ILLUSTRATIVE CLIENT REPORT
Racking inspections
Example Logistics · Warehouse A
- Report reference
- BIR-RAC-26001
- Inspection date
- 12 September 2026
- Prepared by
- BIRWICKS Engineering Inspection & Assurance
- Issue
- Example issue 01
01 · Executive summary
Inspection position at a glance
This example demonstrates how the completed Racking report is presented to a customer. It combines a concise overview with the detailed evidence needed to understand and manage each recorded item.
02 · Scope
What was reviewed
Inspection of accessible pallet-racking components, protection, loading information and visible impact damage.
This demonstration assumes a visual and functional review of accessible equipment. Internal components, destructive testing and areas not made available are excluded unless specifically agreed.
03 · Asset register
Equipment included in the report
| Reference | Equipment | Location | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAC-A03 | Pallet racking aisle 3 | Warehouse A | Action required |
| RAC-A05 | Pallet racking aisle 5 | Warehouse A | Advisory |
| RAC-M01 | Mezzanine storage | Warehouse A | Satisfactory |
04 · Detailed findings
Evidence, significance and next action
Upright impact damage
Evidence: A front upright is visibly deformed following impact. The affected bay should be controlled pending specialist assessment.
Recommended action: Arrange review by an appropriate competent person, record the completed action and verify close-out.
Illustrative evidence photograph · RAC-A03Beam lock missing
Evidence: One accessible beam connection is missing a retaining lock.
Recommended action: Arrange review by an appropriate competent person, record the completed action and verify close-out.
Illustrative evidence photograph · RAC-A05Visible condition acceptable
Evidence: No material visible defect identified within the accessible area.
Recommended action: Maintain the current controls and retain this record with the equipment history.
Illustrative evidence photograph · RAC-M0105 · Photographic evidence
Images remain linked to the correct equipment and finding
Full-size photographs are retained with their captions, asset reference and related finding so the customer can understand what was observed without relying on a separate folder of images.
06 · Corrective-action register
A clear route to close-out
This illustrative issue shows the structure customers receive. Final conclusions always reflect the agreed scope, evidence collected and limitations recorded during the actual inspection.