Beaucare engineers provide LOLER inspections for patient lifting equipment in care homes, nursing homes, and healthcare facilities across the UK. Our inspections help you meet your legal obligations, keep residents safe, and ensure your lifting equipment remains in excellent working order.
LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) requires that all patient lifting equipment – such as hoists, slings, and stand aids – is tested and inspected at least every six months by a competent person. These checks are a legal requirement designed to protect both residents and staff.
With equipment engineers based across the UK, we help a wide range of care and medical facilities to stay safe, regulated and compliant.
LOLER stands for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations. It’s all about keeping lifting equipment safe to use, protecting both people and property.
LOLER regulations require patient lifting equipment to be inspected at least every six months. Some lifting accessories, like slings, may need more frequent checks.
Typical items include mobile hoists, ceiling track hoists, stand aids, and patient slings. If you’re unsure whether a piece of equipment needs LOLER testing, our engineers will guide you.
LOLER inspections must be performed by a competent person with the right training and experience. All Beaucare engineers are fully qualified to deliver LOLER testing and certification nationwide.
Using lifting equipment without a valid LOLER inspection certificate is a breach of health and safety law. It can also put residents and staff at risk. That’s why our LOLER reminder service ensures you’re always up to date.
After each inspection, a written record must be completed and retained. We provide you with all documentation upon completion, including any recommendations. For added convenience, we also store everything electronically so you can request copies whenever needed, and we’ll diarise your next inspection to keep you on track.
Any equipment that doesn’t pass must be taken out of service until it has been repaired or replaced — safety always comes first. We will also provide careful recommendations for repairs or replacements, helping you make the most informed decision for your equipment and your budget.
While LOLER focuses on lifting equipment, PUWER covers the safe use of all work equipment. Together, they help ensure overall workplace safety.
Our offices are open from 8.30 – 5pm. We have a dedicated team of professionals who are available to answer your service and maintenance questions.
Outside of office hours, you can still call our helpline and leave a message and one of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, please complete our enquiry form.
