What is a SEMA Approved Rack Inspector?
A SEMA Approved Rack Inspector (SARI) is able to conduct a formal assessment of your pallet racking and shelving systems. These professionals are independently accredited by the Storage Equipment Manufacturers’ Association (SEMA), the UK’s leading authority on storage safety standards.
SARI inspectors are trained to:
- Assess damage and identify safety critical issues.
- Evaluate safe usage and loading of pallet racking systems.
- Ensure storage systems meet legal and industry safety standards.
- Recommend corrective actions and repairs where needed.
NSI are proud to be an approved member (advanced) of SEMA, which is the UK authority committed to promoting the safe design, installation and use of storage equipment for businesses throughout the UK. For more information, call us today and speak to our experts on 0800 027 1966.
Why Rack Inspections Are Essential for Warehouse Safety
- Importance of pallet racking safety in preventing accidents and injuries.
- Impact on operational continuity and staff welfare.
- Serious outcomes from inadequate inspection procedures, including structural failures, inventory damage, and injuries in the workplace.
What Does a SARI Inspection Involve?
An annual Storage Equipment Safety Inspection is a requirement under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999, and the Provisions and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.
In addition to helping to provide a safe environment, a regular inspection and maintenance program will also help to ensure the continuity of your operation. Our rack inspectors have many years of experience and are qualified SEMA Approved Racking Inspectors (SARI).Our independent qualified rack inspectors are able to carry out the following:
- Understand good and safe storage practices to confirm that a storage system is safe, ensure correct loading information is provided, and recognise the limitations of the installed racking system.
- Understand the correct use of the racking system, identify any hazards, and carry out detailed safety inspections.
- Carry out assessments of visible damage, wear, and corrosion.
- Check for correct loading information and signage.
- Review pallet load conditions and racking usage, and identify unsafe conditions of loads on pallets.
- Make recommendations on the correct use of the pallet racking installation, understand the limitations of repairs, and identify or understand the consequences of any changes to storage layout.
Common Issues Identified in Rack Inspections
- Misaligned beams or frames.
- Overloaded or incorrectly loaded racking installed.
- Missing safety pins or locking mechanisms.
- Damage to uprights and braces.
- Improper repairs or modifications.
Your Responsibilities After a SARI Racking Inspection
- Under HSG76 & SEMA guidelines, a PRRS must be appointed to ensure rack safety.
- Understand inspection reports and action categories (Green, Amber, Red risks per SEMA guidelines).
- Schedule repairs and take unsafe racking out of use.
- Maintaining an internal log of damages and regular visual checks.
- Stay ahead of safety regulations – secure your annual racking inspection now.
Why Choose NSI Projects for Your Racking Safety Inspection?
- Team of SEMA approved racking inspectors.
- With over 35 years of industry experience.
- You get independent, professional, and fully compliant reports.
- We can support with post-inspection recommendations and maintenance.
- NSI can also carry out mezzanine floor safety inspections.
Book Your Rack Inspection Today
It is a legal requirement for all businesses to repair any damage to storage systems. By using NSI’s Racking Inspection service, you can ensure compliance and maintain a safe working environment.
Call us today and speak to our experts on 0800 027 1966. Alternatively to book a racking inspection, fill out and complete our contact enquiry form.
We Are SEMA Approved
We have been awarded a Highly Commended Status by the Storage Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA).
NSI Workplace Equipment
NSI supply a huge range of over 20,000 items of workplace equipment to help fully equip your premises from one, easy to deal with source.
Health & Safety
NSI put safety considerations at the forefront of the way we run our projects. Our project managers are SMSTS or NEBOSH qualified, we are SDG highly commended and Safecontractor and ConstructionLine accredited.
CDM 2015 Regulations
NSI can act as Principal Designer, Principal Contractor or advise clients on their responsibilities in recognising hazards and managing risks to health and safety as required by the regulations.
Building Control
Building Control approval is a legal obligation on most mezzanine and office interior projects, especially with regard to fire safety, means of escape and structural integrity of the design. NSI Projects have the resources and experience to handle all the building control issues for you.
SEMA Approved Member
SEMA is the sole UK authority on design standards and installation codes of practice for storage equipment and NSI Projects is proud to be an Aproved Member of SEMA.
Warehouse Design
NSI Projects are experts in warehouse layout design. We can undertake all space planning of your premises through our internal CAD design office.
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