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Answer a few questions about the equipment and records you are responsible for. The results give an early read on how likely it is that machinery, guarding or maintenance falls short of PUWER requirements. Only a PUWER inspection confirms the actual condition of guards, controls and maintenance records.

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Could your work equipment be unsafe?

Answer a few questions about the equipment and records you are responsible for. The results give an early read on how likely it is that machinery, guarding or maintenance falls short of PUWER requirements. Only a PUWER inspection confirms the actual condition of guards, controls and maintenance records.

Can anyone reach moving parts, blades or drive belts because guards are missing, loose or removed?
Do emergency stops and controls work as labelled, with clear markings and no workarounds?
Has equipment been added, moved or modified since the last inspection?
Do you use lifting equipment or pressure kit, or do agency or untrained staff operate machines?
Is there a written maintenance log or inspection record for the equipment from recent years?
  1. Low likelihood
  2. Possible
  3. Worth investigating

A guide only; the confirmed answer comes from a specialist on site. Arrange an assessment to have the equipment formally inspected.

What each level indicates

  1. Low likelihood The signs you described are low-level, such as a minor paperwork gap or a worn label. Keep guards and emergency stops in good order and note any equipment that has been moved or modified.
  2. Possible The combination of signs you have described is worth a closer look. An inspector can check guarding, controls and the maintenance log on site to show whether the equipment meets its obligations under the regulations.
  3. Worth investigating The signs point to work equipment that may be unsafe to use. Book an inspection promptly: identifying faults early usually means simpler remedial work and a clearer written report of defects.
  • Missing manuals: Missing supplier documentation is a records issue. The machine itself may prove to be in sound condition once an inspector has examined it in person.
  • Cosmetic wear: Surface cosmetic damage such as scuffed panels or flaking paint rarely affects safety as long as guards, fixings and controls remain intact and properly positioned.
  • Separate test regimes: Portable appliance testing and LOLER thorough examinations each address their own separate duties and sit alongside a PUWER inspection rather than replacing it.

Book your PUWER inspection

Give us the site address, the type of equipment and when access is available. A specialist will carry out the inspection and issue a written report at the set price.

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Book a puwer inspection