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Work Equipment Periodic Inspection: 2026 Comprehensive Guide

We explain which equipment must be inspected under what conditions, when, by whom and on the basis of which documentation; we do so by translating the provisions of the current Regulations into practical steps that employers can implement.

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periodic inspection What is work equipment?

Periodic inspection: the examination and/or testing of a piece of work equipment by an authorised person within the relevant equipment group, at the intervals stipulated in the Regulation and in accordance with the specified methods. The result of the inspection is not a verbal opinion, but a technical report that can be linked to the equipment.

The concept of work equipment is not limited to production machinery. Machinery, tools, devices, equipment, facilities and installations used in the performance of work may be assessed within this framework. However, the mandatory scope arises from the correspondence with the equipment or equipment groups listed in the tables of Annex III to the current Regulation.

Inspection: examines the safety-related characteristics of the equipment—such as transport, pressure, electrical and mechanical integrity, as well as protective systems or functions—in accordance with the relevant criteria, and records the technical assessment.

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From the employer’s perspective, this requires answers to four periodic inspection key questions: Is the equipment subject to mandatory inspection? On what basis was the inspection interval determined? Is the person carrying out the inspection authorised within the relevant group? And does the report meet the current formal requirements? If any one of these is missing, it may not mean that a compliant and traceable process has been established, even if an on-site inspection has been carried out.

Periodic inspections do not guarantee that the equipment will not develop any faults in the future. The outcome is based on the equipment’s condition at the time of the inspection, the methods applied and the documentation provided. Therefore, operator checks, scheduled maintenance, fault reports and safe usage measures must continue between inspection dates.

EK-III A technical inspection may be useful or required for equipment not covered by the above, or due to other regulations. However, such an inspection does not automatically periodic inspection mean it is mandatory under Annex III.

When a PMH technical expert is carrying out a site inspection of work equipment

Why are periodic inspections carried out and who is responsible?

The employer is obliged to ensure that the equipment to be used at the workplace is suitable for the work to be carried out and does not pose a risk to the health and safety of employees. This responsibility does not end merely with the procurement of services; equipment inventory, periodic monitoring, site preparation, verification of authorisation and the resolution of findings in reports are also part of the employer’s organisational responsibilities.

Occupational safety specialists, the maintenance team, procurement, production and facility management can all contribute to the process. Nevertheless, the employer’s responsibility for ensuring that equipment is inspected cannot be deemed to have been fully delegated to another employee or service provider. A sound system distributes tasks amongst individuals but consolidates verification and monitoring into a single inventory.

What is a periodic inspection not?

Differences between periodic inspections, maintenance and other technical work
WorkWhat does it do?Relation to periodic inspections
Periodic inspectionThis is a report detailing the inspections/tests carried out at specific intervals by an authorised person and the results thereof.It demonstrates that the equipment is safe to use in accordance with the specified criteria.
Maintenance and repairThese include operations such as cleaning, adjustment, lubrication, repair, part replacement, overhaul or calibration.Keeps the equipment in working order; does not replace an independent periodic inspection n.
Daily/operational inspectionThis is a visual and functional inspection carried out by the operator before the start of a shift or before use.Identifies daily risks at an early stage; this is not an official periodic inspection report.
Risk assessmentIt is a systematic process carried out to identify hazards in the workplace and control risks.May affect the need for inspection; does not produce the technical result of the equipment inspection.
CalibrationThis involves comparing the results of the measuring instrument with a reference and determining the measurement relationship.It supports the reliability of the device’s measurements; it is not a comprehensive safety inspection of the work equipment.
Non-destructive testing (NDT)This involves the investigation of surface or internal discontinuities using an appropriate method without causing damage to the material.Support periodic inspection where required; this does not necessarily mean a report periodic inspection on its own.

Which work equipment periodic inspection of the following applies?

