Safety Alert
Certain Types of Pool Hall Lighting Systems on Runners
Certain Types of Pool Hall Lighting Systems on Runners
- HSE
- Safety Alert
- STSU1-2016
- Dropped ObjectsElectrical Safety
- Ageing, life extension and obsolescenceDropped objectsMechanical failure
- Inspection and maintenance
- Positive retention and reliable securing
Summary
HSE alerts swimming-pool operators to collapse risks from aluminium lighting mounted on runners with ageing plastic brackets and rollers. A lighting assembly fell onto the pool deck without injuring anyone. The alert explains restricted inspection visibility and recommends identifying affected systems, inspecting supports thoroughly and considering replacement or additional securing where appropriate.
Classifications: Ageing, life extension and obsolescence.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Positive retention and reliable securing.
STSU1-2016. Themes: dropped objects, electrical safety.