Air Compressor - Whip Checks

This mandatory standard must be applied at all construction locations:

• When compressed air is to be used, the following must be in place, where applicable:
• A current pressure vessels certificate of air receivers
• Low vibration tools
• Silenced compressors and tools
• Air lances are to be provided with isolation valve on the lance
• Whip checks fitted on all hose connections
• Only Q type fittings, with a standard claw coupling and safety clamp
• 200 PSI hoses to BS EN ISO 2398 and BS 5118/2 specifications

Pat Boyle

Managing Director

Construction