Hong Kong Regulations

CONSTRUCTION SITES (SAFETY) REGULATIONS - REGULATION 33

Winches

(Past version on 30/06/1997).

The contractor responsible for a hoist, which is operated by means of a winch,
and any contractor who has direct control over any construction work which
involves the use of the hoist shall ensure that the hoist is not used- (L.N.
258 of 2003)

   (a)  unless the winch is so constructed that the brake is applied when the
        control lever, handle or switch is not held in the operating position;
        or

   (b)  if the winch is fitted with a pawl and ratchet gear on which the pawl
        has to be disengaged, before the platform or cage can be lowered.