Forklift Trucks
Counterbalance and other applicable forklift trucks used for lifting and moving loads.
Independent Forklift & Telehandler Inspections
UK Lift Inspection Services provides independent inspections for forklifts, telehandlers and associated materials-handling equipment across commercial, warehouse and industrial environments.
Our confirmed inspection scope includes forklift trucks, telehandlers, pedestrian forklifts and stackers, high-lift pallet trucks and applicable attachments. Depending on the equipment and how it is used, both LOLER and PUWER requirements may apply.
We provide clear written findings and straightforward guidance on any defects, deterioration or action that may be required, whether you operate a single truck or manage equipment across multiple locations.
Our confirmed inspection scope includes forklift trucks, telehandlers, pedestrian forklifts and stackers, high-lift pallet trucks and applicable attachments. Depending on the equipment and how it is used, both LOLER and PUWER requirements may apply.
We provide clear written findings and straightforward guidance on any defects, deterioration or action that may be required, whether you operate a single truck or manage equipment across multiple locations.
Need to arrange a forklift or telehandler inspection?
Tell us what equipment you have, where it is located and when it was last examined and we can discuss the appropriate inspection requirements.
FORKLIFT INSPECTIONS
What Does a Forklift Inspection Involve?
A forklift inspection assesses the condition of the equipment and the components that affect its safe lifting and operation.
For lift trucks covered by LOLER, the thorough examination can include items such as the forks, lifting chains, mast and cylinders, together with applicable lifting attachments. Wider safety-related components are considered under PUWER requirements.
The scope depends on the equipment, how it is used and the inspection requirements that apply. Our focus is on identifying defects or deterioration clearly and providing straightforward documentation of the findings.
EQUIPMENT COVERAGE
What Materials-Handling Equipment Do We Inspect?
We inspect a range of forklifts, telehandlers and materials-handling equipment used across warehouses, workshops, industrial sites and commercial environments.
Telehandlers
Telescopic handlers used across construction, industrial and materials-handling environments.
Pedestrian Forklifts & Stackers
Pedestrian-operated lifting equipment and stackers used within warehouses and commercial premises.
High-Lift Pallet Trucks
Manual and powered pallet trucks capable of raising loads above normal low-level handling heights.
Powered Pallet Equipment
Applicable powered materials-handling equipment where lifting and inspection requirements apply.
Forklift Attachments
Fork extensions, lifting attachments and other applicable equipment used with lift trucks.
HOW IT WORKS
Your Forklift Inspection, Step by Step
Tell Us About the Equipment
Provide the truck or telehandler type, location and any available inspection or maintenance history.
We Confirm the Requirement
We review the equipment information and establish the appropriate LOLER, PUWER or combined inspection requirement.
We Carry Out the Inspection
Relevant lifting and safety-related 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 Forklifts Be Inspected?
For forklift lifting equipment covered by LOLER, thorough examination is commonly required at least every 12 months, unless a competent person specifies a different interval through a written scheme of examination.
HSE specifically identifies the lifting chains, forks, mast and cylinders and applicable fork attachments as items subject to thorough examination.
Where a forklift or other lifting machine is used to lift people, different examination intervals can apply. Equipment used to lift people must generally be thoroughly examined every 6 months, unless an examination scheme specifies otherwise.
NOT SURE WHAT YOU NEED?
Unsure Which Inspection Your Forklift Requires?
Tell us what equipment you operate, how it is used and where it is located. We can discuss whether LOLER, PUWER or both sets of requirements are relevant and help arrange the appropriate inspection.
LOLER & PUWER
Why Forklifts Can Require Both LOLER and PUWER
LOLER and PUWER cover different aspects of forklift safety, which is why the same truck can fall within both sets of requirements.
LOLER focuses on the parts involved in lifting and lowering loads, including components such as forks, chains, the mast and lifting mechanism.
PUWER applies more broadly to the safety and suitability of the work equipment, including areas such as brakes, steering, tyres and other safety-related systems.
The two therefore complement each other rather than representing the same inspection. HSE makes this distinction specifically for industrial lift trucks.
FORKLIFT & TELEHANDLER FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a forklift need a LOLER examination?
Where a forklift is used for lifting loads, its lifting components can fall within LOLER and require periodic thorough examination.
Does PUWER also apply to forklifts?
Yes. PUWER applies to the wider safety of the lift truck, including components such as brakes, steering and tyres.
How often does a forklift need a LOLER examination?
For lifting equipment not used to lift people, a thorough examination is commonly required every 12 months unless a written examination scheme specifies another interval.
Do you inspect telehandlers?
Yes. Telehandlers are included within our confirmed inspection scope.
Do you inspect pallet trucks?
We inspect applicable high-lift pallet equipment. HSE specifically identifies high-lift pallet trucks capable of raising forks above 300 mm within LOLER guidance.
Do you inspect forklift attachments?
Yes. Applicable forklift attachments are included within our confirmed inspection scope.
Can you inspect several trucks during one visit?
Yes. Multiple items and multi-site inspection programmes can be arranged depending on the number of machines and their locations.