Introduction

If you are involved in the lifting industry sector from design, manufacture, refurbishment and repair through

to the hire, maintenance and use of lifting equipment then you must ensure that the lifting equipment is safe for use.

The Lifting Equipment Engineering Association (LEEA) has played a key role within the lifting industry worldwide, from

training and standards setting through to health and safety, the provision of technical and legal and advice and the

development of examination and licensing systems. This flyer provides information relating to local and international

regulations as provided by LEEA and in accordance with Lifting operation and Lifting Equipment Regulation 1998

(LOLER).

What is thorough examination?

This is a systematic and detailed examination of the equipment and safety-critical parts, carried out at

specified intervals by a competent person who must then complete a written report. (Lifting Operation and Lifting

Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER)

How often must lifting equipment and accessories be thoroughly examined?

Before using it for �rst time

After assembly and before use at each location

Regularly, while in service:

6 months, for lifting equipment and any associated accessories used to lift people

6 month for all lifting accessories

12 months for all other lifting equipment

Following exceptional circumstances

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What is covered by a thorough examination of lifting equipment?

This depends on the professional judgement of the competent person undertaking the examination, but needs to

include all matters which a�ect the safety of the lifting equipment, including likely deterioration with time. Methods used

include:

Visual examination and functional checks

Measurements of wear

Traditional NDT (non-destructive testing) and load testing

Disassembly or internal examination or parts

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What equipment is covered by Dacon Inspection-Services?

Our scope is very wide and includes a range of equipment. There are two main categories as below

Lifting Equipment means work equipment for lifting and lowering loads. The definition includes attachments

used to anchor, fix or support the equipment.

Lifting Accessories means lifting equipment for attaching loads to machinery for lifting.

Reporting and Certification

Thorough Examination check list report

Certificate of thorough examination in accordance with LEEA membership

Por Jor 1&2 (ปจ 1&2 ) In accordance with Thai Regulation By Thai professional engineer

Your Business benefit

Extend Performance and lifetime

Save Money

Ensure safety and Availability

Minimize Risk.

Lifting Equipment

Cranes

Workplace passenger and goods lifts

Construction hoists

Scissors lifts

Telehandlers and industrial lift trucks

Lifting Accessories

Slings

Hooks

Shackles

Eyebolts

Ropes used for climbing or work positioning

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