Part of Speedy Hire, the UK’s leading construction equipment hire and service provider, Lloyds British has a segregated National Contracts division that is an independent, impartial and confidential Type 'C' inspection body.

The UKAS accreditation, which Lloyds British has retained year after year for many years, recognises the capability of Lloyds British to provide inspection services for manual lifting equipment, lifting accessories and intermediate pressure systems against the highest standards in the industry.

As an inspection body accreditation, ISO: 17020 covers all activities performed by an inspection body, such as examining products and equipment, processes, procedures, services, and determining the businesses overall conformity and accurate reporting of results. As a Type C inspector, Lloyds British can provide impartial inspection services to Speedy Hire as well as to other parties and provide additional services such as testing and maintenance.

UKAS is the National Accreditation Body in the UK, responsible for determining the technical competence and integrity of organisations that offer testing, calibration, and certification services.

The accreditation for Lloyds British covers:

Powered and Manual Lifting, Equipment and Lifting, Accessories including Mobile working platforms (excluding, Tower Cranes, Passenger/Goods lifts).
Minor Pressure Systems
Intermediate Pressure Systems With the exception of remnant life calculations for creep and fatigue situations

Jayne Mason Group Quality & IMS Manager at Speedy Hire Lloyds British said:

"We're pleased to have been re-awarded this prestigious UKAS Accreditation for another year. It demonstrates not only our commitment to providing the highest quality services for our customers but also our market-leading position and experience of over 200 years in this sector. Our customers can have the confidence that we are an independently accredited and competent organisation that can be trusted to deliver the promised levels of performance and protection for the products and services they rely on safely.”

For more information about Speedy Hire’s UKAS accreditation services, visit: www.lloydsbritish.com/ukas-examination-inspection-services

Lloyds British National Contracts Division Retains Prestigious UKAS Accreditation Status