How to Pass a DNV Lifting Gear Audit in 2025
5 January 2025
How to Pass a DNV Lifting Gear Audit in 2025
DNV’s lifting gear audits have become significantly more rigorous in recent years.
Superyachts, shipyards, offshore vessels, and commercial ships are now required to demonstrate full traceability, real-time inspection history, and proper documentation for every lifting point on board.
This guide walks you through the exact steps inspectors expect in 2025 — and how to avoid the most common non-conformities.
🔍 1. Ensure Every Lifting Point Has Complete Traceability
DNV requires each lifting point to include:
- Serial number
- Working Load Limit (WLL)
- Location onboard
- Material certificates or manufacturer data
- Date of last inspection
- Next due date
- Inspector details
- Photos (before/after if relevant)
Missing serial numbers or unclear WLL markings remain the #1 cause of audit findings.
With LiftLog Pro, all lifting points include:
- QR-code linked profiles
- Digital traceability
- Photo history
- Auto-calculated due dates
This eliminates paperwork errors and ensures everything is easy to verify during an audit.
📄 2. Maintain Accessible, Up-to-Date Certificates
For DNV auditors, certificates must be:
- Fully legible
- Linked to the correct lifting point
- Signed
- Issued by an approved inspector
- Stored securely and permanently
Paper certificates get lost, damaged, or mismatched.
Digital certificates are now the industry standard.
LiftLog Pro automatically generates:
- Class-compliant PDFs
- Unique certificate numbers
- Digital signatures
- Secure history logs
- QR codes for quick verification
🧪 3. Conduct Periodic Inspections on Time (And Prove It)
DNV requires:
- Annual visual inspection (minimum)
- Functional tests where applicable
- Load tests for critical devices
- Lubrication / maintenance records
Inspectors will check:
✔ Are inspections on time?
✔ Are they logged correctly?
✔ Any overdue lifting points?
✔ Are defects tracked?
LiftLog Pro tracks:
- Due dates
- Overdue status
- Technician records
- Photos and notes
🖇 4. Ensure Defects Are Tracked Until Resolution
If equipment is marked as damaged or out of tolerance, auditors expect:
- Clear defect reports
- Follow-up repairs
- Re-inspection
- Full closure history
LiftLog Pro provides a complete defect lifecycle ensuring nothing is missed.
🗂 5. Prepare a Digital Asset Register Before the Audit
Your register should contain:
- All lifting points
- Inspection dates
- Certificates
- Load test history
- Defects
- Responsible personnel
LiftLog Pro makes this audit-ready instantly.
🛟 Final Thoughts
DNV lifting gear audits aim to increase safety.
The vessels that pass with zero findings all follow the same rule:
Maintain digital traceability and stay ahead of your inspection schedule.
LiftLog Pro ensures compliance, accuracy, and stress-free audits.
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