HSE PUWER Work Equipment Inspection UK - FREE PDF

Work equipment inspection per PUWER 1998 requirements. Verify equipment is suitable, maintained, inspected, and has appropriate guards and controls. Required for all employers in Great Britain.

  • Industry: Manufacturing / Construction / All Industries
  • Frequency: Annual / As required
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: Competent Person / Maintenance Manager
  • Total Items: 29
  • Compliance: PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998, HSE PUWER Guidance

Suitability

Reg 4 - Equipment suitable for use

  • Equipment suitable for intended purpose?
  • Suitable for conditions of use?
  • Ergonomic factors considered?

Maintenance

Reg 5-6 - Maintenance and inspection

  • Equipment maintained in efficient working order?
  • Maintenance log up to date?
  • Statutory inspections current (where required)?
  • Inspection records available?

Guards & Protection

Reg 11-13 - Dangerous parts

  • Guards fitted to dangerous parts?
  • Guards prevent access to danger zones?
  • Guard interlocks functioning?
  • Nip points protected?
  • Rotating projections enclosed?

Controls & Stop Devices

Reg 14-18 - Controls

  • Controls clearly identified?
  • Controls located to avoid accidental operation?
  • Start control requires deliberate action?
  • Stop control accessible and functional?
  • Emergency stop readily accessible?
  • Means to isolate from power sources?

Other Requirements

Additional PUWER requirements

  • Equipment stable during use?
  • Adequate lighting provided?
  • Appropriate warnings/markings displayed?
  • Protection from extreme temperatures?
  • Users adequately trained?
  • Equipment Status
  • Defects/Actions Required

Initial Safety Assessment

Preliminary safety and compliance verification

  • Work area safe and hazard-free?
  • Required PPE available and in good condition?
  • Emergency exits clear and marked?
  • First aid supplies accessible?

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