SEMA Approved cantilever racking inspectors Kenilworth
Expert Cantilever Racking Inspections
Book your cantilever racking inspection in Kenilworth today.
Our qualified inspectors help you avoid risk and maintain compliance with HSE & PUWER regulations.
Stay compliant with HSE, SEMA and auditor requirements in Kenilworth.
Our expert cantilever racking inspections keep your site safe and compliant.
Cantilever racking is commonly used to store longer, heavier, or more awkward loads that are not suited to standard pallet racking, such as sheet materials, timber, pipes, and other oversized goods. For businesses in Kenilworth, ensuring these systems remain safe is essential to safe and efficient operations.
Due to the heavier loads and increased impact risks associated with cantilever racking, the likelihood of structural issues rises if damage is left unchecked. Our fully certified cantilever racking inspectors undertake thorough inspections to identify damage, highlight areas of concern, and ensure you are aware of any issues before they escalate.
As part of the inspection process, our inspector will examine your cantilever racking thoroughly to help keep your site safe, compliant and operational. With years of hands-on experience, we can also advise on preventative measures to minimise ongoing risks, helping your business reduce costly downtime and operational delays.
Why Cantilever Racking Inspections Are Important
- Annual Inspections: Advised in line with HSG76 and PUWER, annual inspections help ensure your cantilever racking remains safe and compliant.
- Minimise Downtime: Early detection reduces the risk of disruption and costly repairs.
- Protect Your Workforce: Support a safer workplace and reduce the risk of accidents.
Why Choose Us?
- Cantilever Racking Expertise: Experienced in inspecting heavy-duty cantilever systems.
- Experienced Inspectors: Our team has extensive knowledge with leading racking brands, including Stakapal, Wickens, Space Productiv, Prodek, and Ohra.
- SEMA Approved Inspector Accreditation: All inspections are carried out to recognised industry standards.
- Custom Solutions: Solutions designed around your specific site requirements.
What you can expect from our cantilever racking inspection:
After your cantilever racking inspection is completed in Kenilworth, you will receive a fully documented report with easy-to-follow recommendations to address any issues found. Our comprehensive cantilever racking audit will assess the following areas:
- Cantilever column conditions & structural integrity
- Cantilever arms for damages, twisting & arm levels ensuring they have not dropped below horizontal
- Bracing gate & horizontal bracing conditions, ensuring the system is able to maintain rigidity
- Cantilever bases are in a good condition to enable the racks to be sufficiently supported
- Arm retention is suitable for continued use (Arm pins, bolts or connectors to columns)
- Floor fixing bolts are sufficient & secure, keeping your system fully grounded as intended
- Load suitability, load clearances & damage prevention techniques and recommendations, ensuring your Cantilever rack system remains safe, compliant & a vital asset to your business
- Ground suitability for the even weight distribution of the racks and the safe operation for MHE operatives.
- Cantilever racking safe working loads are displayed and correct for the racking current configurations
Customers We Have Carried Out Inspections For
Cantilever Racking Inspection Training Kenilworth
Support your workforce in Kenilworth and the wider Warwickshire with the ability to complete regular, in-house cantilever racking inspections with our tailored Rack Inspection Training Courses.
Designed to meet industry standards, these courses give your team a clear understanding of safe cantilever racking operation and maintenance.
What the Training Covers:
- Introduction to cantilever racking structure and load-bearing fundamentals.
- Identifying faults and damage indicators in line with SEMA classifications.
- Carrying out routine in-house inspections in line with SEMA, HSG76 and PUWER REGULATIONS.
- Practical training to support real-world implementation.
- Understanding workplace safety standards and regulations.
- Key inspection checklists and required tools for cantilever racking.
- Tailored to your site requirements.
- Delegates receive 3-year certification to undertake PRRS (Person Responsible for Rack Safety) inspections.
Every training session is led by knowledgeable industry professionals who offer real-world insight alongside industry expertise.
