Monthly Lift Inspections in Residential Buildings
Keep lifts safe. Stay compliant. Support evacuation readiness.
What’s This Course About
This course is for anyone working in or around residential buildings who wants to build confidence in understanding lift safety, especially how lifts behave during a fire.
You’ll gain the practical knowledge to:
- Carry out monthly lift inspections as required under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
- Understand how lifts respond in fire conditions—including those intended for firefighter use—and ensure they’re ready to perform in an emergency
- Recognise key behaviours, controls, and safety features that support safe evacuation and emergency access
- Understand the process for completing functional checks using step-by-step guides
- How to record lift for fire service use inspections using industry standard templates
- The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 requirements for making checks available to residents, reporting faults and the good practice fault reporting in Premises Information Box’s.
Aligned with latest codes of practice and guidance, this course is ideal for non-specialist staff—from caretakers to housing officers—who need to support lift safety without replacing the role of lift engineers. It helps you contribute to safer buildings by spotting issues early and reporting with clarity.
Who It’s For
If you’re responsible for fire safety checks or building management in residential settings, this course is for you:
- Building managers and dutyholders
- Housing officers and compliance staff
- Maintenance teams and caretakers
- Fire risk assessors and safety consultants
- Property developers and landlords
What You’ll Learn
- Why lift inspections matter for fire safety and evacuation
- Legal duties under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022
- What to check during monthly inspections:
- Lifts with recall
- Lifts for fire service use
- Evacuation lift
- Good practice checks
- Emergency communication systems
- Power supply indicators and override functions
- Auto dialler testing
- How to record inspections using routine check report templates
- How to escalate and record faults in accordance with The Fire Safety (England) Regulations
- Updating Premises information Box’s
- Complete a short quiz to test your understanding
- Earn a certificate to help evidence competence under Building Safety Act requirements.
Why It Matters
Lifts play a critical role in fire safety—whether for firefighter access, evacuation of mobility-impaired residents, or recall during a fire. This course helps you ensure that monthly checks are carried out consistently, competently, and in line with current regulations. It empowers learners to spot issues early and maintain readiness without relying solely on external contractors.
How It Works
- 100% online and mobile-friendly
- Video-based modules with real-life case studies
- Self-paced learning with clear visuals and voiceover
- Final test and certificate included
Why Choose This Course
- Built around real inspection scenarios and practical guidance
- Designed specifically for UK residential buildings
- Easy-to-understand content that’s ready to apply
- Qualification that proves your competence and commitment
Ready to Get Started
Bring routine lift inspections in-house to boost your organisation’s visibility, strengthen resident trust, and demonstrate your commitment to safety under the Building Safety Act.
Enrol today as an individual or group leader and start making a measurable impact.
- Empower your team with our intuitive group management tools
- Track progress with smart dashboards that let you enrol multiple learners in seconds
- Brand your training by adding your organisation’s logo for a professional, trusted experience
- Build competence with confidence—perfect for housing and estate teams.
This training deepens your team’s understanding of legal lift safety requirements, helping them act with clarity and play a visible role in safer buildings and stronger resident engagement.
