UK Regulation
PUWER 1998
Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998
- 2016
- Established
- 300+
- Sites covered
- 800+
- Lifts maintained
- <1hr
- Emergency response
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Applies to
All work equipment, including lifts. Sister regulation to LOLER.
Summary
PUWER covers the day-to-day use, maintenance and information requirements for any equipment used at work. For lifts, it complements LOLER by addressing routine maintenance, training and information.
Who must comply
Employers, the self-employed, and those in control of work equipment.
Key requirements
- Equipment suitable for its intended use.
- Maintained in safe condition (planned, preventive maintenance).
- Used only by people who have received adequate information, instruction and training.
- Protected against specific hazards (e.g. emergency stops, isolation, warnings).
How we help
Our planned maintenance contracts are designed to discharge the duty-holder’s maintenance obligations under PUWER, with full service-visit records.
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