The Ultimate Equipment Hire Checklist
Plan safer, smarter, and more efficiently with FESS Hire – the recommended hire partner of FESS Group. Follow our Equipment Hire Checklist below.
Hiring site equipment might seem straightforward until something arrives late, doesn’t fit the job, or fails a compliance check.
At FESS Group, we know that properly planning your equipment hire can prevent all of that. That’s why we proudly recommend FESS Hire, a trusted partner with an extensive fleet, fast delivery, and all the certifications you need to stay compliant and efficient.
Their brand-new brochure is now live, and their Equipment Enquiry Form makes it easy to get expert advice before placing your order.
🟧 Your Pre-Hire Planning Checklist
A five-minute check now can prevent days of disruption later. Before booking equipment, ask yourself:
✅ What are the site conditions?
- Working at height or on multiple levels?
- Smooth floors or rough terrain?
- Indoor or outdoor environment?
- Are compact or manoeuvrable units required?
✅ What type of equipment do you need?
- Pallet trucks, stackers or trolleys for materials handling?
- Genie lifts or platform lifts for vertical access?
- Heavy-duty jacks or transport dollies for machinery positioning?
✅ How will it be powered?
- Manual, electric or battery-powered?
- Are there emissions or noise limits on-site?
- Is mains power accessible, or will self-powered gear be required?
✅ Who will be operating it?
- Will trained operatives be available?
- Does the hire include an operator or is it self-use?
- Are IPAF, NPORS or other certifications needed?
✅ What are the logistics?
- Can the equipment be delivered to the exact location?
- Are there time slots, permit zones or pedestrian access routes to consider?
- Who will receive and check the delivery?
✅ Are all safety requirements in place?
- LOLER or PUWER certificates needed?
- RAMS, permits or method statements required?
- Any PPE or accessories needed to accompany the hire?
🛠 What to Include in Your Hire Enquiry
Providing clear, complete information saves time and avoids delays. Always include:
- Exact equipment needed and specs
- Site location and delivery date
- Access conditions and site risks
- Required certifications or documents
- On-site contact details
Rather than guessing, you can now use the FESS Hire Equipment Enquiry Form to submit everything in one place and let their team guide you to the best solution.
🟧 Why FESS Group Recommends FESS Hire
As a leading consultancy for factory and industrial projects, FESS Group only recommends suppliers who meet our standards for safety, speed, and service.
FESS Hire delivers:
- A diverse fleet of access and material handling equipment
- LOLER-compliant, fully inspected machines
- Fast nationwide delivery
- Friendly expert advice tailored to your job
- Peace of mind that the kit will arrive on time and ready to use
Plan it Right. Hire it Once.
Poor planning costs time, money, and reputation. Take a few minutes now to plan properly and keep your next hire simple and stress-free.
🟧 Submit Your Enquiry Now
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Do you need expert assistance?
Contact FESS Group now about your project. Our dedicated Project Management Team has a wealth of experience and uses a process developed and refined over 35 years working on projects of all sizes.