LOLER Inspection & Compliance Services | Fox Engineering Safety
- Ensure your lifting equipment meets LOLER legal requirements
- Minimise downtime with efficient, reliable inspections
- Receive clear compliance certificates for audit readiness
- Gain expert guidance to improve workplace safety
What Is a LOLER Inspection?
A LOLER inspection is a statutory thorough examination carried out to assess lifting equipment in line with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. In accordance with guidance issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), these inspections are required to meet LOLER obligations, including those set out under Regulations 9, 10, and 11.
These examinations apply to anyone who owns, operates, or controls lifting systems and are a legal requirement. Beyond compliance, it helps prevent accidents, injuries, and equipment failures by identifying potential risks early and supporting safe lifting operations. All inspections are carried out by a competent person with the appropriate knowledge, training, and experience.
How Often Are LOLER Inspections Required?
Every 6 months: Lifting accessories (such as slings, chains, and hooks) and equipment used to lift people.
Every 12 months: All other lifting equipment, unless a different interval is specified.
Written scheme of examination: Inspections may follow a written scheme of examination prepared by a competent person, where inspection intervals are set based on usage conditions and risk.
After exceptional circumstances: A thorough examination is also required every time an exceptional circumstance arises that could jeopardise safety, such as damage, modification, failure, or significant changes in operating conditions.
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Comprehensive LOLER Inspections and Thorough Examinations
Under the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, businesses are legally required to ensure all workplace load-handling equipment is safe, compliant, and thoroughly examined at regular intervals.
At Fox Engineering Safety, our examinations focus on assessing equipment condition, identifying defects or deterioration, and confirming suitability for continued use. This includes visual and functional checks, assessment of wear, and additional testing where required as part of a thorough examination.
Why LOLER Compliance Services Matter to Your Business
Compliance with the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 isn’t just a legal requirement it plays a key role in protecting your workforce, maintaining equipment condition, and supporting business continuity through effective inspection and management.
Workplace accidents and injuries
Faulty or uninspected lifting systems significantly increases the risk of workplace incidents and injuries, putting your employees’ safety at stake.
Regulatory fines and legal consequences
Non-compliance can result in enforcement action, costly penalties, and, in severe cases, prosecution.
Business interruptions and damaged reputation
Equipment operational downtime, lost productivity, and long-term damage to your brand’s credibility.
What Types of Equipment Are Subject to LOLER Checks?
LOLER applies to a wide range of lifting equipment and accessories used in workplace lifting operations. Our inspections cover equipment used to lift or support loads, including people, confirming it remains fit for use and suitable for continued operation.
Overhead cranes, gantries, and lifting platforms
Ensuring load and equipment integrity, correct load capacity, structural safety, and reliable operational performance for fixed lifting systems including overhead cranes, jib cranes, and gantry systems.
Forklifts, telehandlers, and mobile lifting equipment
Checking stability, mechanical conditions, braking systems, and safety controls to minimise operational risks across forklifts, telehandlers, mobile cranes, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and vehicle-mounted lifting equipment such as tail lifts.
Lifting accessories such as slings, chains, and hooks
Inspecting wear, damage, and load-bearing capability through lifting gear inspection to ensure safe handling at all times, including shackles, lifting beams, spreader beams, and eyebolts.
Our Inspection Process
We follow a structured inspection process designed to ensure compliance while minimising disruption to your operations.
Initial consultation
We review your lifting arrangements, operating environment, and compliance requirements to understand your compliance needs.
On-site assessment
Our qualified engineer surveyors carry out thorough examinations in line with LOLER regulations and industry best practice.
Reporting and certification
You receive clear reports and compliance certificates to support audits and record keeping.
Ongoing compliance support
We provide guidance on maintaining compliance and planning future assessments to support safe lifting operations.
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Why Choose Fox Engineering Safety?
Choosing the right LOLER inspection provider helps protect people, equipment, and day-to-day operations. Fox Engineering Safety delivers dependable compliance support focused on safety, regulatory assurance, and operational efficiency.
Increase safety
Our thorough examinations help identify potential hazards and defects early, reducing the risk of accidents and ensuring lifting assets are safe to use.
Reduce downtime
By identifying and addressing issues before failure occurs, our checks help minimise downtime and avoid unexpected disruption to operations.
Reduce costs
Early detection of wear and smaller issues reduces the likelihood of larger-scale failures and costly repairs or replacements.
An end-to-end solution
We support lifting systems across its full life cycle, from operation and maintenance through to decommissioning.
Boost productivity
Regular assessment ensures these systems operate safely and efficiently, supporting smooth and productive workflows.
Qualified engineer surveyors
All inspections are carried out by trained and experienced engineer surveyors, ensuring accurate assessments and reliable reporting.
Ready to Ensure Safety and Full LOLER Compliance?
Keep your workplace lifting systems safe, compliant, and operating at peak performance with expert inspections from Fox Engineering Safety. Whether you manage cranes, forklifts, lifting platforms, or accessories, our qualified specialists provide reliable examinations and clear compliance reporting—right when you need it.
Contact Us Today for a Free Consultation
✔ Schedule a LOLER inspection
✔ Get expert advice on compliance requirements
✔ Receive clear guidance tailored to your lifting equipment
✔ Stay audit-ready and reduce operational risks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a LOLER assessment a legal requirement?
Yes. Under the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, workplaces must ensure workplace lifting arrangements are thoroughly examined to meet legal safety and compliance obligations.
Is lifting gear included in the compliance process?
Yes. Lifting gear such as chains, slings, hooks, and shackles is reviewed as part of compliance checks to confirm it is safe, fit for use, and capable of handling designated loads.
What happens if lifting systems do not meet safety requirements?
If faults or defects are identified, the equipment must be removed from service until corrective action is completed and compliance is restored.
Who is responsible for arranging compliance checks?
Responsibility lies with the organisation or individual who owns, operates, or controls the lifting arrangements within the workplace.
Do these regulations apply across all industries?
Yes. The regulations apply to all sectors where load-handling equipment is used, including manufacturing, construction, logistics, warehousing, healthcare, and facilities management.