Racking Inspections
Ensure your racking is compliant with health & safety legislation with regular pallet racking inspections from our racking inspectors.
What Is A Racking Inspection?
A pallet racking inspection is a formal safety assessment of warehouse racking systems to identify damage, risks, and non-compliance issues. Under the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), pallet racking is classed as work equipment and is therefore subject to inspection. An HSE racking legislative review that must form part of your risk assessment and happen annually at a minimum.
Marked on a traffic light system, our Rack Inspectors carry out racking inspections, assessing each racking element against Red – high risk, Amber – medium risk, and Green – low risk.
Why Racking Inspections Are Important?
It’s a legislative requirement of the HSE racking inspection guidelines to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and measures. Your employee safety is front and centre of the inspection. Having a SARI inspector sign off on insurance will keep your premiums down and also reduce the likelihood of legal challenges.
Regular inspections help reduce maintenance costs and support operational efficiency by highlighting issues before they become Amber or Red-high risk, giving you ample time and information to rectify them.
Even newly fitted racking must or should have an inspection before sign-off.
Download Guide: How to Stay Compliant with Racking Inspections
Practical insight into identifying damage, meeting HSE requirements, and moving from reactive checks to a proactive inspection strategy.
What Our Racking Inspections Cover?
Our pallet racking inspections include a detailed assessment of all structural and safety-critical components.
The racking inspector will work through their racking inspection checklist, looking for damage, twisting, missing items, over-loading and other factors that negatively impact the racking functionality and safety. They will work with your appointed Person Responsible for Rack Safety (PRRS), which you must have in situ as per SEMA and HSG76 guidelines. Once completed, you will receive a full, highly detailed copy of the inspection for your records.
Upright Post
Supports the beam and transfers load to the floor.
Baseplate
Transfers the load from the upright to the floor.
Frame Bracing
Aiding the stability and verticality of the upright
Beams
Supports goods and transfers load to the upright
Beam Safety Locks
Safety locks are used to lock in and secure the beams to the upright posts.
Fixings
Floor anchors secure the baseplate to the floor
Digital Racking Inspection Reports & Compliance Tracking
At Nene Warehouse Solutions, we believe in combining our expertise with the best tools available to deliver top-tier service. To ensure our racking inspections are thorough, accurate, and compliant with industry standards, we use Econform’s Racking Inspection Software.
Econform’s state-of-the-art software allows us to perform detailed inspections, capturing all necessary data with precision. This robust tool aids in identifying potential risks, ensuring that your warehouse maintains a high level of safety and operational efficiency. By integrating Econform’s software into our inspection process, we can provide comprehensive reports that not only highlight areas of concern but also suggest practical solutions for improvement. This technological edge enhances our service, aligning with our commitment to provide you with efficient, reliable, and high-quality warehouse solutions.
Pre-loaded Manufacturer Location-Specific Information
Econform’s software comes pre-loaded with specific information related to your racking’s manufacturer and location. This feature enables us to conduct inspections with an enhanced level of detail and accuracy, accounting for any unique specifications or requirements that your racking system may have.
Instant Bill of Materials
Upon the completion of an inspection, Econform’s software automatically generates a bill of materials. This feature allows decision-makers to promptly obtain quotes for any necessary remedial work, significantly speeding up the process of addressing identified issues.
Sign Off on Completed Repairs.
Econform’s software also allows for locations to be signed off as soon as remedial work is completed. This feature ensures that your warehouse operations can resume with minimal downtime, maintaining the efficiency and productivity of your business.
How to Book a Racking Inspection
Through the combination of Nene’s expertise and Econform’s innovative software, we are committed to providing a service that is not only thorough and accurate but also efficient and tailored to your specific needs.
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