--- title: What's the difference between a LOLER and a PUWER? | TMH UK description: LOLER and PUWER are two sets of health and safety regulations that are required on your forklift trucks and lifting equipment, find out the difference. image: https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/LOLER%20check.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/difference-between-a-loler-and-puwer#main-content) [Go to toyota-forklifts.co.uk](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/) [| Blog](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/) [Covid-19 Update](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/about-toyota/news-and-editorials/our-commitment-to-supporting-the-logistics-of-vital-supplies/) [Brexit Statement](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/about-toyota/news-and-editorials/brexit-impact-statement/) Customer Service [Customer Service](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/customer-service/) [Contact local Sales office](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/contact-us/) [FAQ](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/faqs/) **Call us** New & used trucks: 0370 850 1409 Service support: 0370 850 1402 Rental: 0370 850 1403 Parts support: 0370 850 1404 Operator training: 0370 850 1405 **Open Hours** Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm [Send us an e-mail](https://toyota-forklifts.co.uk/customer-support/contact-us/), we will get back to you. 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[\< Back to blog](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/blog) October 28, 2021 # What's the difference between a LOLER and a PUWER? 2 minutes to read [Blogs](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/tag/blogs) ![](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hubfs/LOLER%20check.jpg) A true Thorough Examination covers two sets of Health & Safety regulations, commonly known as LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998) and PUWER (Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations), but what are these, what do they cover and what is the difference? ## What is a LOLER? The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER 98) are the formal legal regulations for Thorough Examinations of lift trucks. This is required by law and is set out by the HSE. LOLER is required for all trucks that lift over 300mm and covers all the lifting mechanisms of a truck. Including: - Mast - Chains - Tilt mechanism - Forks - Carriage - Hydraulic systems - Controls - Rating plate ## [![Find out more about a LOLER](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/9392426/4cbb7e51-7a33-45e0-9789-a167333a69eb.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/9392426/4cbb7e51-7a33-45e0-9789-a167333a69eb) ## What is a PUWER? The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER 98) ensures that work  equipment remains safe to use. It requires that employers have a duty to perform regular inspections on all work equipment. PUWER covers: - Overhead guard or cab - Counterweight - Wheels and tyres - Brakes - Seat mountings - Steering - Seat restraint - Traction system ![LOLER check](https://blog.toyota-forklifts.co.uk/hs-fs/hubfs/LOLER%20check.jpg?width=650&name=LOLER%20check.jpg) *(Blue - LOLER inspections, Red - PUWER)* It is important to note that not all Thorough Examinations cover both LOLER and PUWER, a CFTS certified Thorough Examination always covers both to ensure you are fully compliant. A CFTS examination ensures that your truck complies with both LOLER and PUWER regulations, covering all aspects of the truck. 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