24.5.2 General
Consideration should be given to the following:
Lifting capacity required.
Dimensions of the barrel(s) to be lifted.
Lifting machine it is to be used with.
Available headroom.
Degree of portability required.
The self weight of the barrel lifter.
Whether, or not, manipulation of the suspended barrel is required and if so to what extent.
The documentation required by legislation. If this is not on record, refer the barrel lifter to a Competent Person for thorough examination.