HOW TO INSPECT A PALLET RACK FOR VISIBLE DAMAGE? 
We would like to caution here that racks are structurally loaded components of steel and such should be professsionally checked by qualified or industry personnel. If your system is fairly new or there has been an minor accident you can check the system for visible  damage as explained below and call us for a thorough check if you suspect more.

Uprights and footplates
Are uprights damaged?
If the upright shows significant damage, or is twisted or contains splits or cracks, then replace it or splice a new section in. If the upright is damaged and is to be replaced, ensure the footplate is also replaced as it will also have sustained damage.

Are splices in good condition?
Check the condition of any splices. Ensure that they are in accordance with manufacturers technical specification.

Out of Plumb Racking
Is the racking vertical?
Out of plumb racking is usually due to incorrect installation. Contact the manufacturer or installer.

Braces
Are racking braces damaged?
Replace bent horizontal or diagonal braces. For bracing, the member deviation from a 1 m long straight edge in either plane should not exceed 10 mm.

Floor fixing
Are floor fixings installed?
Check that floor fixings are installed and are not damaged. Replace as required. If the floor fixing has been damaged, it is likely that the footplate will have also received damage and may need replacing.

Safe working limits
Are rack load signs posted?
Check that the bays conform to the MLL signs provided by the designer / installer, and that the racks have not been altered.

Beams
Are beams overloaded?
A large amount of beam deflection indicates overloading of the racking (the maximum deflection of a the beam should not exceed 1/200 of the box sections length). Where two beams connect at an upright, the beam connectors should remain reasonably parallel. If racking is overloaded or has occurred previously, the beam connectors will form a `V'. This is a quick and easy guide.

Are beams damaged?
Check for obvious signs of beams being hit by a pallet or forklift. Damaged beams should be replaced. 

Are beam connectors or safety clips missing?
Examine beams for damage and replace missing clips immediately. If clips are regularly being dislodged, contact the manufacturer or installer to determine why they are being dislodged and implement corrective action.

Has a beam popped out of its upright?
Check that beams have not popped out of the upright and are suspended on one end connector only.

Are welds damaged?
If a beam has been hit and may only show minor damage, ensure welds are checked by a competent person for cracking.