What is BS 8560 about?
BS 8560 is a British standard on safe work at height during the design of buildings.
BS 8560 gives recommendations for incorporating safe work at height into the design of buildings during the design process.
BS 8560 gives recommendations for designers on working safely at height and how to take this into account throughout the design process with specific focus on the early strategic and conceptual stages. It also takes into account the requirements of those who are involved in construction, inspection, cleaning and maintenance.
Note: The recommendations in BS 8560 can also be applied to other structures BS 8560 ...