Scaffolding Inspection Service in Kent & South East London
LOLER-compliant scaffolding inspections, handover certificates and weekly inspection reports across Kent and South East London.
Professional scaffolding inspection service
Scaffolding inspections are a legal requirement under the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) and the Work at Height Regulations 2005. All scaffolding must be inspected before first use, after any event that may have affected its integrity, and at intervals not exceeding seven days during use.
We provide a professional scaffolding inspection service across Kent and South East London. Our CISRS-trained scaffolders carry out thorough inspections and issue formal inspection reports and handover certificates. We inspect scaffolding erected by ourselves and, where required, scaffolding erected by other contractors.
We cover the full area from our base in Hextable, including all of Kent and South East London.
Types of scaffolding inspection we provide
We provide the full range of scaffolding inspections required under current regulations and industry guidance, including TG20 compliance checks.
All inspections are carried out by CISRS-trained scaffolders and documented on formal inspection reports.
Handover inspection and certificate
A formal inspection carried out before the scaffold is handed over for use. We issue a handover certificate confirming the scaffold is safe and compliant.
Weekly inspections
Inspections carried out at intervals not exceeding seven days during the hire period, as required by the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
Post-event inspections
Inspections carried out after any event that may have affected the integrity of the scaffold, such as high winds, impact damage or vandalism.
TG20 compliance checks
Checks to confirm the scaffold has been erected in accordance with TG20 guidance, the industry standard for tube and fitting scaffolding.
Advanced inspection reports
Detailed inspection reports for complex scaffolding structures, including birdcage scaffolds, suspended scaffolds and scaffolding on listed buildings.
Third-party inspections
Independent inspections of scaffolding erected by other contractors, providing an objective assessment of compliance and safety.
Regulatory requirements for scaffolding inspections
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require that all scaffolding is inspected by a competent person before first use, after any event that may have affected its integrity, and at intervals not exceeding seven days. The results of each inspection must be recorded on a formal inspection report.
LOLER requires that any scaffold used as a lifting platform is subject to thorough examination. Our inspection service covers all relevant regulatory requirements.
- Inspection before first use — mandatory under Work at Height Regulations 2005
- Weekly inspections — required at intervals not exceeding seven days
- Post-event inspections — required after high winds, impact or other events
- Formal inspection reports — required for all inspections
- Handover certificates — issued before the scaffold is handed over for use
Who needs a scaffolding inspection service
Scaffolding inspections are required by law for all scaffolding used in the workplace. The following clients regularly use our inspection service:
Principal contractors
Principal contractors on construction sites require regular scaffolding inspections as part of their health and safety management system.
Facilities managers
Facilities managers responsible for scaffolding on occupied commercial premises require regular inspections and documented compliance records.
Housing associations
Housing associations with scaffolding on occupied residential properties require regular inspections and formal inspection reports.
Local authorities
Local authorities with scaffolding on public buildings and housing stock require regular inspections and compliance documentation.
Property owners
Property owners with scaffolding erected by a third-party contractor may require an independent inspection to confirm compliance.
Scaffolding inspection costs
The cost of a scaffolding inspection depends on the size and complexity of the scaffold, the type of inspection required and the location. We provide free, no-obligation quotations for all inspection work.
- Size and complexity of the scaffold
- Type of inspection required (handover, weekly, post-event, advanced)
- Location within our coverage area
- Frequency of inspections required
Call us on 07956 491594 or use the contact form below for a free, no-obligation quote.
Scaffolding inspection service across Kent and South East London
We provide scaffolding inspections across the full coverage area including Dartford, Gravesend, Maidstone, Medway, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham, Sittingbourne, Sevenoaks, Swanley, Swanscombe, Bromley, Bexley, Sidcup, Orpington, Welling, Crayford, Erith, Chislehurst, Beckenham, Brockley, Greenwich, Eltham, Thamesmead, Strood, Faversham and Tonbridge.
Frequently asked questions
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