Glossary 17 terms
The most important terms about aerial platforms and safe work at height, explained briefly and factually.
A
- Aerial platform A machine with a movable arm and basket to work safely at height. Ours is mounted on a van.
B
- Basket The cage in which the driver stands and works at height, with fall protection.
D
- Day hire Hiring the aerial platform with driver for one day, ideal for shorter jobs.
H
- Hire with driver Our formula: the aerial platform always comes with a certified driver, you do not need a diploma yourself.
I
- Inspection Periodic check of the aerial platform according to the applicable standards, so the machine stays safe to use.
- IS-004 The specific diploma for safely working with a truck-mounted aerial platform.
M
- Mercedes Sprinter The van on which the aerial platform is mounted; compact enough for narrower spots.
O
- Outriggers Support legs that set the van firm and level during work for a safe, stable aerial platform.
P
- PPE Personal protective equipment such as harness and helmet that support safe work at height.
R
- Reach The horizontal distance the arm can span from the van; determines how far sideways you can work.
S
- Signage The signs and marking that delimit the work zone around the aerial platform and make it visible to traffic.
T
- Teupen Euro B 16 T The model of our aerial platform, with 16 metres working height, mounted on a Mercedes Sprinter.
V
- VCA The safety, health and environment checklist for contractors; the safety certificate for work at contractors.
- VCA-VOL The extended VCA for operational supervisors; the level our driver holds.
W
- Week hire Hiring the aerial platform with driver for a week, for larger or longer projects.
- Work zone The delimited area around the aerial platform within which work is done safely and with signage.
- Working height The height at which you can work, measured to the feet in the basket plus reach. Our aerial platform reaches up to 16 metres.
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