Inspections

Pre-Purchase EWP Inspections

Buying used access equipment is a serious investment, and a rating plate tells you nothing about wear, past repairs or looming compliance costs. An independent pre-purchase inspection gives you an honest condition report before you commit — so you know exactly what you are buying.

We assess the unit's structure, hydraulics, mechanical systems and safety functions, and flag anything that will need attention. That includes the big one for older plant: whether a 10-year major inspection is due or overdue. You go into the negotiation informed, with a report you can use to make the decision or the price.

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Who It's For

Built For

Buyers of used boom lifts, scissor lifts and truck-mounted EWPs
Hire companies expanding their fleet
Contractors and trades purchasing their first machine
Government, council and utility procurement teams
Anyone buying access equipment sight-unseen or interstate

Scope

Equipment & Coverage

Boom lifts (knuckle and telescopic)
Scissor lifts
Cherry pickers and truck-mounted EWPs
Insulated EWPs
Trailer-mounted lifts

How It Works

The Process

Tell us the machine

Share the make, model, age, hours and location of the unit you are considering, and we confirm what the inspection will cover.

Condition assessment

We inspect structure, hydraulics, mechanicals and safety systems, and note wear, damage, leaks and evidence of past repairs.

Compliance check

We flag the unit's inspection status, including whether a 10-year major inspection is due or overdue — a major cost that affects value.

Independent report

You receive a documented condition report with photographs and clear findings you can use to decide or to negotiate.

Compliance & Standards

A pre-purchase inspection assesses the machine against the condition and safe-use expectations of AS 2550.10 for equipment designed to AS/NZS 1418.10. It highlights compliance obligations you would inherit as the new owner — most importantly the annual inspection status and whether a 10-year major inspection is due. Knowing this before you buy prevents an unexpected compliance bill after the sale.

Why EWP Australia

Independent condition report before you commit to buying
Identifies wear, damage, leaks and evidence of past repairs
Flags whether a 10-year major inspection is due or overdue
Gives you leverage to negotiate on price or walk away
Assessment across all makes and models, wherever the machine is located

FAQs

Common Questions

Why get an independent inspection before buying used?

A seller's description rarely reveals structural wear, hidden repairs or looming compliance costs. An independent inspection gives you an unbiased picture of the machine's true condition so you can buy with confidence or renegotiate the price.

What does a pre-purchase inspection cover?

We assess the structure, hydraulics, mechanical systems and safety functions, and note any wear, damage or leaks. Just as importantly, we check the unit's inspection status so you know what compliance work you would inherit.

Will you tell me if a major inspection is due?

Yes, and it is one of the most valuable parts of the report. If a 10-year major inspection is due or already overdue, that is a significant cost you can factor into the purchase price or use to decide against the machine.

Can you inspect a machine we haven't bought from you?

Absolutely — that is the whole point. Pre-purchase inspections are completely independent and cover any make or model, including plant offered by third-party sellers or at auction.