Book a 10-Year Major Inspection
When an elevated work platform reaches ten years of age, it is due for a major inspection — a far deeper assessment than a routine service. This page is where you book it. We coordinate the strip-down, testing and recertification so an ageing unit can be returned to a compliant, working condition rather than retired early.
The value of a major inspection is in the planning. Get it booked ahead of the due date and you can schedule the downtime, arrange a replacement machine if you need one, and avoid the compliance gap that comes from running plant past its interval. We handle the logistics so the unit is off the road for as little time as possible.
Built For
- Fleet owners with EWPs approaching or past ten years of age
- Asset and maintenance managers planning capital and downtime
- Hire companies keeping older units in service
- Government, council and utility fleets
- Contractors deciding whether to inspect or replace ageing plant
Equipment & Coverage
- Telescopic and knuckle boom lifts
- Scissor lifts
- Truck-mounted EWPs and cherry pickers
- Insulated EWPs
- Trailer-mounted lifts
The Process
Trigger & booking
A major inspection is triggered when a unit reaches its ten-year point, and periodically after. Book ahead of the due date so the downtime can be planned rather than forced.
Strip-down assessment
The machine is dismantled so safety-critical components can be examined for wear, fatigue and corrosion that a routine service would never reach.
NDT & testing
Non-destructive testing and function testing verify the integrity of structural welds, pins and load-bearing components before anything is reassembled.
Repair & recertification
Worn or defective parts are repaired or replaced, the unit is reassembled and recertified, and you receive full documentation for your records.
Compliance & Standards
The 10-year major inspection is a requirement under AS 2550.10 for elevated work platforms designed to AS/NZS 1418.10. It is a comprehensive assessment of the structure and safety-critical systems that keeps ageing plant compliant and insurable. Running a unit past its major inspection due date can void compliance and expose the duty holder, which is why we recommend booking well in advance.
Why EWP Australia
- A clear booking path to get your major inspection scheduled early
- Strip-down, NDT and recertification coordinated end to end
- Downtime planned around your operations, not forced by a lapsed date
- Ageing plant returned to a certified condition instead of retired
- Full documentation you can hand straight to auditors or asset managers
Common Questions
What actually triggers a 10-year major inspection?
The trigger is the age of the machine — an EWP is due for a major inspection once it reaches ten years, with further major inspections periodically after that under AS 2550.10. It is time-based, so it applies regardless of how many hours the unit has done.
How far ahead should I book?
As early as you can. Booking ahead of the due date lets you plan the downtime, arrange a hire replacement if needed, and avoid running the unit out of compliance while you wait for a slot.
How do I plan for the downtime?
We scope the job up front and give you a realistic timeframe so you can programme the work into a quieter period. If the unit is business-critical, we can help you bridge the gap with a hire machine so your crews keep working.
Is it worth it, or should I just replace the machine?
That depends on the condition and value of the unit. A major inspection often returns a sound machine to a certified condition for far less than replacement, but the strip-down will also give you an honest picture of whether the plant is worth keeping.
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