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Thorough Examination of Lifting Equipment

A Thorough Examination of Lifting Equipment is a statutory inspection required to ensure that all lifting machinery, accessories, and devices are safe, reliable, and fully compliant with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). Completing regular thorough examinations demonstrates your business’s commitment to employee safety, legal compliance, and proactive risk management – trusted by clients, partners, and regulators across all sectors. With robust lifting equipment management, you reduce the risk of accidents, protect your workforce, and maintain operational reliability. Compliancy Group guides you through every step – making LOLER compliance clear, practical, and a genuine business advantage.

Why Choose Compliancy Group?

We understand the complexities of lifting equipment standards, examination routines, and regulatory requirements. Our team brings hands-on experience with statutory LOLER examinations, best practice checks, and industry-specific solutions.

No one-size-fits-all here. Whether you need initial examinations, ongoing monitoring, documentation support, or compliance advice, our services are fully customised to your operations. We offer flexible support packages—from essential guidance to comprehensive on-site consultancy.

We work exclusively with UKAS-accredited certification bodies and maintain a 100% pass rate for compliance assessments. Our clients trust us to deliver results that stand up to audit and regulatory scrutiny—helping you achieve, maintain, and leverage LOLER compliance for business growth.

Compliance shouldn’t slow you down. We help you build safer workplaces, reduce risk, and improve operational efficiency—so you can focus on your core business.

You’ll work directly with our expert team, including leadership involvement from our CEO. We pride ourselves on responsive communication, clear guidance, and ongoing support throughout your compliance journey.

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Thorough Examination of Lifting Equipment Benefits for Your Business

Demonstrate compliance to secure contracts and reassure clients or insurers.

Show your commitment to safety, legal responsibilities, and industry standards.

Minimise the risk of lifting equipment failures, injuries, and costly liabilities.

Enhance your standing as a responsible and trusted organisation.

Regular examinations and compliance checks foster a culture of ongoing safety and operational excellence.

Unlock New Opportunities

Boost Credibility

Strengthen Reputation

Strengthen Reputation

Drive Continuous Improvement

Benefits of Compliancy Group Services

From initial examination to ongoing support, our team ensures you’re always prepared and confident.

We streamline compliance processes, freeing up your team to focus on core business activities.

Services are tailored to your specific business needs, not generic templates.

Ongoing support, training, and regulatory updates keep your business compliant long after inspection.

Our 100% compliance pass rate and exclusive partnerships with UKAS-accredited bodies mean you’re in safe hands.

Expert Guidance at Every Step

Time & Resource Savings

Customised Solutions

Relevant Certifications & Accreditations

FAQ's - Thorough Examination of Lifting Equipment

What is a 'thorough examination' under LOLER? This is a systematic and detailed examination of the equipment and safety-critical parts, carried out at specified intervals by a competent person who must then complete a written report.
A Thorough Examination is the name given to the mandatory inspection required by law to ensure that the mechanical parts of a lift truck are in safe working order. It is roughly equivalent to the MOT for cars. Work equipment must receive a Thorough Examination at least once a year.
Safety harnesses should be inspected before and after each use to ensure they are in good condition and safe to use. Additionally, they should undergo a thorough inspection by a competent person at least every six months, or more frequently if subjected to heavy use or harsh conditions.
Lifting equipment should be inspected regularly to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Specifically, lifting equipment used to lift people must be thoroughly examined every 6 months, while other lifting equipment should be examined every 12 months. These examinations are in addition to pre-use checks and any additional inspections required due to damage, modifications, or periods of inactivity
Does a Harness Come Under a LOLER? Yes, harnesses used for lifting people are covered by LOLER regulations. Under LOLER, all equipment used for lifting or lowering people, including safety harnesses, must be inspected at least every six months to ensure safety and compliance.
every 6 months Pre – use check – this is carried out by the user at the beginning of each shift to check there are no visible or surface defects. Any defects should be brought to the attention of your employer. Detailed inspection – a formally recorded inspection should be undertaken at least every 6 months.
Yes, LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) inspections are a legal requirement in the UK
Such inspections shall in no event be at intervals greater than once every 12 months. The employer shall make and maintain a record of the most recent month in which each alloy steel chain sling was thoroughly inspected, and shall make such record available for examination.
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) often create confusion when it comes to ladder inspections. While ladders are primarily used for access rather than lifting operations, they generally fall under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) rather than LOLER.