Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

UK

The UK's Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) place duties on people and companies who own, operate, or have control over specific types of plant and equipment. A wide range of equipment is covered by PUWER; from bulldozers and dumper trucks, to pallet trucks and air compressors.

A requirement of PUWER is that, in many cases, equipment is subjected to statutory, periodic 'thorough examination' by a 'Competent Person'.

Regulations

Supplementary Regulations

HSB Inspection Services

We can provide assistance in complying with PUWER via our network of competent, multi-skilled Engineer Surveyors in the role of 'Competent Person'.

Located throughout the UK, our engineers are focused on helping businesses, of all sizes and industry types, to stay compliant and safe.

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Complementary Services and Insights

HSB Risk Management Solutions

Three engineering consultancy services to help businesses reduce risks, costs, and deliver compliance via improved analysis of their equipment, and health and safety practices; further split into modules, allowing businesses to build them to fit their business.

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Plant and Equipment Guides

Inspection frequencies and detailed diagrams of typical plant and equipment used across various industries, together with the applicable UK legislation for each item.

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