Competent person
for the UVV inspection of shelves
according to DIN EN 15635,
DGUV I 208-061 & 208-043
Become a qualified person for the UVV inspection of racking systems
Incorrect loading, outdated construction, or loose screws can turn racking systems into a high-risk hazard, leading to serious, life-threatening accidents and significant property damage. To ensure employee safety at all times, racking systems in businesses are classified as work equipment and must therefore undergo a professional safety inspection (UVV) at least once a year by a qualified person. Thanks to the corresponding training course at the LTS Academy, you can independently implement and document accident prevention measures and ensure compliance with insurance regulations. Learn more here.
Although storage racks are generally designed to withstand heavy loads, their load-bearing capacity is eventually reached. If the permissible payload is exceeded, the system is damaged, repairs are carried out improperly, or stability is compromised, the permanent protection of employees is no longer guaranteed. The employer is responsible for ensuring safety within the company. This includes the equipment used and operated. According to DIN standard EN 15635 dated August 1, 2009, stationary and movable racking systems and cabinets must be regularly inspected for safety. This requires a weekly visual inspection by a qualified employee and, if necessary, but at least once a year, an inspection by a competent person for racking system testing. Racking systems subject to mandatory inspection include, among others:
Archive shelves
Drive-in racking
Drive-through racking
Flow racks
Shelving units
Cantilever racks
Pallet racking
multi-story buildings.
We will prepare you for professional work
UVV shelf inspection
The annual rack inspection may only be carried out by a qualified person for the inspection of racking systems. According to DGUV Regulation 108-007 Storage facilities and equipment (formerly BGR 234), a qualified person is defined as "someone who, based on their professional training and experience, possesses sufficient knowledge of the respective work equipment and is familiar with the relevant national occupational safety and health regulations, accident prevention regulations, and generally accepted rules of technology (e.g., BG rules, DIN standards, VDE regulations, technical rules) to such an extent that they can assess the safe working condition of the work equipment."
With us, you can forgo hiring an external racking inspector and become a skilled racking inspector yourself. Our competent, certified instructors will be happy to provide reliable training for you and/or your employees. We also offer each of our seminars as a live online course – saving you time and travel expenses.
Requirements:
Completed technical vocational training or other technical qualification that enables the participant to inspect and assess the work equipment, as well as demonstrable practical experience with the work equipment (TRBS1203).
Dates and course locations:
Our UVV (accident prevention regulations) inspector training courses are offered both in person and as live online courses. Information on upcoming dates and the registration form can be found here:
Seminar "Qualified Person for the Inspection of Racking Systems" – our training content
At the LTS Academy, safety is just as important as customer satisfaction. Therefore, our highest priority is to prepare you in the best possible way for your future role as a racking inspector during the training course. So that you can start working as a qualified person for inspecting racking systems immediately after completing the training, you will acquire the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical know-how with us. Here's what you can expect from the course:
different types of racking systems and their operation
Potential hazards posed by shelving systems and corresponding protective measures
Legal basis for rack inspections according to BetrSichV, DIN EN 15635, TRBS 1203, DGUV I 208-061 & 208-043
Damage assessment
Tasks, rights and duties of a competent person for the inspection of shelving
Examination procedure
Documentation.
Our services:
Approved training by the employers' liability insurance association
You will receive a certificate confirming your successful completion of the course.
Our preliminary e-learning module allows for up to 3 examiner qualifications per course day.
Newsletter service for changes to laws or regulations
Easy-to-understand teaching materials
Examiner starter kit:
Test stamp with test number
Certificate of competence including own examiner number (optionally with passport photo & company logo)
USB medium "Lanyard with ID card holder for wearing around the neck" containing all documents, checklists and regulations for your auditing activities
Folder containing all regulations
40 inspection stickers (with free space for entering the inspector's number)
Why are up to 3 modules (examiner qualifications) possible per course day with us?
As preparation for the training day, our participants complete an e-learning module for each booked piece of equipment. This module covers the fundamentals of expertise and provides an introduction to the relevant regulations. This ensures that participants are optimally prepared for the training day and can thus use their time effectively for in-depth study of up to three pieces of equipment.
You can download our offer, which you can also use directly for registration, here :
When it comes to occupational health and safety, we're second to none. We support you throughout Germany with our expertise and advise you on all aspects of occupational safety. Furthermore, we've made a name for ourselves in recent years through our certified training courses. Whether it's an instructor course for construction machinery , training as a qualified person for the inspection of racking systems, or for the UVV (accident prevention regulations) inspection as a car expert – a course at the LTS Academy is definitely the right choice. Discover our diverse training and continuing education opportunities and register conveniently online for the next available date. We look forward to your inquiry!