PUWER compliance problems are usually not caused by major failures but by smaller issues that develop over time, such as guarding that no longer reflects how equipment is used, maintenance access that has become unsafe, or control systems that have drifted away from current working practices. Concept Projects Group provides PUWER assessment services that focus on how machinery operates in reality rather than on theoretical compliance, helping organisations identify gaps early and address them before they lead to incidents, downtime or enforcement action.
Many sites assume equipment is compliant because it has been running for years without issue, yet machinery often falls short of current PUWER requirements due to age, modification or changes in process. Our role is to review how equipment is actually used on site, assess whether safeguards remain appropriate, and provide clear, prioritised actions to bring systems back into line with regulations.
A PUWER assessment is a practical review of work equipment in its real environment. We examine guarding, control systems, emergency stops, maintenance access, isolation procedures and foreseeable misuse, looking at both individual machines and how they interact within the wider process. The outcome is a structured set of recommendations that improve safety and support compliance without creating unnecessary complexity.
Our PUWER assessment services apply to both new and existing machinery. For new installations, they confirm equipment is safe before entering service. For existing plant, they identify risks introduced by wear, modification or process change. Assessments are particularly valuable following site moves, refurbishments or production upgrades, where equipment may no longer reflect current operation.
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PUWER assessments are most effective when carried out by engineers who understand how machinery is designed, installed and operated. We deliver PUWER assessment services alongside our wider engineering services, which allows recommendations to be practical and proportionate rather than generic. Where required, we can also support remedial works so issues are resolved quickly and correctly.
For new equipment, PUWER assessments often sit alongside factory acceptance testing and site acceptance testing to provide a clear, staged review of safety and performance before systems go live. They can also form part of wider automation projects or engineering upgrades where compliance needs to be built into delivery from the outset.
Our PUWER assessment services are designed to provide clarity rather than paperwork. We identify what matters, explain why it matters and set out realistic steps to address risk so site teams can act quickly and maintain safe, compliant operations. Clients typically engage us when they want confidence that equipment is fit for purpose and aligned with current regulations without creating unnecessary disruption to production.
If you require PUWER assessment services to ensure machinery is safe, compliant and ready for continued use, our engineering team is ready to support your site.
