ISO 6085:2023/Amd 1:2024

Building construction machinery and equipment — Self-loading mobile concrete mixers — Safety requirements and verification — Amendment 1: Vertical test object height for the visibility measurements

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General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 21-Jul-2024
• ICS: 91.220 - Construction equipment
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 195/SC 1 - Machinery and equipment for concrete work
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 195/SC 1/WG 9 - Self-loading mobile concrete mixers‖
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 22-Jul-2024
• Due Date: 08-Mar-2025
• Completion Date: 22-Jul-2024

Relations

• Amends: ISO 6085:2023 - Building construction machinery and equipment — Self-loading mobile concrete mixers — Safety requirements and verification
• Effective Date: 09-Sep-2023

Overview

ISO 6085:2023/Amd 1:2024 is an important amendment to the international standard ISO 6085, which addresses the safety requirements and verification for self-loading mobile concrete mixers in the building construction sector. Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), this amendment specifically clarifies the vertical test object height used during visibility measurements, a critical factor for operator safety.

This update directly supports the safe operation and verification processes for self-loading mobile concrete mixers, providing clearer guidance and harmonizing safety procedures in construction machinery and equipment. Ensuring good visibility helps minimize the risk of accidents and maintains compliance with global safety expectations on construction sites.

Key Topics

• Vertical Test Object Height:
  The amendment specifies that the vertical test object height for visibility measurements, when applying the rectangular boundary (RB) methodology from ISO 5006:2017, must be 1.2 meters. This parameter enables consistent and objective testing of operator visibility from the mobile concrete mixer’s cab.

• Safety Requirements and Verification:
  Integrating this amendment ensures that safety verification practices are up-to-date and aligned with recognized international standards, thereby supporting the prevention of equipment-related incidents.

• Reference to ISO 5006:
  The amendment draws on visibility measurement protocols as described in ISO 5006:2017, promoting consistency across different types of construction machinery.

Applications

ISO 6085:2023/Amd 1:2024 is essential for professionals involved in the design, manufacture, and operation of self-loading mobile concrete mixers. Relevant applications include:

• Manufacturers:
  Implementing the specified visibility measurement height during prototype testing and compliance checks ensures that products meet international safety standards.

• Construction Site Safety Managers:
  Using the defined measurement helps verify that machines provide adequate operator visibility, reducing blind spots and mitigating the risk of accidents.

• Testing and Inspection Bodies:
  The standard provides a clear benchmark for visibility testing procedures, supporting uniform safety verification during certifications and site inspections.

• Regulatory Compliance:
  Adopting the amendment helps organizations meet legal and regulatory requirements, facilitating access to international markets and instilling confidence in site safety practices.

Related Standards

• ISO 6085:2023:
  The base international standard for safety requirements and verification of self-loading mobile concrete mixers.

• ISO 5006:2017:
  Specifies the method for measuring and evaluating operator visibility on earth-moving machinery, referenced within this amendment for visibility measurement procedures.

• ISO/TC 195 Standards:
  A wider portfolio of ISO standards that cover building construction machinery and equipment, particularly those related to concrete machinery safety.

By applying ISO 6085:2023/Amd 1:2024, stakeholders in the construction industry can ensure adherence to best practices for operator safety, machinery compliance, and international standardization, improving overall construction site safety and productivity through harmonized and well-defined verification protocols.

Standards Content (Sample)

International
Standard
ISO 6085
First edition
Building construction machinery
2023-02
and equipment — Self-loading
mobile concrete mixers — Safety
AMENDMENT 1
requirements and verification
2024-07
AMENDMENT 1: Vertical test object
height for the visibility measurements
Reference number
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