11.7.2 Statutory Thorough Examination

The definition of lifting equipment and accessories used in this code make it clear that runways, including their attachments used for anchoring, fixing and supporting them, 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 runway’s historical records for inspection by the Competent Person or local enforcing authority.