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Racking systems are exposed to high loads during daily warehouse operations. Collisions involving industrial trucks, overloading, damaged components or modifications to the structure can affect the safety of a racking system. Regular checks and professional rack inspections help to identify damage at an early stage and ensure the safe operation of storage equipment.
For the safe operation of racking systems and other storage equipment, the requirements of DGUV Information 208-061 “Storage Equipment and Load Carriers”, among others, must be taken into account. It replaced the former DGUV Rule 108-007 “Storage Equipment and Devices”. In addition, the requirements of DIN EN 15635 are relevant for carrying out rack inspections and assessing damage to racking systems.
SNI Nord carries out rack inspections throughout Germany and independently of the manufacturer. Our qualified and experienced rack inspectors check the condition of your racking systems, assess any damage identified and document the inspection results.
Racking systems are considered work equipment. The type, scope and intervals of required inspections are determined on the basis of the risk assessment and taking the operating conditions into account.
DGUV Information 208-061 contains requirements and guidance for storage equipment and load carriers. If racking systems are exposed to impacts from forklifts or other industrial trucks, for example, and damage may occur as a result, appropriate checks and recurring inspections are required.
For systematic rack inspections, an inspection interval of no more than twelve months is generally applied. In addition, regular operational visual checks are required so that visible damage can be identified at an early stage between professional rack inspections.
SNI Nord inspects a wide range of commercially used racking systems and storage equipment. These include:
SNI Nord can also inspect racking systems from different manufacturers. This is particularly practical for companies that use different types or makes of racking within the same warehouse. Recurring rack inspections can therefore be organised independently of the manufacturer through a single point of contact.
Regular operational visual checks are intended to identify obvious damage and changes to a racking system at an early stage. This includes, for example, visible damage to rack uprights, beams, anchors or protective equipment.
A professional rack inspection goes beyond this. The racking system is systematically inspected by a suitably qualified person. Any damage identified is professionally assessed and the inspection results are documented.
Operational visual checks therefore complement professional rack inspections, but do not replace them.
During a rack inspection, the general condition and safety-relevant areas of the racking system are systematically checked. This includes, among other things, stability, fixings, load-bearing components, protective equipment, markings, as well as visible damage and alterations.
The most important inspection points are also available in a compact 12-point checklist that can be provided as a PDF.
A professional rack inspection must be carried out by a suitably qualified person who has the necessary knowledge to properly assess racking systems.
SNI Nord uses appropriately trained and experienced rack inspectors to carry out professional rack inspections.
A rack inspection does not necessarily have to be carried out by the manufacturer of the racking system. What matters is that the person carrying out the inspection has the required qualifications and professional expertise in accordance with the applicable regulations.
SNI Nord carries out rack inspections independently of the manufacturer. This means that racking systems from different manufacturers, as well as different types of racking within the same warehouse, can be inspected through a single point of contact.
Companies with different racking systems or multiple warehouse locations benefit in particular from this flexibility. Recurring rack inspections can be planned, coordinated and documented across different manufacturers, reducing organisational effort and ensuring a consistent inspection process.
The exact inspection process depends on the location, type and scope of the racking systems in place.
First, the inspection date, location and scope of the racking systems to be inspected are agreed.
Our rack inspectors check the general condition of the racking systems as well as relevant components, fixings, markings and protective equipment.
Identified damage, deformation, missing components and other irregularities are recorded and professionally assessed.
Identified damage and defects are documented in an inspection report. Each identified defect is additionally recorded with a photograph. This allows the respective damaged area to be clearly traced and identified even after the rack inspection has been completed. Required or recommended corrective measures are also documented.
Once the rack inspection has been completed, the operator receives an inspection report providing a clear record of the inspection carried out and any defects identified at the time of inspection.
Would you like to have your racking systems or storage equipment inspected flexibly, professionally and in accordance with the applicable regulations? Simply contact us by phone at +49 (0) 4431 – 7482748, by email at info@sni-nord.de, or conveniently via our contact form.
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Clear and traceable documentation is an essential part of a rack inspection. Identified damage and defects are recorded and assessed in the inspection report.
The documentation may include details of the scope of the inspection, the racking systems inspected, identified damage and defects, as well as any required or recommended corrective measures.
SNI Nord additionally documents every identified defect with a photograph. This allows the affected area to be clearly traced and identified even after the inspection has been completed.
The inspection documentation should be retained by the operator and kept available for subsequent inspections and any required records.
Following the rack inspection, SNI Nord additionally marks the inspected racking systems with an inspection label. The label provides a visible indication directly on the racking system that the inspection has been carried out and shows the date of the next scheduled inspection.
SNI Nord can carry out rack inspections while warehouse operations continue. This helps to reduce unnecessary downtime and operational interruptions.
The inspection is organised to minimise disruption to ongoing operations. Any damage identified is documented, together with required or recommended corrective measures.
If required, SNI Nord can also provide support with subsequent rack repairs.
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More InformationSNI Nord carries out rack inspections throughout Germany and independently of the manufacturer. The inspection service is suitable for both individual warehouse locations and companies with multiple locations, different types of racking and racking systems from various manufacturers.
Following the inspection, you will receive clear and traceable documentation of the inspection results. If damage is identified, SNI Nord can also provide support with subsequent rack repairs if required.
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Regular rack inspections help to protect employees and ensure the safe
operation of racking systems. Inspections allow damage and safety-relevant
changes to be identified and assessed at an early stage so that necessary
measures can be taken. Relevant requirements arise, among other things,
from the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health
(Betriebssicherheitsverordnung) and DIN EN 15635.
During a rack inspection in accordance with DIN EN 15635, the condition
of a racking system is systematically checked. This includes, among other
things, stability, load-bearing components, anchors, beams, protective
equipment, loads and visible damage.
The inspection is carried out by a suitably qualified person. Any damage
identified is assessed and the results of the rack inspection are documented.
Professional rack inspections are carried out regularly at intervals of
no more than twelve months. In addition, operational visual checks are
required to identify visible damage at an early stage between professional
rack inspections.
After the rack inspection has been completed, you will receive an inspection
report together with recommendations for any repair measures that may be
required.
Regular operational visual checks are intended to identify obvious damage
and changes to the racking system at an early stage.
A rack inspection, on the other hand, is carried out systematically by a
suitably qualified person. Safety-relevant areas are checked, identified
damage is assessed and the results are documented.
Operational visual checks therefore do not replace professional rack
inspections.
No. A rack inspection does not generally have to be carried out by the manufacturer of the racking system. What matters is that the person carrying out the inspection has the necessary professional knowledge and qualifications.
SNI Nord carries out rack inspections independently of the manufacturer. This allows companies with racking systems from different manufacturers, in particular, to organise their recurring rack inspections through a single point of contact.
A professional rack inspection must be carried out by a suitably qualified person who has the necessary knowledge to properly assess racking systems.
SNI Nord uses appropriately trained and experienced rack inspectors to carry out professional rack inspections.
Identified damage and defects are documented and assessed as part of the rack inspection. SNI Nord records identified defects in an inspection report. Each identified defect is additionally documented with a photograph, allowing the affected area to be clearly traced and identified even after the inspection has been completed.
This provides the operator with a clear and traceable record of the rack inspection carried out and the defects identified at the time of inspection.
The duration depends on the size, type and number of racking systems to be inspected, as well as their condition. Smaller warehouses can often be inspected within a few hours, while larger installations require correspondingly more time.
SNI Nord also carries out rack inspections during ongoing warehouse operations and offers flexible appointment times, for example early in the morning, in the evening or at weekends, to minimise disruption to operational processes.
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