UK LOLER Lifting Equipment Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive UK LOLER lifting equipment inspection checklist.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: 6 monthly/12 monthly
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: Competent Person
  • Total Items: 20
  • Compliance: LOLER 1998, HSE L113, PUWER 1998

Identification

Equipment identification

  • SWL marking legible?
  • Serial number visible?

Structural Condition

Physical condition

  • No cracks or damage?
  • No excessive corrosion?
  • No distortion?

Safety Devices

Safety mechanisms

  • Limit switches functional?
  • Overload device functional?
  • Brakes effective?

Lifting Accessories

Chains, slings, etc.

  • No excessive wear?
  • Hooks with safety catches?

PPE Compliance Verification

Personal protective equipment inspection

  • Hard hats worn in required areas?
  • Safety glasses/goggles worn as required?
  • High-visibility vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn by all workers?

Fall Protection & Working at Heights

OSHA 1926 Subpart M fall protection

  • Fall protection used above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact and properly installed?
  • Harnesses inspected before use?

Housekeeping & Site Organization

Worksite cleanliness and organization

  • Walkways and access routes clear?
  • Materials stored safely and secured?
  • Debris and waste removed regularly?

Related Construction Checklists

Related Lifting Operations Checklists

Browse More Checklists