LOLER Testing
LOLER testing for Mobility Equipment
Midwest Mobility offer LOLER testing and inspection for mobility equipment used in care homes, nursing homes, hospises and hospitals
Make sure your care and mobility equpiment complies with the LOLER regulations
The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, aim to reduce the Health and Safety risks of using lifting equipment by placing a duty of care to companies to ensure that the equipment they own, operate and use are safe to use at all times.
In order to comply with LOLER all hoists and patient lifting equipment (including slings) must be examined regularly and inspected every six months.
Midwest Mobility has a team of trained, experienced and CRB checked technicians who can fully inspect mobility equipment, carry out remedial works if required and provide a LOLER certificate on the day of inspection.
LOLER testing for Mobility Equipment
The following are examples of the type of equipment that requires inspection:
- Ceiling hoists
- Mobile patient lifting hoists
- Stand aid hoists
- Bath hoists and bath lifters
- Slings and accessories.
The service we offer:
- LOLER testing for mobility equipment (inspection report/certificate supplied)
- Minor repairs
- Remedial works (date scheduled)
- Part sourcing
- Fixed term contracts (to ensure that your equipment remains in good working order and operating to the regulations).
If you would like to discuss your servicing needs, please call us today on: 01452 528 561 or 01242 506 240 – email: [email protected]
LOLER Regulations
All hoists and patient lifting equipment, including all slings, must be inspected and evaluated every six months to comply with The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER).
Mobility Equipment, Servicing and Repair
Midwest Mobility are expert in the supply, installation, servicing and repair of all types of mobility equipment and disabled living aids.
Stairlifts & Lifts
When stairs become too difficult to use, a stairlift or lift can help people retain their independence within their home.
Rise & Recline Chairs
Chairs designed to help people rise out of a chair to a standing position and recline into a chair to elevate legs and support the back.
Moving & Handling
Ceiling track hoists, patient lifting aids and standing aids designed to help caring for someone safely, comfortably, and easily without risking injury to the carer.
Bathing & Showering
Shower chairs, cradles and trollies for showering and Bath lifts and bathing cushions are some of the bathing equipment we offer designed to help the experience if washing easier and relaxing.
Specialist Beds
Motorised profiling beds provide adjustable comfort for the user while lying in bed, and can also provide assistance of getting in and out of the bed.
Toilet Aids
Assisted toileting aids such as, wash and dry toilet units, bidet adaptations, toilet frames and specialist toilet seats facilitate independence and privacy for the user.
Mobility Scooters
From compacted foldable boot scooters, pavement scooters and long-range road legal vehicles we offer a wide range at competitive prices.
Wheelchairs
From self-propelled, foldable light weight transit, electric wheelchairs to powerchairs and ramps we have the expertise to advise on the correct models for clients.
If you would like to discuss your servicing needs please call us today on: 01242 506 240 or email: [email protected]