With the amendment of 23 December 2025, the provision stipulating that only the equipment or groups of equipment listed in the tables in Annex III are subject periodic inspection to mandatory inspection has been reinforced. The name of the equipment alone may not be sufficient; the technical specifications and intended use determine the correct table row.

Pressure vessels and piping systems

Steam and hot water boilers, compressor air tanks, pressure tanks and expansion tanks, water heaters, autoclaves and similar pressurised equipment.

Scope note

The intervals and inspection criteria specified by equipment type in Annex III, Table 1 shall apply. These may vary depending on pressure, volume, fluid and equipment standards.

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Domain
Relevant fields of mechanical, metallurgical and materials, mechatronics, chemical, manufacturing or aeronautical engineering, and the technical titles listed in the Regulation.
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Lifting and handling equipment

Cranes, hoists, forklift trucks, pallet trucks, derricks, platforms, lifting accessories and scaffolding.

Scope note

The equipment, period and test provisions set out in Annex III, Table 2 apply. Different rules apply to scaffolding and certain specialised lifting systems.

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Domain
For equipment other than scaffolding, relevant technical qualifications with a focus on machinery; for scaffolding, additionally authorised qualifications in the construction sector.
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Plumbing systems

Electrical, earthing, lightning protection, generators, cathodic protection, fire safety, ventilation, air conditioning and related technical installations.

Scope note

Annex III, Table 3 and the relevant projects are assessed together. In the electrical, fire safety and ventilation groups, the project is one of the key inputs for control.

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Domain
In electrical teams, the electrical/electrical-electronic fields; in mechanical installations, technical titles with a focus on machinery as specified in the Regulations.
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Benches

Presses, CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, machine tools and similar machinery on the production line.

Scope note

For the workbenches listed in Annex III, Table 4, the specified criteria shall be applied; for other machines, applicable standards, manufacturer’s information and risks shall be taken into account.

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Domain
Technical teachers and technicians in the fields of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, metallurgy and materials, and manufacturing, as listed in the Regulation.
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Industrial shelving and doors

Warehouse and pallet racking, heavy-duty racking, industrial doors, automatic and sectional doors.

Scope note

Installation, usage, method of fitting and compliance with the criteria set out in the relevant standard are assessed; not every product is accepted within the same technical scope.

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Domain
Authorised persons listed in the Regulation from the fields of engineering (with a focus on machinery and construction), technical teaching and technical assistance.
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Construction machinery

Excavators, loaders, backhoe loaders, bulldozers, graders, rollers, concrete pumps and similar site machinery.

Scope note

The type and function of the equipment, the manufacturer’s criteria and the provisions of Annex III are assessed together; this should not be confused with a general vehicle inspection.

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Domain
Technical teachers and technicians in the fields of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, metallurgy and materials, and manufacturing, as listed in the Regulation.
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How are periodic inspection intervals determined?

The inspection period is not simply a date chosen at random from the calendar. First, the equipment’s current Annex III entry and the relevant standard are identified; the project, manufacturer’s information, written plan and, if required, specific conditions of use are then incorporated into this assessment.

  1. 01

    Define equipment

    Verify the label, capacity, intended use and location.

  2. 02

    Find the line for Annex III

    Match the mandatory group, period and basic criteria.

  3. 03

    Read the technical basis

    Apply the provisions of the standard, project, manufacturer’s specifications or written plan.

  4. 04

    Assess incidents

    Check for any changes that require a re-inspection outside the scheduled schedule.

