Inspection requirements for lifting equipment
Lifting operations and lifting equipment are used to raise or lower loads and are essential in various industries such as metal, wood, construction, glass, and concrete. In this article, we explain what lifting equipment is, which assets fall under this category, and the mandatory inspection frequency.
What are lifting operations and lifting equipment?
Function: Lifting equipment is used to move loads using ropes or steel cables.
Application: These tools are widely used in industrial sectors such as metalworking, woodworking, construction, glass, and concrete industries.
Inspection requirement: Lifting equipment must be inspected every 3 months by a Recognised Expert for Supervision and Control (EDTC).
Which lifting equipment is included?
- Forklifts (when used for lifting purposes, such as lifting big bags)
- Hoists, winches
- Lifting slings
- Chains
- Plate lifters
- Overhead cranes