
• Any rigging that is deemed complex will require structural calculations to be submitted with your technical drawings.
• Please note that structural support rigging is NOT permitted.

All rigging needs to be approved by the organisers and should be clearly shown on your stand plans.

Complex Rigging

Complex Rigging or Suspended Loads/Structures refer to rigged, custom-built/bespoke structures including items that have been constructed from non-modular materials, e.g. wooden structures and exhibits. An onsite complex rigging sign-off is required for all stands with custom-built or bespoke suspended structures. Onsite all complex rigging or ‘suspended loads’ must be inspected by an Independent Structural Engineer before being hoisted or connected to any rigging points. It is the stand contractor’s responsibility to inform the onsite Health & Safety team when they are ready for the structure to be inspected.

All complex rigging must follow the following guidance;

• Bolts must be used on all joints and connections. Screws are not acceptable for joining members together.
• Rated, closed lifting eyes only are to be used; they must be integrated into the design and suitably bolted through the structure.
• Lifting points should be clearly identified and be suitable for the lifting operation.
• Materials used in construction must be of a suitable nature and quality for their intended use. See 'Fire Safety Regulations'

The points below will be checked:

• Conformity of the installation with the specifications in the manufacturer's technical notice and, in particular, compliance with the load charts and any calculation notes, light bridges installed in the proper direction, inspection of installation of rigging clips, etc.
• Use of hoisting equipment that have been duly checked (periodic inspection according to the standards in force) and that are of equal and synchronous power.
• Compliance with the technical specifications established by the event organiser.
• Compliance with the specifications indicated on the plan provided and compliance with the site's technical specifications.
• Use and implementation of hoisting accessories (cables, slings, shackles, links...) in compliance with the standards in force.
• Compliance of the rigging points on the suspended structures with the standards in force in coherence with the loads to be supported.
• Installation of safety slings in a taut position, particularly for electric hoists.
• Double securing of technical elements installed on the lighting truss or the suspended structure, e.g. spotlights, screens, speakers, signage elements etc.
• Electrical chain hoist load redundancy will be taken into consideration on all hoists. If the point load on the hoist is less than 50% of the WLL of the hoist including an allowance for dynamic loading, then a secondary suspension will not be required.

You can order rigging through the online Webshop.

Before you request a quote, please ensure you have permission to rig from the event organiser. Please remember to confirm your order 28 days before start of the event tenancy to benefit from the advanced order rate.

For more complex requirements, then please get in contact with the ExCeL team [email protected]

At ExCeL London, primary attachments are provided exclusively by the rigging team. If you need lighting or power for your rig, you will need to contact the appointed electrical contractor for the event.

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All space only stands, or shell scheme stands with construction are required to submit a full risk assessment and method statement for the design, construction and arrangement of their stand with both documents being submitted along with stand plans.

Templates & Guidance can be found here:-

• Risk Assessment Guidance
• Risk Assessment Template
• Method Statement Guidance
• Method Statement Template

For further information please contact the Operations Team at [email protected]

Exhibitiors are also required to have a risk assessment for any stand activities taking place on their stand during show open and may also be required to produce a method statement for certain activites at the organisers discretion. These do not need to be submitted to the organisers unless requested, but a copy of these documents must be available onsite should they be required. 

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Signage and graphics are not permitted to overlook other stands where there is a dividing wall. Where illuminated fascia boards are used on stands, the lighting of them must be of sufficient power to light the fascia board only, and must not cause any spill of light onto neighbouring stands. No flashing lights will be permitted. We reserve the right to disconnect the electrical supply to any illuminated fascia which, in our opinion, is causing a nuisance to any other Exhibitor.

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As an exhibitor, you have a legal duty of care for the safety of anyone on your stand who may be affected be your actions or omissions. You are ultimately responsible for all aspects of health & safety on your stand during the build, the open period of the show and during the break down. This form is required for exhibitors to confirm that you have complied with official guidance and updated regulations within the Exhibitor Manual, within our updated site rules here and on all pre-show communication.

The Stand Information Form is a compulsory form that must be completed.

To complete the Stand Information Form please click here.

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A stand number panel must be displayed on every open side of the stand to aid visitor navigation. This is the responsibility of the Exhibitors.

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Small storage areas are allowed on stands.

