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1 The intelligent choice for engineering inspections everything is taken care of Pressure - Lifting - Power Presses Local Exhaust Ventilation - Specialist thurra Associate member

2 You re in safe hands You can t leave anything to chance when it comes to inspecting engineering plant and equipment, but you can leave it to Thurra. We re 100% dedicated to engineering inspections and undertake thousands at factories, warehouses, construction sites, offices, garages, care homes and commercial premises; taking a careful look at everything from passenger lifts to excavators; steam boilers to air receivers. As a result, no-one has a greater appreciation of inspection services than Thurra. Just as importantly, by continually refining our methods, we ve turned inspections into a fine art which ensures we pass on efficiency savings through our really competitive fees. We aim to go the extra mile for customers with the promise to: Provide a fast, efficient service Respond quickly and professionally to all inspection requests Provide accurate quotations and very competitive fees Inspect many types of engineering plant and equipment Make appointments in advance and keep you fully informed Refund the cost of inspections in the unlikely event of dissatisfaction All of which ensures everything is taken care of We appreciate the efficiency and flexibility of their Inspectors, who go out of their way to accommodate inspections around our busy work schedule. The office staff are also Associate very helpful and are quick to turn round any request. We would have no hesitation in recommending them. Company Secretary, Bolton based Group of Companies member

3 Inspection types Pressure Lifting Power Presses Local Exhaust Ventilation Specialist Types of places we inspect Garages and workshops Office blocks and premises Nursing and care homes Warehouses and industrial units Construction sites Hotels and retail premises

4 We love working with brokers Insurance brokers and agents trust Thurra. Our long standing relationships confirm the quality of our service to brokers, so too the fact that over 90% of those we deal with place multiple inspections with us annually. Your clients receive a fast, efficient and professional service, leaving you free to concentrate on other matters just take a look at our commitment to clients to see why our service is so trouble-free for you. With an absolute commitment to dealing with insurance brokers and intermediaries, our focus is to go beyond providing a totally trouble-free service. We aim to be a joy to deal with, recognising that work life is complex enough without added complications, while providing a great deal more including: Same-day agency set-up No minimum number of cases Fast, simple and responsive service A dedicated account manager Free training sessions Trouble-free service Having used them for over ten years, I can confirm that they not only offer a first class service for our clients at extremely competitive prices, but also turn around quotations Associate usually within a few minutes and always issue documentation in a timely fashion. I can t recommend them highly enough. Director, large provincial broker member

5 Benefits for our brokers Generous rebates for volume accounts Documentation when you need it Our full refund promise in the event of client dissatisfaction Dedicated Account Manager

6 We re fortunate to work with the clients we do We work with organisations of all types and sizes from small family businesses to multi-national companies. In all cases, our team provides a fast, efficient and expert service to help you fulfil your legal obligations by inspecting all appropriate plant and machinery within the appropriate timescales. Our specialists advise on the type of inspections required and the best way to undertake the work, taking account of maintenance and shut-down periods to minimise downtime and inconvenience. We also work hard to deliver an efficient and well co-ordinated service, so you re not kept waiting and remain fully informed throughout. There s a lot said about customer service by companies these days so it s difficult to know what to believe. Our simple ethos is that it s our privilege to work for you, never the other way round. We have a long history of using their specialist skills. We have always found them to be prompt in their attendance and professional in their approach and dealings with both our staff and our building users, keeping both management and staff fully informed of their actions and findings, a policy which allows us to manage our clients property in the most effective manner. Liverpool headquartered property management business Associate member

7 What we aim to do for you To help you meet your legal requirements To notify you when things are due To remember that little things make a difference, like making and keeping appointments To explain, if defects are found, the best next steps To deliver reports in hard copy or electronic formats as you choose To not charge for a cancelled appointment To provide simple written schemes of examination free of charge To charge competitive rates

8 Guide to inspection frequency Applicable Legislation: PUWER, EAWR Electrical and Mechanical Inspection Frequency Compactors, alternators and generators Engines, motors, pumps and compressors, control panels and gearboxes 12 Months 24 Months Local Exhaust Ventilation Plant Applicable Legislation: COSHH Inspection Frequency Any blast cleaning equipment used in connection with metal casting manufacture and also processes involving jute cloth manufacture Any mechanically powered equipment used for grinding, abrading or polishing metal and any non-ferrous metal casting process where dust or fume is produced Any other application where mechanical extraction has been installed to control a substance or process dust and / or fume 1 Month 6 Months 14 Months The inspection intervals noted are guidance on the maximum period between thorough examinations only and may be altered to more frequent intervals by the competent person based on factors such as environment, condition, working practices and the like. Associate member

