Construction Plant PUWER Inspection
PUWER inspections for construction plant and mobile work equipment across Scotland, including controls, guarding, access and safety devices.
What duty holders need to know.
Construction plant is exposed to rough ground, weather, frequent transport and changing operators. PUWER inspection focuses on the safety-related parts needed for the machine to be operated, adjusted and maintained without unacceptable risk.
The employer or contractor controlling the plant should define suitable inspection frequencies and ensure machines are inspected after installation, relocation or exceptional events where those circumstances could affect safety.
Check the relevant HSE guidance ↗What we examine on construction plant.
The final scope depends on design, use and condition. These are the components and records commonly considered.
- Access, steps, handrails and operator station
- Controls, brakes and steering
- Guards and protection devices
- Visibility aids, cameras and mirrors
- Warning systems and emergency stops
- Tyres, tracks, chassis and articulation
- Attachments and locking systems
- Leaks, deterioration and structural damage
Problems the examination may identify.
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View guide →Book a construction plant inspection
Tell us what equipment you operate, where it is and when it is due. We will confirm the right inspection scope and arrange a practical site date.