PPE Inspection & Re-certification Program

Enhanced Trust and Confidence: Third-party certification builds trust and confidence in the safety of the PPE.

Objective Assessment: Independent testing ensures a more unbiased evaluation of the PPE's performance and compliance. 

Compliance with Standards: Third-party inspections help ensure that PPE meets the requirements of relevant safety standards. 

PPE should be inspected before each use and at regular intervals, at least once annually, depending on the type of equipment, manufacturer guidelines, and usage frequency.

Tools like Diversified's Client Portal can be used to keep track of upcoming inspection, training, and certification dates.

PPE must be replaced if it is damaged, has reached the end of its lifespan per manufacturer guidelines, or has been involved in an incident such as a fall.

OSHA requires employers to maintain detailed records of inspections, including dates, findings, corrective actions, and the inspector's name. ANSI also specifies that inspections must be documented and retained for verification purposes.

Diversified's Client Portal has tools for keeping track of and downloading required compliance documentation all in one place.

Inspections are routine checks performed to ensure equipment is safe for daily use. Recertification involves a thorough evaluation by a qualified third party or manufacturer-authorized service provider to confirm compliance with safety standards.

Any defective PPE must be removed from service immediately and either repaired (if permissible) or replaced.

ANSI guidelines suggest annual recertifications for most systems, while specific specialized systems may require recertification every 5–10 years, depending on their type and usage.