Inspection Requirements

Inspection Readiness for AE Inspection

To facilitate a smooth and effective MOM Authorised Examiner inspection, clients are requested to ensure that the lifting equipment is ready and safe for inspection before the scheduled attendance.

Site and Equipment Preparation

Before inspection, please ensure that:

• The lifting equipment is fully installed, assembled and ready for inspection.

• Safe access is provided to the equipment, control station, load-bearing parts and inspection areas.

• The inspection area is clear, safe and suitable for functional testing or load testing where required.

• A competent operator / technician is available to operate the equipment during inspection.

• Test load, lifting accessories and necessary rigging arrangements are prepared where load testing is required.

• Power supply, operating controls, limit switches, brakes, safety devices and emergency stop functions are ready for testing.

• Site access, work permit, safety induction, escort arrangement and clearance are arranged in advance where applicable.

Documents to Prepare

Where applicable, please prepare the relevant documents for review, such as:

• Previous inspection certificate

• Equipment manual / load chart

• Maintenance and repair records

• Test load certificate

• Wire rope / lifting gear certificates

• NDT reports, where required

• Engineering documents, PE endorsement or manufacturer’s documents, where applicable

Important Note

Inspection and certification are subject to satisfactory equipment condition, functional testing, load testing where applicable, document review, equipment readiness and compliance with applicable statutory requirements.