Work Equipment (PUWER)
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998*
Conveyors of all sorts and types
Inspection Frequency:
12 months
Related Regulation:
PUWER 1
Note: Conveyors of all sorts and types are generally not considered as lifting equipment. The items are transported rather than lifted.
Dock leveller
Inspection Frequency:
12 months
Related Regulation:
PUWER 1
Note: Some dock levellers are designed to lift persons. These would then fall under the requirements of LOLER and be inspected every 6 months.
Electric winch
Inspection Frequency:
12 months
Related Regulation:
PUWER 1
Note: Would normally not be used for lifting or lowering. However a 12 month inspection regime may be considered under PUWER.
Tirfor
Inspection Frequency:
12 months
Related Regulation:
PUWER 1
Note: Could be LOLER if they are used for lifting or lowering. Normally use as a way to "winch" or tow items rather than lift. If they are used to lift, they would then require a 12 month inspection.
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