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  1. What is the maximum interval for thorough examination of lifting equipment NOT used for lifting persons?

    Answer: 12 months

    Under LOLER, lifting equipment not used for lifting persons must be thoroughly examined at least every 12 months, or in accordance with an examination scheme drawn up by a competent person. Lifting accessories (slings, shackles) must be examined every 6 months regardless.

  2. Under LOLER, what records must be kept following a thorough examination?

    Answer: A written report from the competent person must be kept and be available for inspection

    LOLER requires that a written report is produced following every thorough examination. This report must be kept available for inspection by the enforcing authority. It must detail the equipment examined, any defects found, and whether the equipment is safe for continued use.

  3. What is the relationship between LOLER 1998 and PUWER 1998 in the context of lifting equipment?

    Answer: Both apply — PUWER covers general equipment requirements while LOLER adds specific lifting requirements

    Both LOLER and PUWER apply to lifting equipment simultaneously. PUWER sets out general requirements for all work equipment (maintenance, training, guarding), while LOLER adds specific requirements for lifting operations and lifting equipment (planning, examination, load marking).

  4. Under LOLER, what must be considered when positioning lifting equipment on site?

    Answer: The risk of the equipment or load striking persons, and the risk of the load drifting or falling freely

    LOLER Regulation 6 requires that lifting equipment is positioned and installed to reduce the risk of the equipment or load striking a person, and to reduce the risk of the load drifting, falling freely, or being released unintentionally. Ground conditions, exclusion zones, and proximity to hazards must all be assessed.

  5. A colour-coded inspection tag system is commonly used for lifting accessories. What does a system of quarterly colour changes help to identify?

    Answer: Whether the lifting accessory has been inspected within the current period

    The colour-coded tag system uses a different colour for each quarter of the year. By checking the colour of the tag against the current quarter's colour, anyone on site can quickly verify whether the lifting accessory has been inspected within the required period without needing to check paperwork.

  6. Under LOLER, who has the duty to ensure that lifting operations are carried out safely?

    Answer: The employer or any person who has control of the lifting operation

    Under LOLER, the duty falls on the employer and every person who has control of lifting equipment or the way it is used. This includes principal contractors, subcontractors, and crane hire companies. All parties in the chain share responsibility for ensuring safe lifting operations.