LOLER Inspection Services

LOLER rules apply to all workplaces covered by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 (HSW Act). This also includes offshore areas and activities. Ships in UK waters must also follow MCA-LOLER guidelines. LOLER covers various lifting equipment used in workplaces, such as cranes, forklift trucks, lifts, hoists, and accessories like chains and slings.

LOLER inspections are typically conducted every 6 to 12 months, depending on the type of equipment, accessory, and frequency of usage:

• Every six months for lifting equipment and accessories used to lift people.
• Every six months for all lifting accessories.
• Every 12 months for all other lifting equipment. If there are unique situations like damage, long periods of non-use, or significant changes to critical parts, inspect the equipment immediately to ensure it’s still safe to use.

In line with regulation, an individual who conducts a LOLER inspection is required to be a competent person. This means they need to have necessary knowledge and experience to detect defects or weaknesses and assess their importance for the safety of lifting equipment.

This means that only people with the right expertise should inspect lifting equipment. At BES Group, our specialist engineer surveyors are skilled professionals, that can inspect and ensure your lifting equipment meets safety standards and operates appropriately. Our accredited service and expertise can help keep your machinery compliant and your workers safe.

In line with regulation, an individual who conducts a LOLER inspection is required to be a competent person. This means they need to have necessary knowledge and experience to detect defects or weaknesses and assess their importance for the safety of lifting equipment.

This means that only people with the right expertise should inspect lifting equipment. At BES Group, our specialist engineer surveyors are skilled professionals, that can inspect and ensure your lifting equipment meets safety standards and operates appropriately. Our accredited service and expertise can help keep your machinery compliant and your workers safe.

Thorough examinations of lifting equipment are essential for safety. During the inspection process, an examiner will check for wear and tear to ensure the machine functions correctly.

Measurements are taken, and load tests are conducted to meet industry standards and prevent overloading. Neglecting inspections can lead to severe consequences, so keeping your equipment safe for everyday use is crucial.

Our expert engineer surveyors are here to ensure your machinery operates safely and with minimal disruption to your business.

LOLER inspections cover a wide range of lifting equipment used in workplaces. This includes:

• Cranes – mobile, tower, and overhead cranes.
• Forklifts – industrial trucks for lifting and moving loads.
• Hoists – electric and manual lifting devices.
• Elevators and lifts – passenger and goods lifts.
• Lifting platforms – access platforms, cherry pickers, and scissor lifts.
• Winches – power-driven winches for lifting and pulling.
• Vehicle-mounted lifting equipment – mechanisms like cranes on vehicles.
• Lifting attachments – beams and bars for moving loads.
• Stacking equipment – trucks for stacking and lifting, such as stacker and pallet trucks.

LOLER inspections are the responsibility of the person or company that owns, operates, or controls lifting equipment. They ensure the equipment is compliant and safe to use.

LOLER inspections have different levels, depending on the equipment and its purpose. The different types of levels include visual checks, functional tests, and thorough examinations by competent persons. A competent person is someone who has the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to carry out the inspections safely and effectively.

A lifting operation involves raising, lowering, or moving loads using cranes, forklifts, or hoists. Any lifting operation must abide to LOLER inspection standards, so that they can be carried out safely as a preventative measure.

Lifting equipment can vary. It includes everything from machines and tools for lifting, lowering, or moving workplace loads. For example, this covers equipment such as cranes, forklift trucks, hoists, and lifting accessories like chains and slings.