PUWER inspections for lifting equipment
Puwer inspection work adapted to lifting equipment across the United Kingdom.
Signs that matter for lifting equipment
- Simple checks before use cover chains and slings.
- A competent person examines safety-critical parts and writes a report.
- Equipment stays out of use until a dangerous defect is fixed.
- Risk assessment sets what to inspect and how often.
- Keep the inspection record until the next inspection.
Signs on this page are grounded in: Thorough examinations and inspections of lifting equipment; Inspection of work equipment.
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- Reports issued after every inspection
- Covers plant, racking, industrial doors and more
Why it matters for lifting equipment
Lifting equipment and accessories can fail in use. HSE says such failures can result in significant or even fatal injuries. PUWER requires maintenance to keep lifting equipment safe for use.
What tends to affect the scope of work
- The type of lifting equipment and its use.
- The conditions the equipment is exposed to.
- Whether an examination scheme is in place.
- The methods needed, such as measurements, non-destructive testing, load testing or dismantling.
- The manufacturer's recommendations.