Understanding PUWER & LOLER in Defence: What Procurement Teams Must Know
In defence environments, lifting equipment is a critical part of mission readiness. Compliance with PUWER and LOLER is essential for protecting personnel, maintaining operational continuity and safeguarding high-value assets.
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Why does PUWER & LOLER matter in Defence?
- PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998) requires employers to ensure all work equipment is safe, properly maintained and used by trained operators with appropriate safety measures in place.
- LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) requires employers to ensure lifting equipment is safe, properly maintained, thoroughly examined, and that all lifting operations are planned, supervised and carried out by competent personnel.
In defence settings, failure to comply is not an option. Lifting equipment must be reliable, fully documented, and ready for high-security, mission-critical operations.
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How does Advanced Handling support Defence compliance?
At Advanced Handling, we help defence organisations maintain full compliance while keeping operations efficient.
Our qualified engineers carry out thorough LOLER examinations, providing audit-ready documentation and proactive reminders to keep lifting equipment fully compliant. Through planned maintenance under PUWER, we safeguard sensitive components, minimise breakdowns, and extend equipment lifespan.
In the event of faults, our in house after sales and engineers reduce downtime and keep operations running smoothly. Every service includes digital inspection histories, certificates, and service logs, simplifying audits and demonstrating full regulatory adherence.
From large modular assemblies to precision alignment tasks, our solutions are trusted by UK defence primes for secure, controlled lifting in confined spaces such as fabrication bays, dry docks, and build halls.
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Why do Defence procurement teams choose Advanced Handling?
Defence procurement teams rely on Advanced Handling for proven compliance support across defence sites and prime contractors. We ensure full PUWER and LOLER adherence in secure, audit-heavy environments.
Our proactive service programmes reduce operational risk, protect mission-critical assemblies, and extend the lifespan of high-value equipment. With UK-manufactured lifting solutions designed for modular assemblies, and precision alignment tasks, we provide secure and dependable supply chains.
Accredited engineers uphold industry-leading health and safety standards, while audit-ready documentation simplifies compliance and demonstrates full regulatory assurance.
