Working Platforms Inspection Services
RCS International provides comprehensive Working Platforms Inspection Services to ensure the safety, structural integrity, and regulatory compliance of all types of temporary and permanent access platforms used for work at height. Our inspections are carried out by qualified and certified third-party inspectors in accordance with BS EN 1808,BS EN 12811, LOLER, and local authority requirements.
We specialize in the inspection of all types of working platforms, including:
- Suspended Access Equipment (Cradles / Gondolas) – powered or manual platforms suspended from the roof or overhead structure, used for façade cleaning, maintenance, and construction works.
- Building Maintenance Units (BMUs) – permanently installed powered platforms for high-rise building maintenance and window cleaning.
- Construction Hoists and Mast Climbing Work Platforms (MCWPs) – vertically traveling platforms used for transporting personnel and materials along building façades.
- Scaffolding and Mobile Access Towers – temporary access systems used for construction and maintenance activities.
- Runway Beams and Monorail Systems – fixed or movable systems supporting suspended platforms or lifting equipment.
- Fixed Working Platforms – permanent elevated platforms installed for industrial or plant maintenance access.
Our inspection process includes:
- Detailed Visual and Structural Examination of supporting structures, suspension mechanisms, safety harness anchor points, and weld integrity.
- Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Electrical System Testing to ensure safe and smooth operation.
- Verification of Safety and Control Devices, including limit switches, emergency stop functions, brakes, overload protection, and fall arrest systems.
- Load Testing to verify the platform’s safe working load (SWL) and performance under operational conditions.
- Review of Maintenance, Certification, and Operation Records to ensure compliance with manufacturer and legal requirements.
- Issuance of a Comprehensive Inspection Report and Certificate, including findings, test results, and recommendations for rectification if necessary.
RCS International’s Working Platform Inspection Services ensure that all access equipment used for work at height is safe, stable, and compliant with international standards and local regulations. Our impartial assessments help prevent accidents, equipment failures, and costly downtime by verifying that platforms are fit for purpose and operated within safe limits.
Whether for construction, façade maintenance, industrial plant operations, or high-rise building management, RCS International is your trusted partner in ensuring the safety, reliability, and compliance of all working platform systems.
