12.7.2 Statutory Thorough Examination

The definition of lifting equipment and accessories used in this code make it clear that mobile supporting structures 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 mobile supporting structure’s historical records for inspection by the Competent Person or local enforcing authority.

For some applications it may also be necessary to have the installation thoroughly examined by a Competent Person before the mobile supporting structure is put into service. (See section 12.8 INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING)