Statutory inspections
Managing safety and compliance on offshore wind turbines starts with the condition of the work equipment and safety systems used every day during maintenance and crew transfer. Statutory inspections focus on critical provisions such as personnel lifts, ladders, fall protection systems, anchor points and lifting equipment, all of which are essential for safe work at height under offshore conditions.
By periodically inspecting this equipment and assessing it against the applicable occupational health and safety legislation, a demonstrable and auditable picture of safety on the turbine is created. In this way, statutory inspections support asset owners and operators in meeting their obligations and safeguarding a safe working environment.
Safe & compliant
Control Union combines these statutory inspections into a single integrated campaign, tailored to the operational reality of each wind farm. Carried out by qualified specialists and supported by structured working methods and digital reporting, this ensures consistent and traceable results across all assets. This approach reduces the number of offshore interventions and provides a complete and reliable compliance overview through one independent inspection partner.
In addition to statutory inspections, we also offer:
Balance of Plant inspections focus on the structural condition and integrity of the offshore infrastructure around the turbine, such as foundations below the seabed and the transition piece in the splash zone through to above-water sections, including boat landings and access systems. These inspections identify the critical structural components affected by offshore loading and operational use, providing insight into the condition and risks of the asset.
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Inspection services for offshore wind turbines
Statutory inspections combine several mandatory occupational health and safety inspections into one coordinated campaign. The scope includes, among other services:
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Lifting gear inspections (EKH)
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Fall protection equipment (EKH & NEN-EN 365)
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Ladders, steps, and scaffolds (NEN 2484 & NEN-EN 1004)
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Electrical installations and tools (NEN 1010 & NEN 3140)
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Warehouse racking (NEN-EN 15635 & NPR 5055-1)
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Non-destructive testing (NDT)
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Dropped Objects Prevention Scheme (DROPS)
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Lifts
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Hoisting area CAP437
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Safety equipment, first aid, rescue equipment, emergency containers
Statutory inspections for safety and assurance
30+ years of offshore expertise applied to wind
Control Union brings decades of inspection expertise from the oil, gas and maritime sectors to the relatively young offshore wind sector. This delivers a mature risk assessment from day one.
Guidance on unclear legislation and regulations
Control Union assesses legislation, OEM requirements and non-standard situations, translating them into clear, practical guidelines for compliance.
Inspections by recognised specialists
Certified inspectors assess lifting and hoisting equipment in accordance with EKH criteria. For each item of equipment, we provide a documented and defensible approval status.
Focused on occupational safety and compliance
Inspections are fully aligned with occupational health and safety requirements, safeguarding workplace safety and clear compliance across all relevant equipment and activities.
Ready for inspection
Clear digital records, including photographic evidence and documented pass or fail results, support compliance and provide a solid basis during inspections by regulators or investigations following incidents.
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Offshore asset compliance with certainty
Control Union delivers comprehensive statutory compliance that protects operations, personnel and legal standing in every offshore wind campaign.
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We act as the dedicated inspection partner with proven expertise and a pragmatic approach.
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Multi-year campaign contracts are aligned with maintenance seasons, enabling wind farm operators to rely on predictable planning and continuous compliance.
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An online client portal with historical overviews and downloadable reports supports demonstrable compliance whenever a regulator requests it.
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