HGV Daily Check Templates: What Drivers Must Record by Law An HGV daily check template has one legal job: prove the vehicle was inspected, by whom, and what was found. Most templates in circulation do the first half — a tick column and a signature — and skip the half that matters at a public […]
MEWP Pre-Use Inspections: What IPAF and LOLER Require
A rigorous MEWP inspection routine is the difference between a safe lift and a serious incident. Falls from height killed 35 workers in Great Britain in 2024/25 — the leading cause of workplace death for the third year running, according to HSE figures. Yet on many sites, pre-use checks are still a tick-box exercise on […]
HSE Construction Inspection: What to Expect from a Site Visit (and How to Pass It)
An HSE construction inspection usually starts with no warning at all — inspectors arrive unannounced and expect to see evidence on the spot. The Health and Safety Executive carried out more than 13,200 workplace inspections in 2024/25 and issued over 4,400 enforcement notices. And if an inspector finds a material breach, you pay for their […]
Weekly Scaffold Inspection: The Statutory 7-Day Rule Explained
A single missed scaffold inspection can void your safety records, halt a project, and leave you personally liable under UK law. The weekly check isn’t a nicety — it’s a statutory duty, and the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is clear on the timing. This guide explains the 7-day rule, who is allowed to inspect, […]
Daily Forklift Inspection Checklist: A LOLER-Compliant Template
A frayed lift chain. A leaking hydraulic hose. A brake that travels too far. Any one shuts a site down — or worse. The right forklift inspection checklist catches the fault before the first lift, and keeps you on the right side of LOLER and PUWER. HSE figures show forklifts are involved in around a […]
Small Tool Inspections: A Simple System for Safer Construction Sites
Small tool inspections are one of the most overlooked safety practices on construction sites. While heavy machinery often receives strict checks, everyday tools like grinders, drills, and saws are frequently used without proper inspection.
Daily Plant Checks: How Digital Tools Improve Safety and Accountability
Discover how digital daily plant checks help construction teams stay compliant, improve safety, and reduce downtime with workMule.
Equipment Fault Reporting Made Simple: Reduce Downtime on Site
Learn how digital fault reporting reduces downtime, improves equipment safety, and keeps construction teams compliant with workMule.
Pre-Use Equipment Inspections: A Step-by-Step Digital Guide
On any construction site, heavy machinery—from excavators and telehandlers to generators and lifting accessories—drives productivity
RAMS Templates: Streamline Safety Planning Across Construction Sites
Discover how digital RAMS templates help construction teams plan safely, stay compliant, and reduce paperwork with workMule.









