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HS&E LAEE practice question: Escalators, stair lifts and the public (5 of 6)

E. Specialist: Lifts and escalators A free question from our original HS&E LAEE practice exam. Try it, then open the answer to see why each option is right or wrong.

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An employer provides a stair lift for an employee.

Which regulations cover it?

Choose one answer.

A. None, as it is a home appliance
B. The Noise at Work Regulations only
C. The Workplace Regulations only
D. LOLER and PUWER

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D

A. Wrong: Wrong. Stair lifts for employees are covered by LOLER and PUWER.
B. Wrong: Wrong. LOLER and PUWER apply.
C. Wrong: Wrong. That is for escalators. Stair lifts come under LOLER and PUWER.
D. Right: Right. HSE says stair lifts provided for employees are subject to LOLER (thorough examination) and PUWER (maintenance and inspection).

Explanation

Stair lifts provided for employees are covered by LOLER and PUWER.

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