LOLER Checklist — Spreader Beam / Lifting Frame — lolerflow.co.uk

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6-month examination interval: Spreader beams and lifting frames are lifting accessories — LOLER 1998 Regulation 9(3)(b) requires thorough examination at least every 6 months.

Free Spreader Beam & Lifting Frame LOLER Inspection Checklist

LOLER 1998 (SI 1998/2307) · Examination interval: 6 months · Working document only — not a substitute for the signed ROTE · Template by lolerflow.co.uk

Beam / Frame Description

Serial No. / Asset Ref.

Date of Examination

Competent Person

1 · Structural Member

Item	Observations	Result
Main beam / frame members — deformation, bending, visible cracks		P F N/A
Welds — visual examination for cracks, undercut, porosity at high-stress joints		P F N/A
Corrosion — surface rust, pitting, section loss (paint condition noted)		P F N/A
Adjustable sections (if fitted) — locking pins, holes, no deformation at pin positions		P F N/A

2 · Attachment Points and Hardware

Item	Observations	Result
Top (master) attachment — shackle point, trunnion or eye — deformation, wear, cracks		P F N/A
Lower load attachment points — all eyes, hooks or lugs — condition and alignment		P F N/A
Shackles, bolts and pins — correct grade, cotter pins present, no thread damage		P F N/A
Any swivel rings or swivel points — rotation free, no wear, lubricated		P F N/A

3 · Marking and Documentation

Item	Observations	Result
SWL / rated capacity — marked on beam, legible, matches design documents		P F N/A
Serial number / unique ID — marked on beam, matches examination record		P F N/A
Design / test certification available — proof test load and date confirmed		P F N/A

Pass — No defects Safe to continue in service

Category B — Repair by:

Category A — Withdrawn Immediate danger — out of service

Competent Person — Name and Signature

Date Signed

Next Examination Due