Lifts and Lifting Equipment

The inspection of a lift involves a detailed examination of the lift and all related equipment. The purpose of the inspection is to identify any defects that are or could be dangerous and to assess the effectiveness and functionality of all safety components to ensure user protection.

It is important not to confuse lifts inspections with preventive maintenance. Preventive maintenance typically involves replacing worn or damaged parts, topping up oils, and making adjustments to minimize risks.

Lifts inspections examine the following:

• Type of suspension,
• Machine-engine,
• Pulleys,
• Cabin and counterweight guides,
• Shaft and cabin door locks,
• Safety gear,
• Buffers,
• Speed limiter,
• Pump and piston,
• Rupture valve

Lifts inspections/certifications by an independent and authorized organization became mandatory in Cyprus since 2004 and apply to all lifts installed in homes, offices, large private projects, public spaces, industrial facilities, ships, etc.

TÜV CYPRUS is a notified body (NB 2261) for the inspection and certification of lifts according to the European Directive 2014/33/EU, Standards EN81-20 and EN 81-50, and national legislation C.D.P 309/2016.

Additionally, TÜV CYPRUS is an Authorized Lift Inspector by the Department of Labor Inspection (DLI) for the Periodic Inspection of Lifts according to Regulations C.D.P. 533/2012 and the amending Regulations C.D.P 232/2023 which require every lift owner to ensure the Periodic Inspection of the machine at least once every 24 months.

Beyond mandatory lift inspections, TÜV CYPRUS undertakes:

• Review of the study and selection of equipment based on the intended use of the lifts,
• Inspection during construction (project supervision),
• Emergency inspections after significant modifications to liftss and expert assessments,
• Special inspections by specialized engineers on parts of the lift or concerning special operational requirements (movement quality, noise, etc.).

Lifting equipment includes any equipment used at work for lifting or lowering loads, such as all types of cranes, fork-lift trucks, lifts, hoists, concrete pumps, mobile elevating work platforms, as well as the attachments used for anchoring, fixing or supporting loads.

TÜV CYPRUS provides inspection and certification services for lifting equipment according to the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and its constituent standards, as well as national standards and regulations e.g. DIN 15020, VDI 2387 and international standards such as ISO 4310 Cranes.

Our services offer assurance on the safe operation of a lifting machine, and include the following:

• Inspection and review of the equipment’s maintenance documents, manuals, certificates of previous inspections,
• Inspection of the equipment and the attachments used for anchoring, fixing or supporting loads e.g. wire ropes,
• Inspection of compliance with marking and safety requirements,
• Inspection of the mechanical and electrical parts prior to operation,
• Operational inspection with and without the load,
• Operational inspection of all safety devices.

TÜV CYPRUS has offered its inspection and certification services to many companies including the Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CYTA) and VESTA.