13.7.1 Statutory Thorough Examination

The definition of lifting equipment and accessories used in code makes it clear that jacks are lifting equipment. Unless a written scheme of examination (for guidance refer to LEEA 032 Guidance to written schemes of examination), drawn up by a Competent Person, is in place and operating they must be thoroughly examined by a Competent Person at intervals not exceeding 12 months. Reports of thorough examination should be retained and cross referenced to the jack’s historical records for inspection by the Competent Person or local enforcing authority.