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Inspection and control requirements for lifting equipment

Lifting equipment refers to mechanically powered devices used to lift loads. Depending on the type of lifting equipment, different inspection and certification frequencies apply. In this article, we explain which lifting equipment requires inspection or certification, and who is authorised to carry this out.

Lifting equipment requiring annual inspection

The following lifting equipment must be inspected annually. This can be carried out by the maintenance company, an internal competent person, or an Accredited Expert for Supervision and Control (EDTC):

  • Forklift (lifting only)
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  • Reach trucks

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  • Telehandlers

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  • Electric pallet trucks

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  • Stackers

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Certification requirements

Lifting equipment requiring periodic certification by an EDTC

These types of lifting equipment are subject to stricter certification requirements and may only be inspected by an EDTC:

  • Workshop crane, crane, truck-mounted crane
    Frequency: every 3 months
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  • Vehicle lift
    Frequency: annually

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  • Aerial work platform, scissor lift, cage
    Frequency: every 3 months

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OIP (7)Scissor lift

OIP (8)Cage