Propalock is a new locking system fitted to adjustable telescopic steel props for the control of temporary support, that can improve health and safety practices during construction work.
The adjustable telescopic steel props comprise of a large diameter screw thread on the outside of the outer (lower) tube, a collar nut to achieve fine adjustment along the thread, and a loose pin through a series of holes in the inner (upper) tube to give a wider range of adjustment.
It is manufactured in accordance with British Standard (BS 4074:1982 and current BS EN 1065:1999) designed to contribute to the security and management of safe working practices in temporary works/support situations during construction work.
Conforms to:
● Construction Design and Management Regulations 2007 (2015)
● British Standard 5975 2008 Code of Practice for Temporary Works
● Health and Safety Executive RR 463 (Avoiding Structural Collapses in Refurbishment)
● Health and Safety Executive SIM 02/2010/04 – the Management of Temporary Works in the Construction Industry.
● Health and Safety RR 204 2004 Safety in Refurbishment Involving Demolition and Structural Instability.