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If you are intending to have a vehicle (including Mobile Exhibition Units, Caravans or Trailers) on your stand please confirm the details in writing to the Organisers so that written approval can be given.

Depending on the type, age and use of the vehicle you will be required to confirm a number of details and which may also require a seperate risk assessment  detailing how the risk of bringing and displaying a vehicle in the hall is controlled.

Please view more details about vehicles for display within the e-guide.

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All work must be carried out in compliance with the regulations of the Venue and Local Authority. If an exhibitor erects a stand which does not conform fully and in all respects to the requirements of the organiser, Venue and Local Authorities, the organisers reserve the right to alter, demolish or reconstruct the stand at the exhibitors expense and to make it conform to the regulations and requirements. Local Authority decisions are final.

Please click here to view the venue regulations. 

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In some areas within ExCel London it will not be possible to have water and waste. Please contact them directly to find out whether this will be possible for your stand.

The filling and draining of water features and exhibits must be carried out by the venue's official contractor for piped services. Fire hoses must not be used for this purpose. Under no circumstances may water be discharged onto the floors, into ducts or any other unauthorised part of the premises, as serious damage may be caused to the electrical mains and services.

Written permission must be obtained from the Organisers and Venue for the use of water in any stand display or exhibit and must be the subject of a separate Risk Assessment detailing how the risk is controlled through water treatment and testing. The approved code of practice ""Legionnaires Disease: The Control of Legionella Bacteria in Water Systems"" must be complied with.

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Exhibitors and contractors have duties under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) to ensure that all tools are fit for purpose and safe to use. All dangerous moving parts such as circular saws must be guarded with controls to prevent unauthorised use. The use of battery powered tools is strongly encouraged to reduce trailing cables and risk of electrical hazards. Power tools are to take power from the 110v centre tapped earths provided and not from cleaner’s sockets which are 240v. Those using mains powered tools must ensure that cables are not trailed across aisles. All portable electrical equipment must be subject to a suitable portable equipment testing regime.

During the coronavirus pandemic, businesses may have found it difficult to carry out their legal duty thoroughly examine and test equipment. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is therefore adopting a phased and proportionate approach to resuming proactive regulatory intervention in checking compliance with statutory requirements. As an exhibitor or contractor it is your duty to understand there requirements. Further information on this can be found here.

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Working at Height is a high risk activity and close attention will be taken on working practices during the build and dismantling of stands. Where possible working at height should be avoided and if unavoidable should use work equipment or other measures to minimise the distance and consequences of a fall should one occur. Working at height is to be in accordance with LOLER and the Working at Heights Regulations. As such, all working at height is subject to risk assessment.

General Guidance:

• All rigging is to be carried out by the official Rigging Contractor.
• All working platforms are to have a guardrail, mid rail and toe board. Tools are to be kept on lanyards so far as is reasonably practicable.
• Static and mobile access working platforms must be fit for purpose (see Working Platforms).
• A Live Edge Working Policy will be enforced for the construction and dismantling phases where live edges are present.
• Separate risk assessments are required for working on a live edge (before rails are in place). In such cases fall arrest equipment must always be used.
• Operatives working at height other than on a static working platform designed for that purpose (e.g. Scaffold) must be clipped on.
• Operatives working at height must have suitable head protection e.g. bump caps.
• Ground access to areas in the vicinity must be controlled to prevent persons accidentally walking directly under high works. Ground workers in the vicinity must not work directly under high works and wear suitable head protection e.g. hard hats.

For further advice on working at height safety, please visit the Stop the Drop website here or contact the Operations Team here.

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All Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPS) must comply with LOLER and have had a Thorough Inspection (TI) in the previous 6 months. All working platforms are to have a guardrail, mid rail and toe board. Mobile access towers must be correctly constructed. Mobile access towers must be fit for purpose. Outriggers are to be used correctly with the correct height to width ratio (3.5 x shortest base width indoors and 3 x shortest base width outdoors). Mobile access towers may not be moved whilst in use and wheels must be locked off. Ladders must be footed or tied off and used in accordance with Construction (Health Safety and Welfare) Regulations. The use of domestic ladders and steps is strictly forbidden. All of the above are a summarised guide. For full details on any particular aspect you must seek professional advice for instance look on the HSE website www.hse.gov.uk or feel free to seek advice from the Operations Team here.

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