PUWER inspections for factory machinery
Puwer inspection work adapted to factory machinery across the United Kingdom.
Signs that matter for factory machinery
- A machine that needs inspection should stay out of use until the inspection is known to have happened.
- The risk assessment decides whether inspection is needed and how often it should happen.
- Inspection focuses on safety-related parts and may need testing or dismantling.
- Factory checks can include guarding and the function of safety devices.
Signs on this page are grounded in: Inspection of work equipment.
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- Reports issued after every inspection
- Covers plant, racking, industrial doors and more
Why it matters for factory machinery
The HSE page states that the purpose of an inspection is to find deterioration before it becomes a health and safety risk. It says inspection is necessary where significant risks may arise from incorrect installation, reinstallation, deterioration or other circumstances. The result of the inspection should be recorded and kept at least until the next inspection.
What tends to affect the scope of work
- The type of work equipment.
- Its use and the conditions it is exposed to.
- The manufacturer's recommendations.
- Whether testing or dismantling is needed.
- Any change in use or known damage.