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LOLER Hoist Inspection Checklist

Thorough examination per LOLER 1998, Regulation 9.

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Equipment & Examination Details

Inspection Items

Mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.

# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Hoist Structure & Mounting
1Hoist casing free from cracks, dents and visible damage
2Mounting bolts secure and free from corrosion
3Trolley wheels in good condition, running freely on track
4Support beam and end stops secure, no visible deflection
5SWL plate legible and securely attached
Chain / Wire Rope
6Chain links free from wear, elongation and distortion
7Chain link diameter within manufacturer discard limits
8Wire rope free from broken wires, kinks and birdcaging
9Rope terminations and ferrules secure with no slippage
10Chain or rope adequately lubricated and free from corrosion
Hook & Attachment Points
11Hook throat opening within manufacturer tolerance
12Safety catch present and closing fully under spring pressure
13No signs of hook straightening, twisting or wear
14Shackles and swivels free from cracks and excessive wear
15Bottom block and sheaves in good condition, rotating freely
Braking System
16Brake holds load securely when control is released
17No drift or creep observed during holding test
18Brake pads or discs have adequate remaining material
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Date
Examiner
# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Electrical & Controls
19Pendant control in good condition, buttons clearly marked
20Emergency stop functions correctly and resets properly
21Upper limit switch stops hoist travel before mechanical contact
22Lower limit switch stops hoist travel at correct position
23Overload protection device tested and functioning
24Power cable and connections free from damage and strain
Operational Test
25Hoist raises and lowers smoothly at all speeds
26Trolley traverses smoothly along full track length
27No abnormal noise, vibration or overheating during operation
28Chain or rope spools correctly onto drum without overlap
Documentation & Marking
29Previous examination report available and reviewed
30Outstanding defects from previous examination have been rectified
31Load test certificate current and available
32Colour-coded inspection tag or sticker applied and current
Overall Result
PASS: safe for continued use FAIL: defect(s) found, see below

Defects & Corrective Actions  (list any item marked F, reference item # from checklist)

Item # Defect description Corrective action / reported to Rectified by / date

Declaration

I declare that I have carried out a thorough examination of the above lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER 1998, Regulation 9. I have recorded all defects observed and, where a defect presents an existing or imminent danger, I have notified the duty holder immediately and will report the matter to the relevant enforcing authority as required by Regulation 10.

Competent Person Sign-off
Signature
Print name & employer
Date
Duty Holder Acknowledgement
Signature
Print name & position
Date