16. Regular inspections
All work equipment will be subject to regular inspections and maintenance.
There are two types of inspections:
- External
– These are performed in accordance with the form and frequency stipulated in the manufacturer’s instructions set out in the instruction manual.
– They require an advanced knowledge of the maintenance required by the equipment in question and therefore they will be performed by an accredited maintenance company.
– A local register of inspection visits and actions taken will be kept.
– Some types of equipment that require specialised external maintenance are: bridge cranes, self-propelled forklifts, trucks, truck cranes, fire fighting appliances, warehouse doors, transfer equipment, electrical systems and gas systems.
- Internal
– The staff using the main work equipment in the shipment area will draw up regular check-lists in order to ensure the optimal, safe operation of this equipment.
These include:
