All machinery sold within Europe must meet Directive 2006/42/EC, commonly known as the Machinery Directive.
Meeting The Machinery Directive With A 2 Post Lift
When purchasing new machinery, it is crucial to ensure it meets the required specifications and safety standards. Doing so helps prevent injuries, accidents, and potentially fatal incidents. One clear indicator of compliance and safety is the CE mark. When present, this mark guarantees that your scissor lift, 4 post lift, or 2 post lift is certified and safe for use in the UK.
What Does the CE Mark Indicate?
The CE mark demonstrates that your new lift complies with EU safety standards. Most products will be certified as meeting the directive by the manufacturer, agent, or supplier. However, the Machinery Directive specifies that lifts used for vehicle servicing must undergo an EC type-examination by a notified body. This examination ensures that the lift meets the essential Health and Safety Requirements (EHSRs) or that the manufacturer has fully adhered to National and International standards (BS EN 1493).
The Certification Process
Once the assessment is complete, the manufacturer, agent, or supplier must prepare a Declaration of Conformity and apply the CE mark to the equipment. This declaration should include details of the notified body that conducted the EC type-examination and the assessment method used, whether it is BS EN 1493 or the EHSRs.
Safety First with Our Vehicle Lifts
At Equipment4Garages, all our scissor lifts, post lifts, tyre changers, and wheel balancers are certified and bear the CE mark. This ensures that when you purchase equipment from us, you and your employees are protected by the highest safety standards.
For more information about certification on our equipment, including scissor and 2 post lifts, contact us at:
- Email: info@garageequipment.co.uk
- Phone: 01727 875695