Periodic Tests and Inspections

What Are Periodic Tests and Inspections?

Periodic tests and inspections are routine procedures that must be carried out in every workplace where machines or work equipment are used, performed by technical personnel such as machine engineers or technicians. These inspections extend the lifespan of the machinery and equipment and help prevent potential accidents. This situation can be compared to the periodic servicing of cars.

The Legal Basis of Periodic Tests and Inspections

Article 10 of the Occupational Health and Safety Law holds employers responsible for all potential risks that may occur in the workplace. This article imposes an obligation on employers to check the safety of machinery and work equipment that may pose a danger in the workplace.

Article 7 of the Regulation on Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment, published on April 25, 2013, mandates that machines and work equipment used in the workplace must be regularly inspected by authorized personnel, and the inspection reports must be kept. These inspection reports hold the person conducting the inspection responsible. If this person prepares and signs a report indicating that there is no harm in using the equipment, they will be held accountable for any accidents that may occur in the future. Therefore, the person conducting the periodic inspection must carry out their job carefully.

All machines and equipment used in the workplace must be inspected by a machine engineer at the intervals specified by law. These inspections are carried out by an organization independent of the manufacturer and are more detailed. The manufacturer's inspections do not hold any legal liability, and the actual responsibility lies with the company conducting the periodic inspection.

Periodic Inspection of Lifting and Conveying Equipment

The periodic inspection obligation of lifting and conveying equipment is stipulated by the Regulation on Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment. These inspections must be carried out by authorized personnel from a laboratory accredited with Type A Inspection body certification.

Examples of lifting and conveying equipment:

• Lift
• Hoist
• Vehicle Lifting Lift
• Mobile Crane
• Crane
• Forklift
• Pallet Jack
• Tower Crane
• Platform

Periodic Inspection of Pressure Vessels

The periodic inspection obligation of pressure vessels and equipment is also specified by the Regulation on Health and Safety Conditions in the Use of Work Equipment.

Examples of pressure vessels:

• Hydrofor Tank
• Boiler Room
• Heating Boiler
• Steam Boiler
• Expansion Tanks
• Air Tank
• Autoclave
• Hot Oil Boiler

Periodic Inspection of Electrical and Grounding Systems

Periodic tests and inspections of electrical and grounding systems must be regularly conducted by an electrical engineer.

Examples of electrical and grounding systems:

• Lighting Installation
• Electrical Installation
• Grounding Installation
• Panel and Operational Grounding
• Explosive Atmosphere Electrical Installation
• Lightning Rod Installation
• High Voltage Installation

Kuzey Marmara OSGB is one of the authorized organizations in periodic tests and inspections, providing services to ensure safe and healthy working environments in workplaces.