Leading UK Manufacturer of Proof Load Tested Bosun's Chairs
We specialise in the precision manufacture and supply of high-integrity bosun's chairs, engineered to provide superior comfort and stability during suspended work at height in demanding industrial environments.
Constructed with a robust steel frame and a glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) seat, our bosun's chair provides a reliable platform that reduces user fatigue compared to using a harness alone. Each chair is tested for a maximum Safe Working Load (SWL) of 136 kg and is supplied complete with a proof load test certificate. Whether for industrial maintenance, structural inspection, or offshore applications, we provide a complete, certified manufacturing solution.
Please review the important safety considerations below.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Usage
A bosun’s chair is a work seat, classified as lifting equipment. It is not a fall arrest system or device.
You are legally required to use it in conjunction with an independent fall arrest system, typically involving a full-body harness and a separate anchor point.
Inspection
A bosun’s chair must be maintained in a safe condition and are subject to mandatory, thorough inspections by a ‘competent person’ at least every six months. Always check for cracks, stress fractures, or degradation in the fiberglass seat before use.
If the seat is damaged, it must be removed from service immediately and replaced.
Always adhere to the specific safe working load capacity (136KG) and usage guidelines provided.
Do not modify the chair or its rigging, as this invalidates its safety certification.
Please refer to LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) for more information.
