Tools & Tackles Testing and Certification

Lifting machinery, tools, and tackle — cranes, hoists, chains, ropes, and lifting gear — used in factories and on construction sites must be tested and certified periodically by a competent person.

The requirement arises under the Factories Act, 1948 and the Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) rules, to ensure the equipment is safe to use.

• Factories and construction sites using lifting machinery and tackle
• Testing is required before use and at prescribed intervals

• List of lifting equipment and tackle
• Prior test certificates, where available
• Manufacturer's details

1. 01

   Arrange competent-person testing

   Engage a competent person to test the equipment.

2. 02

   Obtain certificates

   Receive the test certificates for each item.

3. 03

   Re-test on schedule

   Re-test at the prescribed intervals to keep certification current.

PBT coordinates the testing and keeps the certificates current.

• We identify what must be tested
• We coordinate the competent-person testing and certificates
• We track the re-testing schedule
• Scope and fees agreed in writing up front

• What equipment must be tested?

  Lifting machinery and tackle such as cranes, hoists, chains, and ropes used in factories and construction.

• How often?

  Before use and at the prescribed intervals thereafter.

• Who certifies it?

  A competent person recognised for the purpose under the applicable rules.

• How long does it take?

  Testing and certification are usually arranged within a week or two, depending on the competent person's availability and the number of items to be examined.