A PMH technical expert inspecting boiler equipment via a tablet
‘Once a year’ is not a safe rule of thumb. The relevant standard and the notes in the specific table must be examined; different regulations, such as those concerning scaffolding, LPG tanks and equipment-specific provisions, must also be read.
Assessment of common equipment in terms of period, authorisation, project and organisation
EquipmentPeriodic ruleSpecial conditionAuthorised sectorProject/documentEstablishment and scopeDetails
Cranes and hoistsIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.Tower cranes fall within the scope of private organisations. The test load, capacity and the Ministry’s equipment-specific criteria are assessed separately.Relevant machine-related technical titles.Technical documentation, load information and installation records are required, depending on the equipment and installation.Tower crane inspections are carried out by an authorised person working inspection body on the relevant equipment.Review the scope
Forklifts and pallet trucksIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.Intensive use, repairs, changes in capacity or incidents affecting safety may require checks to be carried out before the scheduled date.Relevant machine-related technical titles.The capacity label, manufacturer’s details and, where necessary, load/test preparation are required.The general requirement relates to the authorised person; the scope of accreditation must be verified on a service-by-service basis.Review the scope
Work and lifting platformsIf no duration is specified in the equipment standard, the maximum period is generally one year.There are specific access and installation regulations for power-driven platforms designed for people with mobility impairments, including suspended access and column-supported systems.A registered EKİPNET authorised person appropriate for the type of equipment.Installation, capacity, support system and manufacturer’s documentation are important.Suspended access is currently in place; the two newly added platform groups are covered by the organisation in accordance with the transition timetable.Review the scope
ScaffoldingIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is 6 months.A re-inspection may be required following installation, significant changes, adverse weather or any incident affecting safety.Engineers, technical teachers, technicians or senior technicians in the fields of construction and mechanical engineering as listed in the regulations.The installation plan, support structure, anchorage and conditions of use are assessed.The authorised person and the scope of the requested service must be verified.Review the scope
Compressor and air tankIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.The type of pressure vessel, the fluid, the manufacturer’s specifications and the applicable test method shall be specified separately.Engineers, technical teachers and technicians specified in the Regulation on pressure vessels.Label, operating pressure, volume, safety equipment and previous report are required.The authorised person’s record in the relevant equipment group and the scope of the organisation must be verified.Review the scope
Steam and hot water boilersIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.The steam boiler is one of the new equipment inspection body categories in the 2027 transition timetable; other types of boilers are assessed separately.Relevant technical titles for pressure vessels.Labelling, project/technical documentation, operating pressure, fuel and safety component information are required.The transition to 1 January 2027 must be specifically verified for steam boilers.Review the scope
Electrical installationsIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.The facility structure, voltage level, usage and relevant specific regulations may require a shorter or different monitoring schedule.Electrical or electrical and electronic engineers, and technical titles in the field of electrical engineering as listed in the Regulations.Yes. If there is no project, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the design complies with legislation and standards.The authorised person’s record in the electrical team and the applicable scope of accreditation must be verified.Review the scope
Earthing and lightning protectionIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.The type of facility and the specific regulations to which it is subject may give rise to different measurement and periodicity requirements.Authorised persons listed in the Regulations governing the electricity sector.Yes. Compliance with the installation’s design and relevant regulations is assessed.Measurement points and the scope of accreditation must be matched prior to the service.Review the scope
Fire protection systems and detectionIf no duration is specified in the relevant standard, the maximum duration is generally one year.This does not replace the periodic inspection maintenance and functional tests report; mechanical installations and detection systems may fall under separate scopes of authorisation.The mechanical and electrical/electronic sections are categorised according to the type of system being controlled.Yes. If there is no project, a design must be commissioned in accordance with the relevant legislation and standards.Authorisation and scope must be verified separately for both systems.Review the scope
Ventilation and air-conditioning systemsThe period specified in the table and the relevant standard shall apply; the general practice is one year.System type, process, hygiene or specific site conditions may give rise to different maintenance and measurement requirements.Technical titles with a machinery focus as listed in the regulations.Yes. Compliance with the project and scientific/technical requirements are assessed.Periodic inspections and occupational hygiene assessments should be treated as separate areas of focus.Review the scope
BenchesTable 4 and in accordance with the applicable standard for the equipment.The same criteria or test methods are not used for presses, CNC machines, lathes and special-purpose machines.Technical titles in the fields of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, metallurgy and materials, and manufacturing, as listed in the Regulation.The machine’s technical documentation, protective system and operating instructions are assessed.The scope of equipment-based authorisation and accreditation must also be verified.Review the scope
Industrial shelving and doorsThis is determined in accordance with the relevant standard, the manufacturer’s instructions and the conditions of use.Impact, deformation, settlement or changes in loading may require inspection without waiting for the scheduled inspection date.Authorised persons in the fields of machinery and construction as listed in the Regulation.The layout/installation plan, load rating and manufacturer’s information are important.It should not be assumed that every type of shelf or door falls within the same scope of accreditation.Review the scope
Construction machineryThis is determined according to the type of equipment, the relevant standard, the manufacturer’s criteria and the conditions of use.Road vehicle inspections, operator certificates and work equipment are separate periodic inspection obligations.Engineers, technical teachers and technicians specialising in machinery, as listed in the regulations.Brand/model, capacity, attachments, intended use and technical documentation are required.The scope must also be verified for each machine within the same category.Review the scope
How should the period table be read?

