ASME ASP

Description / Abstract: The scope of this Standard is the standardization of safety and performances requirements for automotive service and maintenance products including, but not limited to

(a) shop presses

(b) oil filter crushers

(c) strut spring compressors

(d) oil and antifreeze handlers

(e) portable hydraulic power kits

This Standard may include requirements for safety and health; design, production, construction, maintenance, performance, or operation of mechanical, hydraulic, or pneumatically powered equipment; and qualification of personnel. Safety and construction requirements for electrical equipment are included in UL 201, "Standard for Safety for Garage Equipment," and UL 2089, "Standard for Safety for Vehicle Battery Adapters." As deemed necessary by this Subcommittee, additional equipment classified as PALD-related equipment can be added as the need arises to ensure the safe operation of the equipment by the end user.

PURPOSE

This Standard is designed to

(a) guard against and mitigate injury to workers, and otherwise provide for the protection of life, limb, and property by prescribing safety requirements

(b) provide direction to purchasers, owners, employers, supervisors, and others concerned with, or responsible for, its application

(c) guide governmental and other regulatory bodies in the development, promulgation, and enforcement of appropriate safety directives