H&S Safety Critical Alert – CARPS: Scania Chassis Model P310 4X2, Multi Star Platform (Supplied by Marigus)
September 10, 2010 by webmaster
Filed under Circulars, Health & Safety
CIRCULAR: 2010HOC0572JM
10 September 2010
BRIGADE SECRETARIES
Cc: Brigade Health & Safety Coordinators
Regional Health & Safety Coordinators
Lothian and Borders Brigade Secretary, Andy Fulton , has informed me of the brigades intention to remove Scania Chassis Model P310 4×2, Multistar Platform ( supplied by Magirus) vehicles from operational use due to safety concerns.
These vehicles have over a period of time undergone various modifications after the FBU had raised concerns over their suitability. Those modifications have included a reduction in the size of the water tank from 1500L to 1000L (litres), baffles in the water tank, low profile tyres and the removal of ladders from the roof.
Following tests carried out by the brigade using video equipment, it was found that the rear wheels lifted some 30cm from the road when negotiating an average roundabout at 22 mph.
Similar tests were carried out using a Turn Table Ladder with no such problems being experienced.
I would urge you to raise this with your brigade management if you have similar vehicles.
Yours sincerely
John McGhee
National Officer
Health, Safety & Welfare
JM/jr
