Gather the system record
Collect manufacturer identification, drawings, approved load information, installation records and previous assessments where available. Record changes to beam positions, supports or the stored goods. A missing record is information to resolve, not permission to infer capacity from appearance. Identify who is responsible for keeping the records current.
Make reporting usable
Set a site procedure for reporting impacts, missing components, visible damage or unexpected movement. Describe how the location is identified so a report points to the correct bay. Inspection arrangements should be established by the responsible competent people using the system and workplace requirements. This guide does not set a universal inspection interval or acceptance threshold.
Escalate rather than improvise
If damage or instability is suspected, follow the site’s safety procedure and involve the responsible qualified person before further use. Do not straighten, weld, unload an unstable system or substitute components based on this guide. Preserve the observation and assessment record so corrective work and any return-to-use decision can be traced.
Bring these details to your quote
- System identification and drawings
- Change and impact records
- Named reporting and assessment contacts
Planning question
Can photos establish the remaining load capacity?+
No. Photos can help describe an observation, but capacity and return-to-use decisions require the appropriate assessment and records for the actual system.