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Patient Hoist Examinations
Patient Hoist LOLER Inspections
Safe Test Wales provides thorough examinations and certification for patient hoists and associated lifting equipment used within care, healthcare and residential settings.
What Is Patient Handling Equipment?
Patient handling equipment is designed to assist with the safe lifting, lowering and transfer of people who have limited mobility.
Patient hoists are commonly used in hospitals, care homes, nursing facilities and private residences to support safe patient transfers while reducing the risk of injury to both patients and carers.
Why Are Regular Examinations Important?
Patient hoists used for lifting people are subject to the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER).
As a general rule, lifting equipment used to lift people must be thoroughly examined by a competent person at least every 6 months, unless a different examination interval is specified within a written examination scheme.
Regular thorough examinations help identify wear, damage, deterioration or defects before they develop into potentially dangerous situations.
Benefits of Regular LOLER Examinations
Safety
Helps protect patients, carers and staff by identifying defects or deterioration that could affect the safe operation of the equipment.
Compliance
Helps duty holders meet their responsibilities under LOLER and maintain appropriate inspection and examination records.
Equipment Reliability
Early identification of defects can help prevent unexpected equipment failures and unnecessary downtime.
Peace of Mind
Provides confidence that patient lifting equipment has been independently examined and remains suitable for continued use.
How Safe Test Wales Can Help
Safe Test Wales provides independent LOLER thorough examinations for patient hoists and associated lifting equipment.
Our examinations are carried out by a competent person and include a detailed assessment of the equipment, with clear reporting of any defects or further action required.
We offer flexible scheduling to help minimise disruption to care environments and can work with clients to manage ongoing LOLER examination requirements.
Book a Patient Hoist Examination
To arrange a patient hoist LOLER examination or discuss your equipment requirements, contact Safe Test Wales.
We provide professional, practical and reliable inspection services across South Wales and the South West.