European Platform & Stairlift Association
European Platform & Stairlift Association

European Platform & Stairlift Association

Frequently asked question

"Who does any extra checks needed when the travel height is over 3 metres?"

ANSWER

Accredited European Notified Bodies such as, for example, TÜV, DNV, IMQ, Liftinstituut, etc., have issued EC type test Certificates for European manufacturers of vertical lifting platforms for travel heights of 3.0 m. and higher with the risk assessments made in conformity with the applicable Essential Health and Safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.