Portable Accomodation Used Plant Repairs & Servicing Tool Store
Home About Branches Terms FAQ's Careers

Hire Safely
go back
Your safety is our number one priority.

Below is a full list of all of our safety icons and what they mean to you.

Ear Defenders
Protection against high noise levels. Earplugs are suitable for short-term work.
goggles
Eye Protection
All round protection: grade 1 goggles to EN 166.B
Less hazardous work: grade 2 spectacles.
gloves
Protective Gloves
Gauntlets, PVC, cotton or rigger gloves for hand protection.
hardhats
Safety Helmets
Protect against falling objects. Compulsory on site. Bump caps protect from overhead obstacles.
footwear
Safety Footwear
To BS EN 345 for toe protection.
rcd
Power Breaker RCD
Residual Current Devices protect from electric shock. Strongly recommended for electrical equipment used outdoors or in damp conditions.
masks disposable General Purpose, Disposable Masks General purpose, disposable masks for low-risk dust and water-based airborne sprays.
masks disposable respiratory Respiratory Disposable Masks Respiratory disposable masks with charcoal filter for welding fumes, ozone and most nuisance level odours.
masks contact supplier Consult Product Supplier

Consult product supplier for guidance and COSHH data information.

welding mask
Welding Masks
Welding masks or goggles are included with your equipment.
low vibration risk
Low Vibration Risk Equipment

The green range has been set at 0 to 5m/s2 - allowing equipment to be used regularly throughout an 8 hour day with low risk of vibration injury.

medium vibration risk
Medium Vibration Risk Equipment
The amber range has been set at 5 to 10m/s2 allowing for two hours maximum daily use without further assessment. Products at the low end of the amber range may be used for longer periods but must be justified by a risk assessment.
high vibration risk
High Vibration Risk Equipment
The red glove symbol covers products over 10m/s2. This equipment could cause vibration injury even when used for a short time each day. Specific assessment will be required. Contact Health & Safety Helpdesk for further guidance.
disposable overalls
Disposable Overall
Semi-durable polypropylene material protects clothing from accidental splashing and dirt.
personnel lifting
Personnel Lifting
Equipment designed for personnel lifting. Use of safety restraint harness recommended.
vertical lifting
Vertical Lifting
Use only for vertical lifts. Position or suspend equipment from a safe point to take weight of load and equipment.
angle lifting
Angle Lifting
Use at any angle for lifting, pulling or dragging. Anchor to a secure point able to take load force applied. Allow for contact friction if dragging.
sling lifting
Sling Lifting
Do not use "load" cable/chain as sling. Prevent hook overcrowding, with a "bow" shackle. Join lifting equipment with a 'D' shackle. Protect sharp edges to prevent load damage.
stable load
Stable Load
Ensure load is balanced & personnel stand clear. Attach "tag" lines to control rotation. Never leave equipment unattended. Ensure unobstructed landing site accepts equipment plus load in size & weight.
hook safety
Hook Safety
Ensure safety catches are engaged and load chains/cables are untangled and hang freely.
transport - car
Estate Car
Items can be transported in an estate car.
transport - towable
Towable
Items can be towed.
transport - truck
Truck
Items can be transported in a truck.
transport - 7.5 ton truck
7.5 Ton Truck

Items can be transported in a 7.5 ton truck.

       









Home     About     Branches     Terms     FAQ's     Careers
Open a Trade Account     Hire Safely     Downloads
Plant Hire     Tool Hire     Portable Accommodation     Used Plant     Repairs & Servicing     Tool Store     Eagle Login

Site Designed by Discover Your Local
Discover Your Local Logo