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Pallet racking weekly inspection checklist
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What's on the checklist
Every sheet has space for: Site · Asset / ID · Date · Time · Checked by · Signature.
| # | Check | Pass | Fail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uprights: no dents, bends, splits or twisting | ||
| 2 | Beams: no visible bending, damage or sagging | ||
| 3 | Beam locks / safety pins fitted in every beam end | ||
| 4 | Bracing: no missing, bent or loose members | ||
| 5 | Base plates and floor fixings in place and undamaged | ||
| 6 | Upright protectors and end-of-run barriers in place | ||
| 7 | Load notices displayed, readable and up to date | ||
| 8 | Loads within the safe working load shown | ||
| 9 | Pallets in good condition and sitting correctly on beams | ||
| 10 | No overhanging or unstable loads | ||
| 11 | Aisles clear, floor in good condition | ||
| 12 | Any damaged bays offloaded and isolated |
Damage rating (red / amber / green) and location: space to write any defects and the action taken.
These are general checklists. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and your own risk assessment, and adapt the items to your equipment. They don't replace expert inspections required by law or guidance, such as LOLER thorough examinations or annual racking inspections.
Want to know more? Read our guide: How Often Should Pallet Racking Be Inspected? A UK Guide (HSG76 and SEMA).