Car Park Barrier & Gate Inspections
PUWER inspections for automatic barriers, rising bollards, speed gates, sliding gates and swing gates.
LDN Inspection Services provides thorough inspections of automatic gates, barriers and access control systems under PUWER. Our inspectors examine motors, safety devices, force levels and structural components, delivering clear digital reports with photographic evidence.
Barrier & Gate Inspections
Automatic gates, barriers, rising bollards and powered access systems are classified as work equipment under PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) and must be maintained in a safe condition with periodic inspection by a competent person.
Powered gates and barriers present serious crushing, shearing and trapping hazards. Inadequate safety devices, excessive closing forces and faulty emergency release mechanisms have been linked to fatal incidents. Regular inspection and force testing are essential.
Our inspections cover the complete system including the gate or barrier structure, motor and automation, safety edges, photocells, force levels, control systems and emergency release. We provide detailed reports with recommendations.
Key Requirements
- PUWER requires safe maintenance and periodic inspection
- Safety edges and photocells must be functional
- Force levels must be within safe limits (BS EN 12453)
- Emergency release must operate correctly
- Finger trap zones must be adequately guarded
Equipment We Inspect
Our inspectors examine all types of automatic barriers, gates and access systems, including:
What We Check
Structural & Mechanical
- Gate/barrier frame, posts and foundation
- Track, wheels and guide rollers
- Motor, gearbox and drive mechanism
- Hinge pins and pivot points
- Arm or leaf balance and alignment
Safety & Controls
- Safety edge detection and auto-reverse
- Photocell sensors and alignment
- Force testing and limitation
- Emergency stop and manual release
- Finger trap guards and protection
Our Inspection Process
A systematic approach to barrier and gate inspection
Pre-inspection review of maintenance records and previous reports
Structural examination of gate/barrier frame, tracks and posts
Motor, gearbox and drive mechanism assessment
Safety device testing including edges, photocells and loops
Emergency release and manual override function checks
Digital report with photographs, defect grading and recommendations
Sectors We Work With
We provide barrier and gate inspections across all sectors
Why Choose LDN Inspection Services?
Specialist gate and barrier inspectors, clear reporting and reliable UK-wide service
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