PUWER 98 Compliance Service – UK
What is PUWER98?
The provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) is a set of regulations that were introduced by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to guarantee that that equipment used in the workplace across the United Kingdom is safe to use and maintained so that it operates exactly as it is intended to. The PUWER 98 regulations applies to every workplace and covers all equipment/tools used for any work activities including all mobile equipment and lifting tools.
PUWER 98 put into place that all pieces of work equipment is:
- Appropriate for its intended use
- Regularly maintained to a safe condition
- Used by work members who have received the correct training and instruction
- Accompanied by necessary warning devices and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- In a secure and safe setting
Assured PUWER 98 Compliance with Broadbent FabGuard
Broadbent FabGuard are Yorkshire’s expert compliance services to ensure that your business meets all of the regulatory requirements and maintains a safe working environment. With decades of experience, our assessors will carry out a thorough site survey to help mitigate any risk.
Our compliance service includes:
- PUWER 98 assessments tailored specifically to your business and its equipment
- Complete risk assessment for all your machinery and work equipment
- A fully itemised cost proposal for any remedial work required
- Long-term service agreements with annual PUWER inspections and documentation to support
Whether your equipment involves starting up, stopping, programming, transporting, setting, repairing or servicing, Broadbent FabGuard’s experts will ensure that it meets PUWER standards.
Through partnering with Broadbent FabGuard, you and your business can prioritise on operations knowing that the equipment is compliant and safe. Contact us today to get booked in for your PUWER 98 site survey.