Boom Lifts
Articulated and telescopic boom platforms used for elevated access.
Independent MEWP & Access Equipment Inspections
UK Lift Inspection Services carries out independent inspections across a range of mobile elevating work platforms and access equipment used in commercial, industrial, construction and property environments.
Our inspection scope includes boom lifts, cherry pickers, scissor lifts, BMUs, suspended cradles and window-cleaning baskets. Where equipment is used to lift people, LOLER thorough-examination requirements will commonly apply.
Whether you manage one machine or equipment across multiple sites, we provide clear written findings and straightforward guidance on any defects, deterioration or action that may be required.
Need to arrange a MEWP inspection?
Tell us what access equipment you have, where it is located and when it was last examined and we can discuss the appropriate inspection requirements.
MEWP INSPECTIONS
What Does a MEWP Inspection Involve?
A MEWP inspection assesses the condition of the platform and its safety-critical components to identify defects, deterioration or other issues that could affect safe continued use.
For MEWPs used to lift people, this will commonly include a LOLER thorough examination carried out by a competent person and followed by a written report of the findings.
The extent of the examination depends on the machine, how it is used and its condition. It should consider the components and systems that can affect the safe lifting of people and the continued safe operation of the equipment.
EQUIPMENT COVERAGE
What Access Equipment Do We Inspect?
We inspect a range of powered and suspended access equipment used for working at height across commercial, industrial and property environments.
Cherry Pickers
MEWPs commonly used for temporary access to elevated working areas.
Scissor Lifts
Vertical access platforms used across warehouses, construction sites and commercial premises.
BMUs
Building maintenance units used for external building access and maintenance.
Suspended Cradles
Suspended access systems used for façade, maintenance and inspection work.
Window-Cleaning Baskets
Suspended baskets and access equipment used for high-level window and façade work.
HOW IT WORKS
Your MEWP Inspection, Step by Step
Tell Us About the Equipment
Provide the MEWP or access-equipment type, location and any available examination or maintenance history.
We Confirm the Requirement
We review the equipment information and establish the appropriate inspection or thorough examination.
We Carry Out the Inspection
The relevant equipment and safety-critical components are examined for condition, deterioration and defects.
You Receive Your Report
You receive written documentation recording the examination, findings and any action that may be required.
INSPECTION FREQUENCY
How Often Should MEWPs Be Inspected?
MEWPs used to lift people must generally receive a LOLER thorough examination at least every 6 months, unless a competent person specifies a different interval through a written examination scheme.
This thorough examination is separate from normal pre-use checks, servicing and routine maintenance. HSE recommends a programme of daily visual checks, regular inspections and servicing in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and the risks associated with the machine.
Additional examination may also be required following exceptional circumstances that could affect equipment safety, such as significant damage, major changes or prolonged periods out of use.
NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?
Unsure Which Inspection Your Access Equipment Requires?
Tell us what equipment you have, how it is being used and where it is located. We can discuss the inspection requirement and help arrange the appropriate examination.
THOROUGH EXAMINATION
More Than a Routine Safety Check
Daily checks, maintenance and LOLER thorough examinations each serve a different purpose.
Operators should carry out appropriate pre-use checks and report defects, while routine servicing helps keep the machine maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.
A thorough examination is a separate, detailed assessment carried out by a competent person to determine whether the lifting equipment remains safe for continued use.
Following the examination, a written report records the findings, including relevant defects and the date by which the next thorough examination is due.
MEWP & ACCESS FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
What does MEWP stand for?
MEWP stands for Mobile Elevating Work Platform. The term covers powered access equipment designed to raise people to an elevated working position.
Is a cherry picker a MEWP?
Yes. Cherry picker is a commonly used term for certain types of boom-style MEWP.
How often does a MEWP need a LOLER examination?
MEWPs used to lift people should generally be thoroughly examined at least every six months, unless an examination scheme drawn up by a competent person specifies another interval.
Do you inspect boom lifts and scissor lifts?
Yes. Both boom lifts and scissor lifts are within our confirmed inspection scope.
Do you inspect BMUs and suspended cradles?
Yes. Our scope includes BMUs, suspended cradles and window-cleaning baskets.
Is a LOLER examination the same as servicing a MEWP?
No. Servicing and maintenance are separate from the statutory thorough examination required under LOLER.
What happens if a defect is found?
Relevant defects are recorded in the examination report so you understand what has been identified and what action may be required.