HSE International ISSUE 105 | Page 3

BS 8620:2016 the first British standard for one-person low-level work platforms (podiums) now replaces PAS 250:2012 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW No need to worry, PAS 250 podiums are not obsolete and there’s no need to change product immediately. You should update your procurement policy to specify BS 8620 type approved products. BS 8620 has updated technical, dimensional and testing requirements. BS 8620 product should be in the supply chain by April 2017. for further information visit www.pasma.co.uk/bs8620