Pallet Racking Inspections & Repairs

Get your racking inspected with Storage Concepts! Following our inspection, we can quote to repair and correct your existing racking.

Pallet racking inspections are a legal requirement in the UK to ensure the safety of workers. They should be carried out by a competent person, such as a SEMA approved racking inspector (SARI). The purpose of these inspections are:

• To check the condition of the racking
• To ensure the racking is safe to use
• To ensure the racking is properly maintained
• To ensure the racking is not overloaded

How often

• The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommends inspections at least once every 12 months
• The frequency of informal inspections should be based on the manufacturer's recommendations

What to look for

• Bent beams, dents, or other signs of damage
• Loose bolts or fasteners
• Untight connections
• Leaning or misaligned uprights
• Correct signage
• How stock is being stored

Other guidelines

• Start the inspection at one end of the warehouse
• Examine uprights at the ends of the rows
• Scan each side for damaged or sagging beams
• Inspect each upright and beam as you move down the aisle

You should also ensure that racking is highly visible, protected physically, and never climbed on.