BS 7121-14:2005 gives recommendations for the safe installation and use of pipelayers. Subjects covered include selection of pipelayers, planning the lifting operation, thorough examination, operation, as well as safety measures to be taken during the execution of these functions. It also covers the selection and training of personnel involved in the safe installation and use of pipelayers. In addition a uniform method of calculating, and a test method for validating rated lift capacity as presented in commercial literature for pipelayers is included. The rated lift capacity considers hoist mechanism limits, tipping loads and rope factors.
BS 7121-14:2005 applies to all pipelayers when used in lifting applications as defined in BS EN ISO 6165 and BS 6914-5.