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FREE Racking Inspection Checklist No Email Required
Looking for a FREE racking inspection checklist you can use straight away? You’re in the right place.
We’ve created a simple, printable racking inspection tick sheet to help warehouse managers and safety officers carry out internal pallet racking inspections quickly and confidently. And unlike many others, we don’t ask for your email address or any personal details to download it.
Racking Manufacturers We Commonly Inspect
Cantilever Racking Inspections FAQs
Why do I need to have a cantilever racking inspection in Kenilworth?
Racking and storage equipment is governed by PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) and is advised to be assessed at least annually by a technically competent person, of which a SEMA-approved inspector satisfies this requirement.
This requirement is further supported by HSE guidance, including:
- HSG76 – Warehousing and storage – A guide to health and safety
- Workplace health, safety and welfare regulations 1992
An annual racking inspection will help ensure that your racking has been installed to manufacturer specifications, has appropriate weight loading information displayed, is correct and being used correctly for its current application, and is in a fit state for continued use.
What are the benefits of using a SEMA approved inspector?
- We will ensure the compatibility and suitability of your storage equipment
- HSE-recognised approved inspectors
- We carry out an in-depth inspection process to provide you with a fully detailed report with locations and remedial actions listed
- Helping you achieve and maintain compliance with Health and Safety legislation and PUWER
- Check that your racking installation has been installed to the manufacturer’s specifications
- Confirm load notices are correct and relevant to your current setup
- Highlight areas prone to recurring damage helping prevent the need for replacement components
- Assess the pallet and pallet load suitability on site
- Keep you informed on racking safety regulations and best practices
- Deliver a full breakdown of your racking system specifications
- Complete client debrief after the inspection with guidance and findings explained
Aren’t all Kenilworth racking inspectors SEMA approved anyway?
In short, no.
We always recommend requesting the inspector’s SARI number, which is an individual ID assigned to each SEMA-approved inspector. This should be clearly shown on your racking inspection report.
You may also come across PUWER inspectors offering damage-only reports. This type of inspection can lead to gaps in compliance, as important installation checks and health and safety issues may be missed.
In our opinion, if you are looking for a racking inspector, why settle for a basic overview when you can receive a comprehensive inspection from a qualified inspector?
Is one racking inspection per year sufficient?
Racking inspections should be carried out at least once per year, and also when racking systems have been relocated or reconfigured.
Where repairs or installations have been completed by non-SEMA-approved installers (SEIRS), it is advised that a full inspection is carried out before the system is used again to ensure it has been completed in line with requirements.
As well as professional annual checks, internal inspections should be conducted by trained personnel at regular intervals throughout the year.
Personnel responsible should complete racking awareness training and have a proven level of competency. They can then carry out your internal inspections, which should be logged to satisfy HSE and audit requirements.
Will we receive advice after the inspection is completed?
Providing ongoing support after the inspection is a key part of our service, and as a result have built long-standing relationships nationwide.
We continue to support our clients with expert guidance to ensure you remain fully informed of all things rack-related.
Although we operate as a fully independent inspection company, we do have trusted contacts within the storage industry, all of whom are certified SEMA members offering racking repairs and installation services.
We are happy to share these details if required if you require any repairs or installations after your inspection.
Why should I use UK Rack Inspection for my annual racking inspection?
The UK Rack Inspection team has been in the storage industry for over 30 years, developing extensive knowledge and assisting clients across the UK.
We created UK Rack Inspection to deliver a higher standard of service to offer a superior level of service we believe is essential for our customers. Our experience has allowed us to understand what is required to operate at the highest standard.
We are committed to the following:
- Accredited in-house SEMA Approved Inspectors (SARI)
- Straightforward, easy-to-understand reporting
- Immediate communication of urgent findings, including RED risk reports where required
- Fully independent inspections with no conflict of interest
- Full compliance with SEMA inspection standards
- Damage prevention advice where required
- Verifying installation and usage meets manufacturer guidelines
- Continued assistance following your inspection