The time periods listed in the table serve as a starting point for planning; during the quotation or site organisation phase, the full name, label, capacity, method of use and, where applicable, the previous report for each piece of equipment must be verified again. Two pieces of equipment sold under the same trade name may be subject to different standards or inspection methods.

Although the date specified in the previous report constitutes an important record, it does not, on its own, constitute a binding legal source. If legislation, standards, equipment or conditions of use have changed, the new plan must be drawn up on the basis of the current legal framework.

Situations that may require inspection before the scheduled date

Initial setup and usage

For equipment where safety depends on installation or assembly conditions, authorised personnel must check that it has been installed correctly and operates safely before it is used for the first time.

Change of location

The installation of fixed equipment in a different location may necessitate a re-inspection, as it can alter the support, anchoring, connection, power supply and environmental conditions.

Major maintenance or repairs

If any part, carrier, control, pressure or protection system affecting safety has been tampered with, the need for inspection shall be assessed before the equipment is put into service.

Accidents and natural events

In situations where accidents, collisions, fires, earthquakes, floods, storms or similar events may affect the safety of the equipment, the scheduled date shall not be awaited.

Long-term non-use

As storage, corrosion, loss of lubrication, failure of the protective system or environmental effects may occur, an inspection may be required prior to recommissioning.

Change in working conditions

If the capacity, attachments, process, environment, loading configuration or intended use have changed, the previous report may no longer reflect the new conditions.

Who can carry out periodic inspections?

Holding the title of engineer, technician, senior technician or technical teacher does not in itself confer the authority to inspect all types of equipment. The field of qualification, the group of equipment being inspected, the EKİPNET registration and, where necessary, the scope of the organisation must all be verified together.

Pressure vessels and piping systems

Mechanical, metallurgical and materials, mechatronics, chemical, manufacturing and aeronautical engineers, as well as technical teachers, technicians and senior technicians listed in the Regulation.

Removal and forwarding

Engineering and technical roles with a focus on mechanical engineering, excluding scaffolding; in some electronically controlled systems, collaboration between mechanical and electrical disciplines may be required.

Scaffolding

Technical teachers, technicians and senior technicians specialising in civil and mechanical engineering; in the shipbuilding sector, also relevant shipbuilding qualifications.

Electrical installations

Electrical and electrical-electronic engineers, as well as technical teachers with a degree in electrical engineering, electrical technicians or senior technicians.

Fire detection / below 1 kV

In addition to the electrical team, qualified electronic engineers may also be assigned to the role, subject to the conditions set out in the Regulations.

Workbenches and machinery

Technical teachers, technicians and senior technicians in the fields of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, metallurgy and materials, and manufacturing, as listed in the Regulation.

Industrial shelving and doors

Engineers, technical teachers, technicians or senior technicians listed in the Regulations in the fields of mechanical engineering and construction.

What should be checked when verifying an authorised person?

