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Everything you need to manage PUWER compliance
across every site and piece of equipment
Equipment Register
Centralised record of all work equipment across every site
Inspection Scheduling
Automated reminders and scheduling for required inspections
Risk Assessment
Equipment-specific PUWER risk assessments built to standard
Defect Reporting
Log and track equipment defects through to resolution
Compliance Tracking
Live compliance scores across all sites and equipment types
Audit-Ready Records
HSE-ready documentation available instantly on demand
At a Glance
Safety365's PUWER assessment module gives your organisation everything it needs to meet the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations in one intelligent platform. From building your equipment register to scheduling statutory inspections, logging defects, and producing audit-ready documentation — it's all connected, automated, and built for the way your team actually works.
Equipment register with full asset history
Automated inspection scheduling and reminders
PUWER-compliant risk assessment templates
Defect logging and corrective action tracking
Live compliance dashboards across all sites
Instant audit-ready documentation export
What is PUWER?
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) require employers to ensure that work equipment is suitable for its intended use, properly maintained, inspected at appropriate intervals, and used only by people who have received adequate training and information. PUWER applies to virtually all equipment used at work — from hand tools and machinery to vehicles and lifting equipment.
Non-compliance with PUWER can result in enforcement action from the HSE, prohibition notices, and significant fines. More importantly, inadequate equipment management puts workers at risk. Safety365's PUWER module makes it straightforward to maintain a compliant equipment programme without the administrative burden.
Learn More →How Safety365 Simplifies PUWER Compliance
Safety365 replaces disconnected spreadsheets and paper-based records with a centralised, intelligent system. Your equipment register is always up to date, inspection due dates are flagged automatically, and any defects reported by operators are tracked through to resolution with a full audit trail. Risk assessments are built using PUWER-aligned templates, ensuring nothing is missed and every assessment meets the standard auditors expect to see.
For multi-site organisations, Safety365 provides a unified view across all locations — so you can see compliance status, outstanding actions, and upcoming inspections at a glance, whether you manage one site or one hundred.
Get a Demo →PUWER compliance doesn't have to be complex. With Safety365, your organisation can build a robust, audit-ready equipment management programme that keeps people safe and satisfies even the most thorough HSE inspection. Ready to see it in action?
Save Time & Money vs. Manual PUWER Compliance
Why waste hours on manual, error-prone processes? Sevron's intelligent platform slashes equipment compliance time and costs, making PUWER simple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is PUWER?
PUWER stands for the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998. It is a set of UK health and safety regulations that require employers to ensure all work equipment is safe for use, maintained in a safe condition, and only used by people who have adequate information, instruction, and training. PUWER applies to virtually all equipment used at work, from hand tools to large industrial machinery.
Which equipment needs a PUWER assessment?
PUWER applies to any equipment used by workers at work, including hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifting equipment, vehicles, and complex machinery. It covers equipment owned by the employer, supplied by a third party, or brought in by employees. The regulation does not apply to equipment used by the public (such as lifts in public buildings), which falls under separate legislation.
How often should PUWER inspections be carried out?
The frequency of PUWER inspections depends on the type of equipment, the environment it is used in, and the manufacturer's recommendations. Some equipment may require daily checks, while others need periodic formal inspections — typically annually or after any significant change, incident, or repair. The key principle is that inspections should be frequent enough to ensure equipment remains safe between checks.
Who can carry out a PUWER assessment?
A PUWER assessment must be carried out by a competent person — someone with sufficient knowledge, experience, and understanding of the equipment and the associated risks. This may be an in-house engineer, a specialist contractor, or a trained safety officer. For complex or specialist machinery, an external inspection body with relevant expertise is often used.
What should a PUWER assessment include?
A PUWER assessment should cover: identification of the equipment and its intended use, associated hazards (e.g., moving parts, electrical risks, noise), existing safeguards and controls, maintenance history, training requirements for operators, and any additional measures needed to reduce risk. It should also reference any relevant manufacturer documentation or maintenance schedules.
Can PUWER assessments be managed digitally?
Yes, digital platforms like Sevron make PUWER compliance far more efficient. Sevron allows you to build an equipment register, schedule inspections, record defects, track corrective actions, and generate audit-ready reports — all in one place. This eliminates paper-based inefficiencies, reduces the risk of missed inspections, and provides a clear compliance audit trail.
What happens if PUWER compliance is not maintained?
Failure to comply with PUWER can result in serious consequences including workplace injuries, enforcement action by the HSE, improvement or prohibition notices, prosecution, and significant fines. In cases of serious injury or fatality, directors and managers can face personal liability. Maintaining documented PUWER assessments and inspection records is essential to demonstrate due diligence.
How does Sevron help with PUWER compliance?
Sevron's PUWER module provides a centralised equipment register, automated inspection scheduling, digital defect reporting, and one-click compliance reports. The platform keeps all records in one place and sends reminders when inspections are due — so nothing falls through the cracks. Sevron helps safety managers save hours each month while maintaining a complete, audit-ready compliance record.
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