Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) Inspections
The Regulations for the Provision and Use of Work Equipment, commonly referred to as PUWER, establish guidelines in the United Kingdom to ensure the safe usage of work equipment. These regulations aim to safeguard the health and safety of workers and any other individuals who might interact with work equipment, including customers.
Ensuring compliance through our PUWER inspections and guidance
PUWER covers an extensive array of equipment used across various industries in the UK, including machinery, tools, vehicles, appliances, and systems utilised in the workplace.
These regulations impose responsibilities on employers, employees, and self-employed individuals who operate or are in proximity to such equipment, requiring them to implement necessary measures to ensure their own safety and that of their team.
These responsibilities include:
- Producing and implementing risk assessments to identify potential hazards
- Ensuring that equipment is well-maintained and regularly inspected
- Providing sufficient training and information to employees
- Putting in place strategies to manage, control and mitigate risks
- Additionally, employees are required to collaborate with their employers, adhere to safe working procedures, and report any faults in equipment or hazards they encounter during their work
Protect your workforce and property with our specialised Equipment Inspections and secure compliance with PUWER
How Our Process Works
Developing an inspection strategy. This strategy will consider the extent of the inspection, the methods used, and the frequency with which the equipment needs to be checked.
Our skilled team of engineer surveyors will then conduct the inspections methodically, paying particular attention to areas that present hazards.
Following each inspection, our engineers will compile a comprehensive report detailing our findings and recommendations in a straightforward and easily understandable manner.
Subsequently, we will collaborate with you to formulate a plan of action to address any identified risks or defects in the equipment, whether that involves replacing equipment or introducing new safety protocols. Throughout this process, we will keep you informed and work with you every step of the way.
Through our rigorous safety inspections of equipment, we aim to ensure that your work equipment is safe, your employees are shielded from dangers, and your business remains in compliance with legal standards.
Penalty Avoidance
By adhering to the regulations and adopting best practices, employers can safeguard their employees, minimise the likelihood of accidents, and prevent legal repercussions.
Identify and Mitigate Hazards
Maintenance of Equipment
Increase Staff Knowledge and Awareness
Business Protection
By attaining PUWER compliance, businesses can shield themselves from liability in case of accidents by demonstrating that they have taken necessary measures to minimise the risk of accidents.