It is not sufficient for a quote or company profile to simply state ‘engineer’s inspection’. The name, profession, field of study and registration EKİPNET number of the person who will actually carry out the inspection must be provided. Whether this information is compatible with the equipment group to be inspected must be assessed prior to the service being provided.

The fact that an organisation holds accreditation TÜRKAK does not mean that all its activities are accredited. Accreditation applies only to the activities, equipment and methods defined in the current scope document. PMH’s scope can be verified on an equipment-by-equipment basis via its official TÜRKAK registration.

EKİPNET

Person’s authorisation record

Persons authorised to carry out periodic inspections must be registered in the Ministry’s system. The report must include the person’s name, profession and registration EKİPNET number; the registration must correspond to the equipment group.

İSG-KATİP

Service contract

A contract, drawn up in accordance with the template in the system, must be drawn up and mutually approved between the employer and the authorised person no later than one day before the mandatory inspection service is carried out.

Key changes to be implemented in 2026

  • Equipment inspection body: The previous term inspection body‘accredited’ has been replaced by the new definition of an organisation authorised by the Ministry; until the new regulations come into force, organisations compliant with TS EN ISO/IEC 17020 within TÜRKAK the relevant scope are accepted.
  • Scope of Annex III: It has been clarified that the provision requiring mandatory periodic inspection inspection applies only to the equipment or groups of equipment listed in Annex III.
  • Contract period: It has been stipulated that the contract between the employer and the authorised person must be mutually approved via İSG-KATİP the platform at least one day before the service is due to commence.
  • Official reports and criteria: The use of the report format and criteria published by the Ministry specifically for the equipment has been made mandatory; if no such document exists, Annex III and general procedures apply.
  • Project control: The project requirements for electrical, earthing, lightning protection, fire detection and mechanical systems, and ventilation/air-conditioning systems have been clarified.
  • Defect rating: A system for classifying defects as minor or major has been introduced, as defined in the relevant official criteria documents.
  • Cathodic protection: Where no duration is specified in the standard, the period has been updated to between six months and one year.
  • Scope of the organisation: The number of items of equipment subject to mandatory inspection by private organisations has been increased to eight with the addition of four new groups, and a transition timetable has been defined for the new groups.
through 2026

There are currently four specific equipment groups

Inspections of tower cranes, LPG tanks and installations, escalators and suspended access equipment are carried out by authorised personnel working at equipment inspection organisations within the relevant scope.

1 January 2027

Transition of the four new groups

The transition period for power-driven lifting platforms for people with reduced mobility, steam boilers, cableway installations and column-mounted work platforms comes to an end.

Legal basis: This summary is based on the Ministry of Labour and Social Security’s announcement of amendments dated 23 December 2025. The current scope of the equipment and the transitional provision should also be verified in practice. ÇSGB Please review the description

How does the periodic inspection process work?

A sound process begins before calling in an expert to the site on the day of the inspection. If the inventory and time frame are not properly established, the quotation, authorisation, site preparation and report follow-up will also be incomplete.

01

Create the inventory

Record equipment not only by its generic name, but also by its internal identification, make and model, serial number, capacity, location and intended use. Two pieces of equipment with the same name may have different technical specifications.

02

Classify the mandatory scope

Match each piece of equipment against the current Annex III table, the relevant standard and, where applicable, specific legislation. Distinguish between mandatory requirements periodic inspection and risk-based or contract-specific technical assessments.

03

Save the period basis

Do not simply enter the next date; also include in the inventory the table, standard, manufacturer’s specification or written plan on which this date is based.

04

Verify authorisation and scope

Verify the professional background and EKİPNET registration of the person carrying out the inspection; where necessary, verify the current scope of the organisation providing the service for the relevant equipment.

05

İSG-KATİP Please accept the terms and conditions

For services falling within the mandatory scope, check that a contract in accordance with the template in the system has been mutually approved between the employer and the authorised person no later than one day before the service is due to take place.

