Ensuring the structural integrity of your storage systems is a critical aspect of operational risk management.

When was the last time an impartial specialist conducted a professional audit of your facility?

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Many managers & owners overlook the necessity of 'independent' assessments, yet pallet racking and industrial shelving are legally classified as work equipment.

Under current UK Health and Safety guidelines, these systems require a formal inspection at least once every 12 months.

 

As an employer, you hold a statutory obligation to maintain a secure working environment.

Our services ensure you remain fully compliant with key legislation, including:

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• The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 (Section 2)

• Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999

• Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 (Regs 5 & 6)

• HSE Warehousing and Storage Guidance (HSG76)

 

In high-traffic environments where mechanical handling equipment is in constant use, the probability of structural damage increases significantly.

Immediate action is vital following any collision; identifying compromised components is the only way to prevent a catastrophic collapse.

Our trained inspectors provide rapid diagnostic support to evaluate damage and determine whether specific racking segments must be decommissioned to protect your personnel.

Beyond the moral and legal imperatives—which carry significant civil and criminal liabilities—failing to maintain rack safety introduces substantial hidden operational costs.

 

A structural failure can lead to:

• Significant loss of inventory and high-value materials

• The expense of outsourcing temporary storage solutions

• Major operational downtime and supply chain disruption

• Increased insurance premiums and workers' compensation claims

• Substantial legal fees and severe HSE fines for safety violations.

 

Partner with CMDUK to safeguard your assets, ensure total compliance, and protect your staff & inventory..