REF: SEMA/A4479

SEMA APPROVED INSPECTORS QUALIFICATION

ADJUSTABLE PALLET RACKING MODULE

PRE-COURSE READING LIST

Being an intensive training course for inspectors of racking equipment, this module
assumes a level of knowledge reflected in the reading lists below. Essential reading
includes material that is frequently referred to on the course and contains information
which attendees are expected to understand and be familiar with prior to commencing the
course. Recommended reading is a number of publications containing information which
would be useful for course delegates in helping them to absorb the course material
although the texts listed are not pre-requisites in themselves.

Essential Reading

* SEMA Code of Practice for the Use of Static Pallet Racking (2010) (free download)
* SEMA Guide to the Conduct of Racking and Shelving Inspections (2017)
* SEMA Load Notices (2004)
* SEMA Code of Practice for the Design and Use of Racking Protection
+ HSG 76 – Warehousing and Storage: A Guide to Health & Safety (free download)

Recommended Reading

* SEMA Guideline No. 2 to Erection Tolerances for Static Pallet Racking

* SEMA Terms and Descriptions of Storage Equipment (1993)
 BS EN 15635 Application and Maintenance of Storage Equipment
 BS EN 15629 Specification of Storage Equipment
+ HSE L117 – Approved Code of Practice for Rider Operated Lift Trucks

Key:
* Available from SEMA
+ Available from HMSO Bookshops (also available from HSE as a free download)
 Available from British Standards

Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association,

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