Bearing Press Inspection
Bearing Presses Under PUWER
A bearing press is work equipment under PUWER 1998, so Regulation 6 requires it to be inspected at suitable intervals by a competent person where wear or damage could make it dangerous. This is different from a power press, which carries its own stricter statutory examination.
We inspect yours on site and report clearly on its condition.
Bearing Press PUWER
Regulation
PUWER 1998
Inspection interval
Risk-based
Common baseline
At least annual
Examined
On site
Report turnaround
Within 3 days
What's included
What's covered in a bearing press inspection
Frame and Welds
We examine the frame, uprights and welds for cracks and distortion. Cracked welds on the frame are a serious finding, given the energy a press stores.
Ram and Hydraulics
We check the ram, cylinder and piston for leaks and smooth travel, and the hydraulic pump and hoses. A ram that won't hold pressure and hydraulic leaks are the faults we see most.
Gauge and Overload
We test the pressure gauge and the pressure relief or overload device. A faulty or inaccurate gauge leaves the operator working blind, so we flag it.
Bed and Guarding
We inspect the bed, bolster and support pins for wear and security, and the guarding and shielding against ejected parts. Missing or inadequate guarding is a common and dangerous defect.
Controls and Markings
We check the controls, the foot pedal where fitted and the return mechanism, the base stability and mountings, and confirm the rated capacity marking is present and legible.
How it works
Your bearing press's PUWER inspection, 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
Let us know the press and where it is, and we lock in a date and a fixed quote, usually same day.
2
On-site examination
A competent Engineer Surveyor attends and inspects the press against PUWER Regulation 6.
3
Compliant report
You have your inspection report within three days, with defects and timescales included.
4
Reminders
We keep your next due date on file and remind you before it comes round.
OUR STANDARDS
Workshop inspections that put safety first
We take our responsibilities seriously, upholding the highest standards of professionalism, quality and safety across every aspect of our operations.
Quality Assurance
Precise, consistent workshop inspections from experienced Engineer Surveyors who stay current with best practice.
Responsibility
A structured process built to reduce risk and keep your workshop aligned with its PUWER obligations.
Care
Safety underpins all we do. We care about the operator's wellbeing and back it with proper standards.
GET IN TOUCH
Request a Bearing Press Inspection
Tell us what you need inspected and when. We'll confirm availability and a competitive quote, 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
Your Bearing Press Inspection Questions, Answered
How often does a bearing press need inspecting?
PUWER sets no fixed period for a bearing press. Regulation 6 puts it on a suitable-interval inspection judged by use and condition, plus after any exceptional event. A yearly inspection is a common baseline.
Is a bearing press the same as a power press?
No. A power press for cold metalworking carries a stricter statutory thorough examination, every 6 or 12 months depending on its guards. A bearing or hydraulic workshop press is inspected under PUWER Regulation 6 at suitable intervals instead.
What's the difference between PUWER and LOLER?
PUWER applies to all work equipment, which must be suitable, maintained and inspected as the risk requires. LOLER adds extra duties for equipment that lifts. Anything that lifts may need both, while the equipment on this page falls under PUWER.
Do you carry out inspections 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 PUWER inspection?
If you provide work equipment for use at work, PUWER 1998 makes its safety your responsibility, and Regulation 6 calls for inspection wherever the equipment could deteriorate and become dangerous. A competent person's inspection, recorded and kept on file, is how you show you have met that duty.