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Thorough Examination of Forklifts - LOLER 98

 


Is your forklift up to the mark?


 

 
If you own or operate a forklift, you are required by law to ensure that it holds a report of Thorough Examination. This applies even to forklifts on hire.

Failure to comply can leave you open to prosecution and could invalidate your insurance or much worse in the case of a serious accident arising from faulty equipment.

Fortunately, a comprehensive national scheme has been introduced that complies fully with all current legislation and is supported by HSE.
 

 

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What is Thorough Examination?


 

The new national Thorough Examination procedure meets the requirements of both LOLER 98 and PUWER 98 legislation.

In many ways it is like an automotive MOT, but is much more rigorous.

It is a legal requirement that applies to every forklift - including any that are just one year old. 

Crucially, as an owner or user, you are responsible.

 

  

 

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Who can deliver it?

 

Companies accredited to CFTS which is supported by HSE.   

Castle Forklifts Ltd is accredited to CFTS and can thus carry out thorough examinations.

Remember, the new national Thorough Examination procedure can only be carried out by a competent person from an accredited company. 

We have proved ourselves capable of - and committed to - meeting the strict Quality Assurance Procedural Code of CFTS..

Click on our certificate to the right to see a full size copy.

 

  

 

 

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Why is a national scheme so important?

 

Just imagine if there were no cohesive national system for assessing the safe condition of cars. Imagine if garages were allowed to decide for themselves how to carry out MOT tests. Imagine if an MOT certificate issued by one garage was based on criteria and procedures which differed widely from those used by another. Imagine if there was no one to oversee the process nationally and ensure consistent high standards.

This is very much like the situation which has applied to forklift examinations... until now.

The definitive new scheme, developed by the two organisations which represent the forklift truck industry, with the support of the HSE, tackles all the current deficiencies in delivery of Thorough Examination.

Its stringent Quality Assurance Procedural Code raises and maintains the standard of testing and the scope of the examinations. In doing so it answers a pressing need within British industry for increased confidence when it comes to the safety of materials handling equipment.

 

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Who runs the new scheme?

 

The new national procedure has been set up by Consolidated Fork Truck Services (CFTS), a joint venture between the two major industry trade associations in materials handling:

The Fork Lift Truck Association (FLTA)
The British Industrial Truck Association (BITA)

As the acknowledged experts on Thorough Examination, their unrivalled expertise has been combined to produce a unique scheme which carries the authority of the whole industry and the support of HSE.

 

  

 

 

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What's distinctive about the new procedure?

 

Huge effort has gone into ensuring that the complex legislation relating to Thorough Examination in delivered in a very effective and practical package. Through it you can keep on the right side of the law and check that your truck is in a safe and productive condition.

The national procedure developed by CFTS ensures you benefit from
  • the authority and backing of both BITA and FLTA
  • the support of HM Health and Safety Executive
  • the in-depth knowledge of examiners who truly understand forklifts
  • the protection and assured quality of the CFTS Procedural Code
  • total peace of mind because you meet all current and pending legislation

 

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What if I don't use an accredited company?


 

Complying with legislation is paramount, which is why it makes such sound sense to ensure any testing is carried out by a fully accredited company.

By using someone without accreditation you could open yourself up to the risk of:
  • inadequate or inaccurate advice
  • inconsistent standards
  • superficial examinations that do not comply with HSE requirements
  • legal problems
  • dangerous forklifts and resulting accidents leading to...
    • damage to equipment, goods and premises
    • delays in productivity
    • corporate and personal litigation
    • heavy fines
    • adverse publicity
    • and a terrible cost in lives, health and suffering

 

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How does the national procedure work?


 

The new national Thorough Examination procedure has a full audit trail which ensures that all examinations are recorded and, where necessary, checked by an independent inspector.

Documentation used with the new scheme will bear a reassuring and distinctive quality mark. You will see it on a special sticker applied to every forklift which passes examination under the new scheme.

Remember, only Thorough Examinations carried out under this scheme are subject to the rigorous CFTS Quality Assurance Procedural Code and endorsed by the quality mark.

 

  

 

 

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Are there any other benefits?

 

By choosing the new national procedure you can rest assured that your Thorough Examinations will be administered efficiently and carried out to the highest professional standards. In addition, the quality mark of the scheme will give a 'stamp of approval' to your business:
  • giving immediate credibility and authority to the Thorough Examination documentation you hold
  • making a positive statement to your customers and staff that you care about safety and their welfare
  • marking your trucks with a symbol of excellence that is nationally recognised
  • reducing the risk of accidents - with their economic and human costs
  • completely fulfilling your legal requirements

 

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Don't take chances- insist on the CFTS mark of quality from 

Castle Forklifts Ltd

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Remember no other mark is supported by HSE

for further details contact  

Clive, Colin, Cliff or Keith

 

 

All prices are ex works, delivery and VAT are charged extra. 

Castle Forklifts Ltd, Unit 15 Paynes Lane Industrial Estate, Rugby, Warwickshire CV21 2UH, U.K. Tel (44) 1788 560531 Fax (44) 1788 540943

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