23.7.2 Statutory Thorough Examination

As lifting accessories, and unless a written scheme of examination (for guidance refer to LEEA 032 Guide to Written Schemes of Examination), drawn up by a Competent Person, is in place and operating, rigging screws must be thoroughly examined by a Competent Person at intervals not exceeding six months. Reports of thorough examination should be retained and cross-referenced to the component’s historical records for inspection by the Competent Person or local enforcing authority.