Ladders & Davit Systems

Thorough examination of fixed access equipment to ensure safe transit for maintenance teams. We identify potential fatigue and wear to prevent equipment failure at height.

Why Choose Cradlecraft for Ladder & Davit Inspection?

Fixed ladders and davit systems are often subjected to extreme environmental conditions, leading to corrosion and structural weakening over time. Cradlecraft provides a specialist inspection service that focuses on the critical attachment points and load-bearing components of your access equipment. Our proactive approach involves a thorough examination of every rung, bracket, and rotation mechanism to ensure total operational safety. By identifying minor defects before they escalate into major risks, we protect your personnel and extend the service life of your high-level access assets.

We provide clear, technical reports and certification for every piece of equipment inspected. This ensures your access assets are legally compliant and provides a transparent history of maintenance for your building records.

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Thorough Examination

In line with statutory requirements, we conduct a rigorous assessment of the structural integrity and overall health of your ladder and davit systems. We verify that the equipment is safe for operatives to use during maintenance tasks.

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Component-Specific Checks

Our engineers carry out detailed inspections of all rungs, stiles, fixings, and safety hoops. For davit systems, we check the rotation mechanisms, sockets, and pins for wear and correct operation.

 

 

 

Regulatory Compliance

  • BS 6037-1:2003 (Code of practice for permanently installed systems)
  • BS EN 1808 (Safety requirements for suspended access equipment)
  • LOLER 1998 (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations)
  • PUWER 1998 (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations)

 

What our customers say

"Cradlecraft has transformed our approach to compliance. Since they took over our maintenance contract, we have seen a significant reduction in equipment downtime."

Property Manager

"We engaged Cradlecraft for a complex retrofit project on a high-rise development. Their technical expertise was evident from the initial site survey through to final commissioning."

Main Contractor

"The team at Cradlecraft is professional, responsive, and highly skilled. They recently completed our 10-year LG3 inspection, identifying and fixing potential issues before they became costly failures."

Building Owner