06

Prepare the site and the test

Plan the following inputs in advance with the control team: access, power cut, work permit, project, test load or fluid, operator, area isolation and previous report.

07

Receive the inspection and report

Check the equipment identification, method, measurement results, devices used, findings, conclusion, next date and authorised person details upon handover.

08

Close errors and calendar

Do not simply file the report away. Assign responsibility for any defects and set a target date; plan the necessary re-inspection and record the next period in the inventory.

Whilst reviewing the work equipment project and inspection plan, the technical expert
A proper inspection plan begins with an assessment of the equipment inventory, the project and previous reports within the same scope of work.

What preparations should the employer make prior to the inspection?

Equipment ID

  • In-house equipment number
  • Make, model and serial number
  • Year of manufacture
  • Capacity, pressure, volume or power information
  • Outdoor location of the equipment

Technical documentation

  • Manufacturer’s user and maintenance manual
  • Plumbing or installation project
  • Previous periodic inspection report
  • Maintenance and repair records
  • Information on any modifications or part replacements, if applicable

Field organisation

  • Safe access and workspace
  • Operator or site manager
  • Power cut/labelling plan
  • Required test load, test fluid or connection
  • Production stoppages and work permits

Tracking information

  • İSG-KATİP contract status
  • Verification of authorised person and scope
  • Person responsible for submitting the report
  • Those responsible for rectifying defects
  • Next control reminder date
What happens if site preparation is not carried out?

Failure to ensure safe access to the equipment, an unreadable label, the test load or fluid not being ready, the project not being available, or the power cut-off procedure not being planned may prevent the inspection from being completed. This situation not only results in a waste of time but also creates the risk of incomplete procedures being carried out and the scope being incorrectly reported.

The inspection team must be notified in advance of the production schedule, specific access conditions, personal protective equipment requirements and the responsible person who will be present. Ensuring that the operator who will be using the equipment during the inspection is ready facilitates the safe execution of functional tests.

What should be done in installations without a project?

Electrical, earthing and lightning protection

During the inspection, the installation plans are checked and the compliance of the existing installation with the plans is assessed. If no plans are available, it is the employer’s responsibility to ensure that the installation is designed in accordance with the relevant regulations and standards.

Fire protection systems and detection

The fire protection project serves as the key input for verifying the scope and scenario of the system. The mere operation of a pump or the sounding of an alarm does not prove the overall suitability of the system.

Ventilation and air conditioning

The system’s suitability for its intended use is assessed on the basis of the project. Any shortfall in the project cannot be deemed to have been rectified by site measurements or maintenance records alone.

How can I understand a valid periodic inspection report?

A report is not merely a checklist. It must be a traceable technical record linking the workplace, the equipment, the method, the measurement results, the devices used, the findings and the authorised person.

Place of work and contract
The business name, Social Security Institution (SGK) registration number, address and, where applicable, the İSG-KATİP contract number must be correct.
Equipment ID
The make, model, year of manufacture, serial number, capacity and internal company code must ensure that the equipment can be located again on site.
Date and time
The start and end times of the inspection, the report date and the date of the next inspection scheduled under normal circumstances must be clearly indicated.
Method and basis
The name and number of the applicable standard, regulatory provision, Ministry criteria document or other technical basis must be specified.
Measurement and experimental results
Instead of merely stating that it is ‘suitable’, there must be traceable results from the measurements/tests carried out, the values obtained and the evaluation.
Equipment and calibration
Information regarding calibration or verification of the measuring instruments used must be traceable within the report.
Findings and defects
Any identified deficiencies must be clear, linked to the equipment and, where applicable, specified with an official defect class.
Conclusion and opinion
The suitability of the equipment for safe use under current conditions and any restrictions on its use, if applicable, must be stated without leaving any ambiguities.
Authorised person
It must include the full name, profession, registration EKİPNET number and signature. A report without a signature is not valid.
Integrity and archiving
Appendices, measurement sheets and electronic signatures must be stored together with the report; the latest report information must be accessible on mobile devices when required.
Read about the final check to be carried out when submitting the report

Upon receipt of the report, the equipment serial number must be checked against the label on site; any missing or inaccessible inspection points must be clearly identified; and it must be verified that the appendices are attached to the report. The fact that a report is multi-page or bears a logo does not necessarily mean that its content is correct.

