JD Lifting Ltd

Racking Inspections

Ensuring the safety and compliance of warehouse and steel racking by verifying its correct installation, integrity, and safe use.

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Ensuring safety through our
professional Racking Inspections

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 impose legal obligations on employers to ensure that work equipment, including warehouse racking and steel/material racking, is safe and suitable for use. This includes ensuring that racking systems are properly maintained and inspected to prevent risks to health and safety.

Regular inspections and maintenance are crucial for preventing equipment failure and ensuring safety. Although PUWER does not explicitly define racking inspections, it requires that any equipment provided for use at work is safe, properly maintained, and inspected regularly by a competent person.

What goes into a Racking Inspection?

Structural Integrity

Checking for signs of damage or wear, such as dents, rust, or cracks in the racking’s frames and components.

Verifying that all components are securely fastened and properly aligned.

Load Suitability

Ensuring that the racking is suitable for the intended loads.

Checking that the weight limits are not exceeded and that load distribution is even.

Usage Practices

Observing the actual usage of the racking system to ensure compliance with safe operational practices.

Installation and Configuration

Verifying that the racking system is correctly installed according to manufacturer specifications and safety standards.

Ensuring that the configuration matches the intended use and layout plan.

Safety Measures

Inspecting for appropriate safety accessories such as locking pins, safety clips, and protection barriers.

Checking for clear labelling of load capacities and required safety information.

Environmental Conditions

Assessing the racking’s exposure to environmental factors that might affect its integrity, such as moisture or temperature variations.

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The importance of
regular Racking Inspections

Regular inspections are crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of racking systems. 

These inspections help in identifying potential issues such as damage, overloading, or incorrect installation, which could lead to accidents or equipment failure, thereby safeguarding both personnel and property.

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Advantages of ensuring
on-time compliance with
Racking Inspections

Enhanced Safety

Racking inspections assist in detecting and addressing potential risks, helping to prevent accidents.

Minimised Downtime

Inspections help minimise downtime by identifying and rectifying potential issues before they lead to equipment failure.

Increased Productivity

Inspections contribute to higher productivity by ensuring that racking systems operate both safely and efficiently.

Minimising Liability

Adhering to regulations helps businesses minimise their liability in the event of an accident.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Who is qualified to perform racking inspections?

Racking inspections should be carried out by trained and experienced professionals who understand the specific type of racking system and relevant safety standards. This should be external certified inspectors.

Regular racking inspections are crucial to ensure the safety and stability of storage systems in warehouses and retail environments. They help identify and rectify potential issues such as damage, misalignment, or overloading, which can prevent accidents, injuries, and inventory loss.

Racking inspections should be conducted at least once a year. However, depending on the usage, environment, and any incidents of damage, more frequent inspections may be necessary. Monthly or quarterly visual checks are also recommended to catch issues early.

Maintain detailed records of all racking inspections, including inspection dates, findings, any repairs or adjustments made, and the inspector's details. These records are important for compliance, tracking the condition of your racking system, and identifying recurring issues.

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As a company we have been dealing with JD Lifting for many years and I cannot recommend them enough. A great range of equipment is available for our HGV's (usually from stock) and if we request anything out of the ordinary sourcing it is never too much trouble. For me JD Lifting came into their own when I took on a new role at work and was a little green with the terminology and lifting capabilities on some items. If I am ever unsure then all I need to do is give JD Lifting a call and Jon and his team are always there to answer any questions and give a full explanation of a product or recommend something suitable. This is fantastic and definitely a service that I know I would not get elsewhere. JD Lifting have saved us from a few sticky situations over the years when we have needed something in a hurry. It's good to know that I have the back up when I need it. I know this is a company I can rely on and would not hesitate to recommend them 100%.
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EC Service ManagerTransport
JD Lifting has always done our LOLER inspections, they are accommodating to the needs of the company with a professional approach in their methods. A real pleasure to work with.
Transport Manager
Transport ManagerSkip Hire
JD Lifting have been a huge part of keeping us stocked and certified for many years a reliable service at competitive prices, we wouldn’t go anywhere else
Company Director
Company DirectorTransport
A friendly, reliable team which give professional advice and always great service.
H&S Manager
H&S ManagerConstruction Piling
Having dealt with other local suppliers for testing and manufacturing services for over 20 years, we moved our custom to JDL in 2023. We have found JDL, efficient, punctual, reliable, flexible and available to discuss our often-bespoke requirements at all times. Their prices are competitive, their invoices and test documentation clear to understand. I would recommend JDL to others in our sectors of operations.
H&S Manager
H&S ManagerConstruction
J D lifting ltd is one of are trusted sub-contractors to Test and certificate are many systems that fall under LOLER regulations to operate are Vessels and workshops. From Man overboard platforms on are Vessels to Lifting equipment in are workshops J D Lifting is a company you can trust to deliver.
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ManagerPort Services
We have been using JD Lifting for many years now, we have always received a professional reliable service.
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ManagerPrecision Engineering
JDL have provided a thorough and efficient service to our school since 2022, inspecting regular LOLER equipment and some of the difficult to access load bearing features of the grade II* listed buildings. The engineers are friendly and informative and reports and quotes are received promptly.
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