Personal fall protection equipment inspections

Fall protection equipment must be demonstrably safe in order to reduce the risk of injury and disruption to work activities. Control Union inspects fall protection equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, NEN-EN 365, and EKH guidelines. Harnesses, lanyards, anchor points, self-retracting lifelines, and other components are systematically inspected, registered, and reported. This gives you immediate insight into the condition and inspection status of your equipment.

    Expert inspections and advice

    Our inspectors have demonstrable expertise and regularly follow product training and refresher courses to keep their knowledge up to date. Independent advice and practical support help organisations maintain control over inspection obligations, replacement intervals, and the management of fall protection equipment. We also support the selection and configuration of fall protection systems, ensuring components are correctly matched and suitable for the intended application.

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    Reliable fall protection saves lives

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    Combined inspections in a single visit

    Our multi-skilled inspectors combine inspections of fall protection equipment with inspections of lifting and hoisting equipment, ladders, steps, and mobile scaffold towers. This reduces mobilisations, lowers costs, and minimises the impact on your operations.

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    Fully independent

    Control Union supports the inspection, management, and selection of fall protection equipment. Thanks to our independent position, you receive advice that is aligned with your activities.

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    Insight into total cost of ownership

    The choice of fall protection equipment has a direct impact on future inspection and maintenance costs. Control Union helps organisations select equipment that fits the application as well as the desired management and inspection regime. This helps prevent unnecessary costs, transport movements, and equipment downtime.

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    Immediate insight into inspection status

    Inspection results are recorded in a digital inspection report and registered in the online portal. This means you always have insight into the inspection status, history, and expiry dates of your fall protection equipment.

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    Fast support when needed

    When equipment needs to be inspected at short notice, we work with you to create a suitable schedule. This helps work continue and keeps delays to a minimum.

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    Our strength lies in the combination of inspection expertise, advanced data systems, and global field experience.

    Equipment registration

    Inspectors register all PFPE items on site using tablet-based inspection system, creating a digital inventory before work begins.

    Standards verification

    Each item is checked against all relevant standards and manufacturer specifications, with pass or fail decisions recorded immediately.

    Digital reporting

    Inspection reports are uploaded to the client portal shortly after completion, enabling rapid review of findings and corrective actions.

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    Consistent safety, fewer costs

    Inspections of fall protection equipment require up-to-date expertise and a careful assessment of each item.

    Our inspectors combine technical knowledge, practical experience, and independent advice to support organisations in the safe use and effective management of fall protection equipment.

    • Up-to-date expertise through continuous training and product-specific courses.

    • Practical advice on non-conformities, replacement, and management.

    • Efficient execution by multidisciplinary inspectors.

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    Fall protection is not inspected just to tick a box, but because a single mistake can directly cost lives.
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    Frequently asked questions

    Control Union inspects a wide range of fall protection equipment, including harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines (SRLs), anchor points, tripods, and rescue, evacuation, and descent equipment.

    Inspections are coordinated around your planning and operational activities. Thanks to flexible deployment, inspections can often be carried out at short notice, either on site or during planned maintenance or inspection moments.

    When an item is rejected, this is discussed directly with the responsible person. Rejected equipment must not be used again and is clearly marked where necessary. The reason for rejection and any follow-up actions are recorded in the inspection report and made available via the online portal.

    Smart procurement & advice

    Brand-independent advice and procurement of lifting, hoisting, fall protection and work equipment, driven by our years of inspection expertise and in-depth market and product knowledge.

    We ensure the right equipment is selected and procured for your operation, giving you maximum control over safety, compliance and costs.

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    Control Union drives global trade forward. As an international and independent partner, we support traders, producers, brands, and logistics service providers in managing risk and safeguarding quality at every step of the supply chain.

    From raw material to final product, from processes and systems to installations, we provide insight, assurance, and trust in every link of the chain. We do this through inspections and audits, certification and verification, laboratory analyses, and pest management.

    Our global network of experts are embedded in international supply chains across dozens of sectors, including agriculture, food & feed, energy & biofuels, forestry, construction & infrastructure, textiles, maritime, and on- and offshore.

    Together, we build future-proof supply chains and confidence in global trade!

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