Comprehensive Guide to Container Handlers Thorough Examinations

Container Handlers, including Reach Stackers and Empty Container Handlers, are among the largest and most critical vehicles inspected at Statutory Inspections. With the capability to lift loads of up to 45 tonnes, these machines are integral to time-sensitive operations, emphasising the importance of maintaining their full operational and safety integrity daily. Our Thorough Examinations are designed to ensure that these equipment are not only legally compliant under LOLER and PUWER regulations but also guarantee the safety of operators, bystanders, and the equipment itself, regardless of usage hours.

Importance of Thorough Examinations for Container Handlers

Regular Thorough Examinations play a vital role in upholding the safety and operational efficiency of Container Handlers. By conducting thorough inspections, potential safety hazards and operational issues can be identified and addressed promptly, ensuring the continued safe and effective use of these heavy-duty machines.

Conducting Thorough Examinations for Container Handlers

During the inspection process, our competent engineer will dedicate approximately 90 minutes, possibly longer, to thoroughly inspect your Container Handler. Utilisation of a Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) may be necessary to facilitate a comprehensive inspection, with operator assistance required towards the end of the inspection for assessing areas not visible from the driving position. This operational inspection includes critical components such as the steer axle, lights, load indicators, and load status lights, which are tested by locking onto a container weighing at least 50% of the Safe Working Load (SWL) of the equipment. The load is suspended briefly, and any descent exceeding 50mm in 5 minutes indicates a potential issue.

Benefits of Choosing Us for Container Handler Thorough Examinations

• Fully Trained Engineers: Our team comprises experienced engineers with the expertise to conduct thorough inspections of Container Handlers efficiently and effectively.

• High-Quality Service: We uphold a standard of excellence by conducting inspections in-house, ensuring a consistent and reliable service that prioritises safety and compliance.

• Visual Identification and Reporting: Our inspections include visual markers to indicate equipment safety status and the next inspection due date, providing clear documentation for compliance.

• Accessible Reports and Certificates: Gain convenient access to your inspection reports and certificates whenever needed, eliminating concerns about misplacement or loss.

By entrusting us with your Container Handler Thorough Examinations, you not only fulfill legal requirements but also proactively safeguard the safety of operators and maintain the operational longevity of your equipment, ultimately saving time and resources