Annual Pallet Racking Safety Inspection — Bio Zone Scientific UK Ltd, Cardiff

Overview

Rackstor UK Ltd carried out a comprehensive annual pallet racking safety inspection at Bio Zone Scientific UK's Cardiff distribution facility to assess the integrity, safety and compliance of its warehouse storage systems. The inspection covered both adjustable pallet racking and longspan shelving installations used for storing scientific equipment and products. Every aisle, upright, beam, safety component and operating environment was assessed in accordance with current UK legislation and recognised industry guidance.

Objectives

• Ensure compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation
• Assess structural integrity of all storage equipment
• Identify any damage requiring monitoring or repair
• Confirm continued safe use of the warehouse storage systems
• Provide recommendations for maintaining long-term operational safety

Warehouse Storage System

• AR Sistemas Class 400 Adjustable Pallet Racking
• BigDug Longspan Racking
• Whalen Longspan Shelving
• Steel mesh decking fitted throughout pallet racking
• Timber pallets manufactured to BS ISO 445
• Concrete floor with deformation anchor fixings
• Counterbalance forklift operation throughout the warehouse

Inspection Standards

• BS EN 15635
• HSG76
• PUWER
• SEMA guidance for steel storage equipment inspections

Inspection Findings

Overall the warehouse presented an exceptionally high standard of storage equipment management. Only a very small number of observations were identified.

• Excellent installation quality
• Well maintained storage equipment
• Good warehouse housekeeping
• Correct use of load notices
• Safe operational procedures
• Good compliance with manufacturer requirements

Damage Identified — Minor Upright Base Plate Twists

Several upright/base plate assemblies showed minor torsional twisting. The inspector concluded these were historical rather than recent, likely caused by previous low-speed forklift contact, well within monitoring limits, and not affecting continued operation. Impact levels were negligible and the damage did not indicate recent collisions.

Risk Classification

All recorded items were classified Green — safe for continued service, no reduction in load capacity required, continue routine monitoring only. No hazardous structural defects were identified.

Components Requiring Replacement

None. No uprights, beams, braces, baseplates or safety accessories required replacement. No additional costs were associated with structural repairs provided current operating standards continue.

Warehouse Safety Review

• Clean and organised storage areas
• Clear pedestrian routes
• Effective housekeeping
• Safe forklift operating environment
• Correct display of Safe Working Load notices
• Compliance with manufacturer specifications

Recommendations

Inspection Outcome

• Excellent installation standards
• Fully compliant storage equipment
• Zero red risks
• Zero amber risks
• No replacement components required
• Safe working load notices correctly displayed
• Excellent warehouse organisation
• High housekeeping standards
• Effective safety procedures

Conclusion

Bio Zone Scientific UK Ltd demonstrated a strong commitment to warehouse safety through the regular inspection and maintenance of its storage systems. The inspection confirmed that the pallet racking and longspan shelving installations were installed to a high standard, remained structurally sound and complied with relevant safety guidance. With no Red or Amber risks identified and no replacement components required, the warehouse was considered safe for continued operation, with only routine monitoring and ongoing best practice recommended.