Independently certified and accredited
MOT centres: keep your lift certificate current
DVSA's MOT testing guide lists "a current LOLER thorough examination certificate" among the requirements for the lift used for Class 3, 4 and 5 underside inspection.
We record every lift's due date and contact you before it runs out
You get a written report for each lift, ready to keep with your MOT records
New ATL or MOT lift fitted? It needs a thorough examination before first use, and the installer can't do it
Which one are you?
How often does garage equipment need examining?
Vehicle lifts (2-post, 4-post, scissor, MOT lifts): every 6 months is HSE's recommendation and industry practice, because people work beneath raised vehicles. The legal minimum is 12 months where nobody is lifted (LOLER Regulation 9(3).
Trolley, bottle and transmission jacks: every 12 months. HSE treats garage jacks as lifting equipment.
Engine cranes and hoists: every 12 months.
Lifting accessories (chains, slings, engine lifting brackets): every 6 months.
Axle stands and props: inspected every 12 months.
New or relocated lifts: before first use, because a lift's safety depends on how it's installed (LOLER Regulation 9(2).
Your servicing company shouldn't sign off its own lifts
Most garages have their lifts serviced by the company that supplied them. That's completely fine BUT the thorough examination is the check on that servicing, and the Garage Equipment Association's own guidance is clear:
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The engineer who installed a lift can't carry out its first thorough examination
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The person who services a lift can't carry out its thorough examination
PULO doesn't sell, install, service or repair lifts. We examine them, so nothing gets missed or waved through. Read why independent examination matters.
The same engineer every visit, who gets to know your workshop
Booked around your bays, not a slot that suits a national schedule
A fixed price per item, visible on its own line, not inside a premium
You speak to the engineer who examined your lift
Car lifts in detail
Vehicle lifts are the main event in most workshops, and they get the closest look. Two-post, four-post, scissor and MOT lifts are all covered: see our car and vehicle lift inspections page for more.
If we find a defect:
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Danger now: we tell you on the spot, and the lift stays out of use until it's fixed (LOLER Regulation 10)
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Serious risk of injury: the law requires us to send a copy of the report to the enforcing authority too
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Everything else: listed with a date to fix it, so you know what's urgent and what can wait
We don't do repairs, so a defect is reported because it's there, not because there's work to sell. Your servicing company quotes, and you decide.
Is your inspection bundled with an insurance policy?
Check your renewal date. Send us your last examination reports before renewal, and we’ll quote a fixed price so you can compare like for like.
LOLER inspections for garages, MOT centres and dealerships
Garages, MOT centres and dealerships need their vehicle lifts thoroughly examined under LOLER, every 6 months in HSE’s guidance, and their jacks, engine cranes and lifting accessories examined too. PULO examines the whole workshop in one visit, for garages across Nottingham, the Midlands and the UK.
5.0* rated · 14 years in the industry · 3 ISO certifications · UK-wide coverage
Why garages choose PULO
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We are independent - We never sell, service or repair lifts.
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A named engineer: Every examination is carried out and signed by Ryan Leavesley MSOE MBES, an engineer surveyor for 14 years.
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We remind you: Booked in before each examination falls due.
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Fixed quotes: Agreed once, fixed for all your ongoing examinations.
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Accredited: ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 certified, CHAS Advanced accredited, INITA members.
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Rated 5.0 on Google.
Where we cover
Based in Nottingham, we examine garage equipment across Nottinghamshire, Derby, Leicester, Loughborough, Lincoln and the wider Midlands. We travel anywhere in the UK, so dealer groups can use one examiner for every site.
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SEE WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
I had a brilliant experience with the Pulo Compliance Team. They recently carried out a LOLER inspection on our lift, and the service was fantastic. The inspector was professional, efficient, and caused minimal disruption to our day. Highly recommend them for any compliance and safety needs!
Mohd Alali
Ryan arrived punctually and demonstrated a high level of professionalism. His extensive knowledge and technical expertise were truly impressive. I highly recommend PULO Compliance for their exceptional service.
lee chapman
Thank you Ryan. What a pleasure to work with. PULO compliance is an incredibly professional company and your knowledge of LOLER, PSSR and especially lift inspections is remarkable. It has been an absolute dream to work with you and I hope we are fortunate to work together in the future.
lee charnock
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