9 Lifting Equipment Applicable Legislation: LOLER, PUWER, Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 Inspection Frequency Lifting equipment that lifts people e.g. passenger lifts, patient hoists, vehicle taillifts, mobile elevating work platforms, escalators and vehicle lifts Lifting accessories e.g. shackles, eyebolts, hooks and slings All other lifting equipment e.g. cranes, goods lifts, chain blocks, and loading equipment including fork lift trucks 6 Months 6 Months 12 Months Power Presses etc Applicable Legislation: PUWER Inspection Frequency Guillotines for paper, power presses and press brakes with interlocking, automatic or photoelectric guards Power presses and press brakes with fixed guards, metal guillotines, Injection moulding machinery, wood working machinery 6 Months 12 Months Pressure Plant Applicable Legislation: PUWER, PSSR, COMAH Inspection Frequency Autoclaves, boilers where water is above 100 C, shell boilers and any connected blowdown vessels, horizontal multi-tube boilers Steam vessels, calorifiers, water tube boilers and connected blow down vessels. Air receivers Refrigeration and air conditioning plant Pressurisation units Jacket reactor vessel 14 Months 26 Months 48 Months 60 Months Examination frequency based on risk assessment

10 Leave everything to us It couldn t be easier to engage Thurra. All it takes is a simple phone call. We can set up an account in a few minutes and quickly set to work on your behalf. As part of our exceptional service, we ensure that new and renewal documentation for all inspection policies/contracts is prepared promptly and is always easy to follow. You also have the added assurance of our business processes and systems as outlined below. Our people All Thurra engineers are carefully selected, qualified and trained. They have excellent technical and interpersonal skills. And, they ll use their know-how and experience to help you every step of the way. Our standards Our entire service is backed by well-defined processes, procedures and systems that not only ensure a fast and efficient service but help keep our costs low in order to pass on savings through our competitive prices. Our accreditations We re an associate member of the Safety Assessment Federation (SAFed), an independent trade association concerned with safety. As members of this respected organisation, we keep at the forefront of developments in the industry drawing on their advice, guidance, information and experience to keep our services current and competitive. Our points of contact Thurra is especially well known as a company that s easy to do business with. Just call or visit to get things started. We ll be pleased to hear from you. Processes Stage 1 We re appointed to undertake the inspections and issue confirmation Stage 2 We arrange appointments at the site s convenience Stage 3 We carry out the inspections Stage 4 We compile and despatch reports quickly Stage 5 When renewals are due, we send notifications and documents for approval

11 We have been a client for over 6 years. The Inspections are carried out efficiently by their inspectors, who are happy to work around our company s busy schedule. The office staff are always willing to help with any request. We would have no hesitation in recommending them. Fleet Manager, construction company The Engineering Inspection requirements of many of our clients are looked after by Thurra as we know we can rely on their excellent service, competitive pricing and helpful and knowledgeable staff. Director, insurance group thurra Phone: Fax: mail@thurra.co.uk Visit: We have worked closely with them for several years and the service we have benefited from has been second to none. Inspections can be arranged with very little fuss and documentation is delivered without delay in all instances. The cost of the inspection service is very competitive without having an effect on service levels and I would have no hesitation in recommending them to my clients. Property Account Executive, large provincial broker Write: Thurra Ltd First Floor Blue Pit Mill Queensway Rochdale OL11 2YW The Engineering Inspection requirements of many of our clients are looked after by them as we know we can rely on their excellent service, competitive pricing and helpful and knowledgeable staff. Director, large provincial broker I met with our mutual client this morning and they commented on what a great service your engineer provides. They are really happy dealing with you, so I just wanted to pass on my thanks. Account Executive & HR Manager, large provincial broker

12 thurra Business address: First Floor Blue Pit Mill Queensway Rochdale OL11 2YW T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) E: everything is taken care of Pressure - Lifting - Power Presses Local Exhaust Ventilation - Specialist Associate member