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LOLER and PUWER Inspections Explained
LOLER and PUWER are UK regulations that govern lifting equipment and other work equipment used in the workplace. This article explains what each regime covers, where they overlap, and what to check…
Tyre Load Index and Speed Rating Explained
Every tyre sold in the UK carries a sidewall code that combines two safety-critical figures: a load index number and a speed rating letter. Together, these form what the British Tyre Manufacturers'…
Plant Servicing Intervals and Why They Matter
Plant servicing intervals are set by two overlapping pieces of UK legislation: the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER), enforced by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), and…
The HGV Annual Test Explained
An HGV annual test is a mandatory safety inspection for any heavy goods vehicle over 3.5 tonnes maximum gross weight rating. It is carried out by DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) approved…
Hydraulic Hose Failure: Spotting It Before It Goes
Hydraulic hose failure is one of the most dangerous faults that can develop on a vehicle or piece of plant equipment. Unlike a worn tyre or a flat battery, a burst hydraulic line does not give a…
What Actually Gets Tested in an MOT
An MOT tests a vehicle's compliance with safety and environmental standards set by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA). The test focuses on roadworthiness and emissions rather than overall…
Tyre Tread Depth and the Law
The legal minimum tyre tread depth in the UK is 1.6 millimetres across the central three-quarters of the tyre width. This is a non-negotiable safety standard enforced by law, and any tyre that falls…
MOT Advisories: What They Mean and What to Do
MOT advisories are recorded observations about your vehicle's condition that fall short of being a test failure. They highlight components or systems that are approaching the end of their safe…
Mobile Tyre Fitting vs a Garage
Mobile tyre fitting and traditional garage services are not interchangeable, and choosing between them depends on your specific circumstances, vehicle type and what the work actually involves.
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