For electrical, mechanical and fire equipment in your workplace legal periodic inspection periods Learn more quickly below. Select your equipment; see the inspection frequency, legal basis, and our relevant accredited inspection service.

ℹ️ This information is for general information purposes only. The exact period may vary depending on the equipment's relevant standard, manufacturer's instructions, and the facility's risk level. If the relevant standard specifies a different timeframe, that standard shall prevail. Benefit from our accredited inspection for binding assessment.

Table of periodic inspection schedules for all equipment.
Equipment / InstallationGeneral periodLegal basis / standard
Electrical installationOnce a yearElectrical Installation Regulations + Work Equipment Regulations Appendix IIIRelated service →
Grounding systemOnce a yearElectrical Installation Grounding Regulations + Work Equipment Regulations Appendix IIIRelated service →
Lightning protection (lightning rod)Once a yearTS EN 62305 + Work Equipment Directive, Annex IIIRelated service →
TransformerOnce a yearWork Equipment Regulations, Annex IIIRelated service →
GeneratorOnce a yearTS EN ISO 8528-13 + Work Equipment Directive, Annex IIIRelated service →
Cathodic protectionOnce every 6 monthsRelevant standard + Work Equipment Regulations, Annex IIIRelated service →
Pressure vessels and boilersOnce a year (hydrostatic testing may have different intervals)Work Equipment Regulations, Annex III + related standards.Related service →
Lifting and conveying equipment (cranes, forklifts, platforms)Once a year (unless otherwise specified in the standard)Work Equipment Regulations, Annex IIIRelated service →
Fire detection and suppression systemsOnce a yearRelevant standards + Building Fire Protection Regulations.Related service →
Explosive atmosphere (Ex-Proof) equipmentOnce a year (may be extended up to a maximum of 3 years depending on risk assessment)TS EN 60079 series + Work Equipment Directive, Annex IIIRelated service →