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What do Health & Safety audits for lifts involve?
Our Health & Safety audits provide an independent review of the arrangements in place for managing lift-related risks and responsibilities. An initial site review and documentation assessment establishes the current position and identifies areas requiring further investigation. Depending on organisational requirements, this can develop into a more detailed audit of Health & Safety arrangements and their practical application.
Areas of review include:
- Health & Safety policies and defined responsibilities
- Risk assessments and working procedures
- Safe systems of work
- Management and compliance systems
- Emergency procedures
- Supporting policies, including asbestos, water and traffic management
- Records and documentation relevant to lift safety and maintenance
The aim is not simply to check whether documentation exists, but whether the systems in place are appropriate, understood and being effectively applied.
How does our audit process work?
We begin by establishing an understanding of your lift assets, current Health & Safety arrangements and the responsibilities of those involved in their management. Where appropriate, an initial review identifies areas of concern before a more detailed audit is undertaken, considering both documentation and how arrangements operate in practice.
Following the audit, we provide a clear report identifying:
- Areas of compliance and good practice
- Gaps or areas requiring improvement
- Identified risks and priorities
- Recommended actions and appropriate timescales
This gives duty holders and management teams a practical basis for prioritising actions and maintaining control of Health & Safety risks.
Why are risk registers important for lift assets?
A well-maintained risk register provides a clear overview of identified risks, their significance and the actions required to manage them. As part of our lift advisory services, we support the development, review and implementation of risk registers relating to lift assets and associated Health & Safety responsibilities, including risk assessments.
Risk registers help management teams to:
- Understand and prioritise identified risks
- Allocate responsibility for actions
- Monitor outstanding issues
- Support maintenance and investment decisions
- Demonstrate a structured approach to risk management
We focus on producing risk management systems used effectively as part of normal operations, rather than documents that simply sit on file.
Writing health & safety documentation
Clear, accurate documentation is central to an effective Health & Safety management system. We assist with preparing, reviewing and improving documentation relevant to lift operations and wider workplace responsibilities, including Health & Safety policies, risk assessments, safe systems of work, method statements, emergency procedures and lift-related documentation.
Where required, we also support staff training and the practical implementation of new or revised procedures, ensuring documentation is understood and reflected in day-to-day working practices.
Periodic reviews
Health & Safety arrangements should be reviewed regularly to ensure they remain suitable for the risks, equipment and working environment involved. We provide periodic Health & Safety audits and documentation reviews, typically on an annual basis or when circumstances require further assessment.
A review may be appropriate following:
- Changes to legislation or regulatory requirements
- Changes to lift equipment or site arrangements
- Changes in responsibilities or management structures
- Significant incidents or identified risks
- Changes to working practices or company policies
Regular review helps ensure Health & Safety arrangements remain current, proportionate and effective.
Specialist Lift Health & Safety Advice
Our consultant lift services provide practical Health & Safety support for organisations responsible for lift safety and compliance. Whether you require an initial review, a detailed audit, risk management support or assistance with Health and Safety documentation, we provide independent advice focused on practical outcomes and effective risk management.
For further information about our Health & Safety consultancy services, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Health & Safety documentation important?
Health & Safety documentation provides a structured way of identifying risks, defining responsibilities and setting out the controls required to manage them. Effective management relies on these arrangements being understood and implemented in practice, not simply documented.
When should a business engage a lift advisory service?
A lift advisory service is useful when reviewing existing Health & Safety arrangements, identifying compliance gaps, managing significant risks or developing new procedures. It also provides independent support following changes to equipment, legislation, responsibilities or operating arrangements.
What qualifies as a lift-related Health & Safety risk?
Lift-related risks can include inadequate maintenance records, unclear emergency procedures, poorly defined responsibilities or outdated risk assessments. A Health & Safety audit identifies these gaps and recommends proportionate actions to address them.
How long does a lift Health & Safety audit take?
The duration of a lift Health & Safety audit depends on the size of the lift portfolio and the complexity of existing arrangements. An initial site review can often be completed quickly, while a detailed audit across multiple sites may take longer to ensure a thorough assessment.
Who is responsible for lift Health & Safety compliance?
Duty holders, including building owners and facilities managers, are typically responsible for lift Health & Safety compliance. A lift advisory service can support these responsibilities with independent audits, risk assessments and documentation review.
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We contacted Ardent Lift Consultancy to undertake a survey of the 8 lifts serving the estate at St Charles Hospital. Their survey report identified the different designs, ages, and condition of the lifts at the property, and they produced different recommendations for each lift on this basis.
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One of our residential developments in London had lift reliability issues, so we engaged with Ardent Lift Consultancy to advise our Client on the options available to them to ensure reliable lift service at the property. For HML and our Client, it was paramount Ardent delivered a cost-effective solution.
The Ardent team recommended a new lift installation rather than refurbishing the existing lift which offered greater load capacity, operational speed, and lift performance. Gareth and Chris successfully managed the project during the Covid19 situation and ensured the lift contractors could safely deliver the project.
From our initial dealings with Ardent to the completion of the project, we have been impressed by their work ethic and would highly recommend Ardent Lift Consultancy.
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