What is LOLER Inspections?
LOLER requires thorough examination of lifting equipment at prescribed intervals by a competent person. This module manages the entire LOLER lifecycle from equipment registration through to examination scheduling, defect management, and certification.
Equipment register tracks all lifting equipment including cranes, hoists, lift trucks, lifting accessories, and passenger/goods lifts. Examination intervals (6 or 12 months) are configured based on equipment type and use, with automatic scheduling ensuring examinations are never missed.
Competent person registers verify examiner qualifications, whilst examination certificates provide the legal documentation required to demonstrate compliance. Defect management workflows ensure equipment is taken out of service until defects are rectified and re-examined.
Regulatory Compliance
- • Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)
- • Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)
- • Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
- • BS 7121 - Code of Practice for Safe Use of Cranes
Key Benefits
Zero missed LOLER examinations through automatic scheduling
Legal compliance with documented examination certificates
Prevent lifting equipment failures through systematic inspection
Competent person tracking ensures examiner qualifications
Insurance compliance reduces premium costs
Equipment register provides instant access to lifting history
Features & Capabilities
Lifting equipment register with SWL and configuration tracking
6 and 12-month examination scheduling based on equipment type
Competent person register with qualification verification
Digital examination certificates with statutory information
Defect classification and prohibition workflows
Re-examination scheduling following defect rectification
Examination history tracking for audit evidence
Alert notifications for upcoming and overdue examinations
How It Works
Register lifting equipment with SWL, type, and examination interval
Schedule thorough examinations at 6 or 12-month intervals
Competent person conducts examination and records findings
Issue examination certificate and manage defects if identified
Re-examine following defect rectification before return to service
Frequently asked questions
- What is LOLER Inspections?
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations thorough examinations with 6/12-monthly scheduling and competent person tracking.
- How does LOLER Inspections work?
- Register lifting equipment with SWL, type, and examination interval. Schedule thorough examinations at 6 or 12-month intervals. Competent person conducts examination and records findings. Issue examination certificate and manage defects if identified. Re-examine following defect rectification before return to service.
- What are the main benefits of LOLER Inspections?
- Zero missed LOLER examinations through automatic scheduling. Legal compliance with documented examination certificates. Prevent lifting equipment failures through systematic inspection. Competent person tracking ensures examiner qualifications.
- Which regulations does LOLER Inspections help you comply with?
- Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER). Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. BS 7121 - Code of Practice for Safe Use of Cranes.
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