Specifications

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2.3.2.3. Disposal by a local authority
Local authorities may dispose of WEEE related waste to businesses by special arrangement.
2.3.2.4. Secure disposal
Items of secure (encrypted) equipment, such as PMR or Emergency Services radio, must be disposed of
securely under the terms imposed by the Government regulatory authorities.
The United Kingdom Data Protection Act 1998 requires that procedures are followed for the secure
disposal of any equipment and storage media that may contain personal data (e.g. CCTV images, stored
location information and so on). It may be necessary for the installer to ensure correct protocol is
adhered to for the handling of such data and the media on which it is stored (hard drive, memory cards
etc).
2.4. General safety during installation
Care should be taken during all phases of the installation and, where applicable, de-installation process
to prevent danger to people and damage to the vehicle, equipment and materials.
2.4.1. Safety of personnel
Any person installing mobile radio or any other equipment into motor vehicles must be mindful of
personal safety and safety of others at all times.
To ensure suitable and safe conditions for the installer, allowing a good quality installation to be safely
completed, work undertaken shall be done and take place in a suitable dry and well lit location and/or
facility all in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and its subsequent amendments.
See Appendix B for information regarding Health and Safety at Work Act legislation.
Risk and safety assessments should be undertaken to conform to the relevant legislations to show that
the working environment is safe. For example working on large vehicles could result in environments that
fall under the 2001/45/EC Working at Heights Directive.
To meet the obligations of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
installers should have adequate information, instruction and training for the tools and equipment being
used. Equipment should also:
• be suitable for the intended use,
• safe and maintained in a safe condition
o inspected to ensure this remains the case;
• accompanied by suitable safety measures, e.g. protective devices, markings, warnings
2.4.2. Working environment
Where applicable specific on-site registration, risk assessment and site access times must be adhered to,
along with any requirements for clothing. In addition, a ‘Permit to Work’ will be necessary when working
on sites controlled by other organisations to control risk.
2.4.2.1. Safety on specific installation sites
Certain installation locations have restrictions on work that can be undertaken on site. Before
commencing work it should be confirmed with the relevant Safety Officer or some other responsible
person that installation work complies with applicable safety regulations. Where applicable a ‘Permit to
Work’ should be in place to demonstrate risk assessment has been done.
2.4.3. Clothing
Appropriate clothing should be worn so as not to cause a hazard to the installer or damage to the vehicle.
Suggestions are:
• clean overall/dust coat, free from unprotected sharp buttons and zip fasteners
• tools removed from pockets