Scissor Lift Inspection
Scissor Lifts Under LOLER
A scissor lift is a vertical MEWP, so it sits in the people-lifting category and needs examining at least every 6 months under LOLER 1998. From small electric units used indoors to heavy rough-terrain diesel machines, the requirement holds.
Our Engineer Surveyors carry out the examination at your site and set out their findings on every safety-critical part.
Scissor Lift LOLER
Regulation
LOLER 1998
Lifting people
Every 6 months
After exceptional events
Re-examined
Examined
On site
Report turnaround
Within 3 days
What's included
What's covered in a scissor lift inspection
Scissor Arms and Structure
We examine the scissor arms, pivot pins and bushes for wear and play, and the welds and structure for cracks and corrosion. Worn pins and bushes causing excessive play are the classic scissor lift finding.
Hydraulic System
We check the lift cylinders, hoses and the hydraulic system for leaks and confirm the lift holds under load. Leaks from the cylinders and hoses are among the faults we see most.
Platform and Guarding
We inspect the guardrails, gates, toe boards and the platform deck that keep people safe at height. Damaged guardrails and sticking access gates are common defects.
Controls and Emergency Systems
We test the ground and platform controls and changeover, the emergency lowering and the emergency stop. A faulty emergency lowering system is something we report regularly.
Stability, Drive and Markings
We check the pothole protection bars, tilt or level sensors, the wheels, drive and brakes, and confirm the safe working load and platform capacity markings. Pothole protection failing to deploy is a fault we flag.
How it works
Your scissor lift's LOLER examination, start to finish
Every scheme your equipment is required to meet under UK regulation carried out by accredited engineers and backed by compliant reports.
1
Book
Give us the scissor lift and your location, and we confirm a date and a firm quote, often same day.
2
On-site examination
Give us the scissor lift and your location, and we confirm a date and a firm quote, often same day.
3
Compliant report
Give us the scissor lift and your location, and we confirm a date and a firm quote, often same day.
4
Reminders
Give us the scissor lift and your location, and we confirm a date and a firm quote, often same day.
OUR STANDARDS
Engineering inspections where safety comes first
We take our responsibilities seriously, upholding the highest standards of professionalism, quality and safety across every aspect of our operations.
Quality Assurance
Careful, consistent examinations delivered by highly trained Engineer Surveyors who stay current with the latest standards and practice.
Responsibility
A structured examination process built to reduce risk and keep your business aligned with its legal and regulatory obligations.
Care
Safety runs through every part of the job. We focus on the wellbeing of everyone near the lift, giving you dependable peace of mind.
GET IN TOUCH
Request a Quotation
Send us the details and your preferred timing, and we'll confirm availability and a competitive price, usually the same day.
Call us
0208 050 3958
Based in
Reading, Berkshire: serving the South of England
● Hampshire
● Oxfordshire
● Northamptonshire
● Cambridgeshire
● Surrey
● Buckinghamshire
● London
FAQ
Questions About Scissor Lift Inspections
Is a scissor lift classed as a MEWP?
Yes. It is the vertical kind of Mobile Elevating Work Platform, rising straight up on a folding scissor mechanism. Because it lifts people, the 6-monthly interval applies.
What is the LOLER examination interval for a scissor lift?
Six months at most, since a scissor lift lifts people. The period can be shorter under a written scheme of examination, and an examination is also triggered by exceptional circumstances.
Do you carry out examinations on site?
Yes. Our Engineer Surveyors come to your premises across Berkshire and the surrounding counties, and we issue reports promptly.
Do I legally need a LOLER examination?
If your business owns, operates or controls lifting equipment, then yes. LOLER 1998 makes it your legal duty to have it thoroughly examined by a competent person and to keep the resulting report.
What's the difference between LOLER and PUWER?
LOLER deals with the lifting side of your equipment, while PUWER covers it as work equipment more broadly. Plenty of machines need both, and we carry out PUWER examinations too.