SEMA Approved cantilever racking inspectors Solihull
Expert Cantilever Racking Inspections
Get your cantilever racking checked in Solihull by experts.
Our SEMA-approved inspectors provide clear reports and actionable recommendations with HSE & PUWER standards.
Stay compliant with HSE, SEMA and auditor requirements in Solihull.
Our inspections help protect your site, staff and operations while ensuring full compliance.
Cantilever racks are typically used to store long-length and bulky materials that are not suited to standard pallet racking, such as sheet materials, timber, pipes, and other oversized goods. For businesses in Solihull, ensuring these systems remain safe is critical to maintaining compliance and operational efficiency.
Due to the heavier loads and increased impact risks associated with cantilever racking, the risk of significant damage increases if issues are not identified early. Our qualified cantilever racking inspectors perform in-depth evaluations to identify damage, highlight areas of concern, and ensure you are aware of any issues before they become serious problems.
Throughout the inspection, our inspector will assess your racking system in detail to help keep your site fully compliant and in good condition. With extensive industry experience, we can also offer guidance on damage prevention to reduce the risk of future damage, helping your business avoid unnecessary downtime and loss of revenue.
Why Cantilever Racking Inspections Are Important
- Annual Inspections: Advised in line with HSG76 and PUWER, these inspections ensure your racking stays safe and compliant.
- Minimise Downtime: Identifying issues early helps prevent disruption and operational delays.
- Protect Your Workforce: Maintain a safe working environment and protect staff from potential hazards.
Why Work With UK Rack Inspection?
- Industry Expertise: Experienced in inspecting heavy-duty cantilever systems.
- Experienced Inspectors: Our team has in-depth experience with leading racking brands, including Stakapal, Wickens, Space Productiv, Prodek, and Ohra.
- SEMA Approved Inspector Accreditation: Inspections completed in line with SEMA standards.
- Site-Specific Advice: We provide practical guidance based on your setup.
What our cantilever racking inspection covers:
Once your cantilever racking inspection in Solihull has been carried out, you will receive a detailed report with easy-to-follow recommendations to rectify any areas of concern. Our comprehensive cantilever racking audit will cover, but not be limited to:
- 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 Solihull
Equip your team in Solihull and across West Midlands with the skills to perform regular, in-house cantilever racking inspections with our tailored Rack Inspection Training Courses.
Built around recognised industry standards, these courses provide your staff with the knowledge of safe cantilever racking use, inspection and maintenance.
What’s Included in the Training:
- Understanding cantilever racking design and load capacities.
- Spotting damage and faults using SEMA damage classifications.
- Carrying out routine in-house inspections in line with SEMA, HSG76 and PUWER REGULATIONS.
- Hands-on exercises based on real warehouse scenarios.
- Key health and safety procedures and compliance requirements.
- Using inspection checklists and the correct tools for assessments.
- Tailored to your site requirements.
- Upon successful completion, delegates are certified for 3 years to carry out 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.
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Cantilever Racking Inspections FAQs
Why do I need to have a cantilever racking inspection in Solihull?
Racking and storage equipment is covered by PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations) and is expected to be inspected at least annually by a suitably trained individual, 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 correctly in line with manufacturer guidance, has clear weight loading information displayed, is suitable and used as intended for its current application, and is in a good serviceable condition.
What are the benefits of using a SEMA approved inspector?
- Ensuring your storage equipment is suitable and fit for purpose
- Fully Approved Inspectors as recognised by the HSE
- We carry out an in-depth inspection process to provide you with a fully detailed report with locations and remedial actions listed
- Supporting your business in meeting Health & Safety and PUWER requirements
- Confirm your racking installation meets manufacturer specifications
- Ensure load notices are in line and relevant to the racking’s current configurations
- Offer guidance on areas that may be showing signs of repetitive damage helping prevent the need for replacement components
- Assess the pallet and pallet load suitability on site
- Provide advice on racking-related health and safety matters to keep you compliant
- Deliver a full breakdown of your racking system specifications
- Complete client debrief after the inspection with guidance and findings explained
Aren’t all Solihull racking inspectors SEMA approved anyway?
The answer is no.
It is important to ask for the inspector’s SARI accreditation number, which is a unique identification number assigned to each SEMA-approved inspector. This should be included on your racking inspection report.
In addition, there are PUWER racking inspectors who offer damage report-only inspections. We believe this approach raises concerns around 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 accept a surface-level inspection when you can receive a comprehensive inspection from a competent inspector?
Should a racking inspection be carried out annually only?
Racking inspections should be carried out at least once per year, and also when racking systems have been moved or altered.
In cases where work has been undertaken by installers who are not SEMA-approved (SEIRS), it is recommended that a full inspection is carried out before the system is returned to operation to ensure it has been completed in line with requirements.
Alongside yearly inspections, in-house inspections should also be carried out by competent staff at set intervals throughout the year.
Personnel responsible should complete racking awareness training and have a proven level of competency. They can then undertake your internal inspections, which should be logged to satisfy auditor requirements and HSE expectations.
Will any guidance or assistance be given after the inspection?
We strive to offer a great aftercare service to our customers, and as a result have built trusted partnerships throughout the country.
We are always on hand to offer help and guidance to ensure you remain in control of all things rack-related.
As an independent inspection company, we do have trusted contacts within the storage industry, all of whom are SEMA-approved professionals offering racking repairs and installation services.
Details can be supplied should you need them if you require any remedial actions 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 more than 30 years, developing extensive knowledge and assisting clients across the UK.
From there, we established our own company to offer a more advanced inspection service we believe is important for our customers. Our experience has enabled us to recognise what is needed to deliver the best possible service.
Our approach is built around:
- Accredited in-house SEMA Approved Inspectors (SARI)
- Straightforward, easy-to-understand reporting
- Prompt notification of critical issues, with RED risk reports issued when necessary
- Impartial SEMA inspections to ensure unbiased reporting
- Inspections carried out in line with detailed SEMA standards
- Guidance on preventing future damage
- Confirming racking complies with manufacturer specifications
- Ongoing support available after your inspection