Reports bearing an electronic signature must be stored as the original file; only screenshots or printed copies must not be archived. In the case of reports bearing a wet signature, the integrity of the copy, signature and attachments must be preserved. Any unauthorised alterations made to the report at a later date compromise traceability.

What do ‘minor’ and ‘major’ defects mean?

The categories of minor and major defects are not automatically applied to every piece of equipment. The classification is used for the scope of application where the Ministry makes this distinction in its equipment-specific reports and criteria documents.

Tracking approach based on defect status
StatusMeaningEmployer action
Minor defectThis finding is classified as ‘minor’ in the relevant report/criteria document issued by the Ministry.It is addressed by the next start periodic inspection date and monitored within the organisation.
Minor defect not rectifiedA minor defect that remains unresolved at the start of the next inspection.This is treated as a serious fault in the new assessment.
Serious defectA finding that affects the safe operation of the equipment and is classified as ‘serious’ according to official criteria.The equipment must not be operated until the fault has been rectified; the necessary corrective action and reassessment are planned. The type of rectification, the authorised service or maintenance solution, and the necessary re-inspection steps must be planned by the operator.
Scope without classificationThis refers to situations where the Ministry has not published equipment-specific documentation, or where the documentation does not distinguish between light and heavy equipment.No automatic defect class is generated; the result, technical findings and usage decision in the report are taken as the basis.

Annual periodic inspection plan

The calendar should display not only the dates of the last inspections, but also each piece of equipment’s maintenance cycle, contract status, site readiness and follow-up on defects identified in reports, all in one place. You can complete the plan in your browser, print it or save it as a PDF.

Annual Work Equipment Periodic Inspection Plan

Annual plan work equipment periodic inspection
Equipment ID / NameGroupLocationTerm referenceFinal checkNext dateReport noİSG-KATİPResponsiblePreparation / follow-up

This template is a planning aid; it does not constitute a periodic inspection report, certificate of compliance or legal advice. The information entered is stored only for the duration of this browser session.

Frequently asked questions periodic inspection about work equipment

We have provided short and straightforward answers to the most frequently asked questions.

This refers to the inspection and/or testing of work equipment carried out by authorised persons at the intervals specified in the Regulations and using appropriate methods. The results are reported together with the equipment’s identification, the method used, the measurements taken and the findings.

Official sources and update policy

Legislation, report formats, and the scope of authorisation and accreditation may change over time. This guide is updated by checking official sources; the current regulations relating to the equipment must also be verified before implementation.

ÇSGB — 23 December 2025 Summary of regulatory changes

Official statement regarding equipment inspection body, the scope of Annex III, contracts İSG-KATİP, reporting criteria, defect classes, authorised specialisms and the 2027 transition.

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ÇSGB — Directorate General for Health and Safety at Work FAQs

An official Q&A resource for those authorised to carry out periodic inspections, covering EKİPNET registration requirements and the contractual process.

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TÜRKAK — PMH accreditation record

PMH’s current accreditation record, number AB-0294-M, and official scope verification.

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PMH — Assurance and Accreditation

PMH explanation regarding how accreditation standards, organisation type, documentation and scope information are to be verified.

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Latest technical review
17 August 2026
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PMH Technical Unit
Update method
Legislation, Ministry criteria and scope records are checked together.

This content has been prepared for general information purposes. The actual scope of inspection for the equipment is determined on the basis of the technical label, conditions of use, relevant standards, current legislation and the applicable scope of accreditation.

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