It’s not just a good idea to have a backup plan — it’s a requirement for mobile equipment operated in British Columbia. That means it’s something construction contractors need to have on their radar when they’re looking for new equipment.
WorkSafeBC has just issued a reminder about emergency means of escape for mobile equipment.
The concern is that rollovers or upsets can put operators at risk if the only way out of the equipment is blocked or the door won’t open because the equipment has tipped over, rolled into a trench, or slipped off the roadway.
The rule is clear – all mobile equipment with a single cab entrance door must have an alternate means of escape. And equipment with a single cab entrance door, manufactured after January 1, 2000, must have an adequately sized alternate means of escape that is clearly marked and can be opened from both the inside and outside without the use of tools.
You can get more info on the requirements and how to meet them here.
