Inspection of work equipment
Based on the Working Conditions Decree, work equipment that may pose a hazard due to wear or aging must be periodically inspected.
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Inspection of electrical appliances
The NEN 3140 inspection consists of a visual inspection and several measurements. Electrical appliances must be periodically inspected by a Sufficiently Instructed Person (VOP) with the correct knowledge and measuring equipment.
Read more →Inspection of ladders, steps and scaffolding
Climbing equipment such as ladders, steps, and mobile scaffolds must be periodically inspected according to NEN 2484 or EN 131.
Read more →Inspection of lifting equipment
Lifting equipment such as lifting slings, chain hoists, and wire rope slings must be inspected at least once a year by an expert (Working Conditions Decree art. 7.20).
Read more →Inspection of fall protection equipment
Harnesses, lines and shock absorbers must be periodically inspected. Always start by determining the year of manufacture.
Read more →Inspection of warehouse racking
NPR 5055 is used for the inspection of warehouse racking.
Read more →Inspection of emergency stop facilities
Emergency stop facilities must be demonstrably checked periodically.
Read more →Inspection stickers for inspections
After an inspection, it is common practice to apply an inspection sticker to the work equipment. Our vinyl inspection stickers (25 mm) are suitable for all common work equipment.
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Author: Drs. Richard Winter