Members of ALEM met on 17 October 2024 in Loughborough. During the meeting Phil James of Fen-Bay services was appointed to replace Richard Spinks of Loading Bay Lifts as President.
Members discuss the publication in the OJEU of EN1570-1:2024 Safety requirements for lifting tables – Lifting tables serving up to two fixed landing. A roundtable meeting for ALEM members to discuss their understanding of the differences between the old and the new standard for EN1570-1 will be scheduled next year.
The Secretary provided an update to members on the systematic review of EN1398:2009 – Dock Levellers safety requirements.