Think Access Achieves Full LEEA Membership Accreditation
We are proud to announce that Think Access has been awarded Full Membership of the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) the internationally recognised trade body for the lifting industry. This achievement marks a significant milestone for our business and reinforces our commitment to delivering the highest standards of safety, compliance and professional excellence across every project we undertake.
What is LEEA and Why Does Accreditation Matter?
The Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA) is widely established as the leading global trade association for all those involved in the design, manufacture, maintenance, inspection and testing of lifting equipment. With a membership spanning multiple continents, LEEA sets the benchmark for technical excellence and best practice in the lifting industry worldwide.
LEEA’s mission is clear: to educate, influence and enable so that best practice becomes normal practice. The Association promotes enhanced standards and sustainable development for the global lifting and safety sector, and Full LEEA Membership is widely regarded by clients, contractors and procurement teams as a mark of genuine credibility.
Importantly, LEEA membership is not simply a case of paying a fee and displaying a badge. All new members must complete a thorough application process, including a face-to-face technical audit of their working practices, before being admitted to the Association. This rigorous process ensures that only businesses operating to the highest standards are recognised as Full Members.
What Does Full LEEA Membership Mean in Practice?
Achieving Full LEEA Membership demonstrates that Think Access meets the Association’s stringent requirements across three core pillars:
- Compliance — Our processes, equipment and working practices are fully aligned with current industry standards and legislation.
- Competency — Our personnel are qualified and capable across all aspects of lifting equipment work, from inspection and testing through to maintenance and certification.
- Continual Improvement — As a Full LEEA Member, Think Access is committed to the ongoing development of our standards of practice, supported by LEEA training, CPD and short-notice technical audits to ensure we maintain the high bar we have set.
What This Means for Our Clients
For businesses appointing Think Access to deliver lifting equipment inspections, thorough examinations or related services, Full LEEA Membership provides an important layer of assurance. When you work with a LEEA-accredited company, you can be confident that:
- Your lifting equipment will be inspected and examined by trained, competent professionals operating in line with current health and safety legislation.
- The documentation and certification we produce is backed by the rigorous standards the LEEA requires of its members.
- You are working with an organisation that is independently audited and held to account — not simply self-certified.
At a time when procurement teams and principal contractors are increasingly expecting LEEA membership from their lifting equipment suppliers, this accreditation strengthens Think Access’s position as a trusted, compliant partner across sectors including construction, facilities management, manufacturing and utilities.
A Commitment to Safety and Professional Standards
Full LEEA Membership is the latest in a series of steps Think Access has taken to ensure that our clients receive a service underpinned by genuine expertise, robust compliance and an unwavering focus on safety. Whether we are conducting thorough examinations under LOLER, advising on lifting equipment compliance or supporting planned preventative maintenance programmes, our accreditation provides the framework within which we operate.
We are committed to maintaining and continually improving the standards that LEEA Full Membership demands of us because for our clients and the people working with or around lifting equipment, there is no acceptable alternative to getting it right.
Work With a LEEA-Accredited Lifting Equipment Specialist
If you require LOLER thorough examinations, lifting equipment inspections or compliance support from a fully accredited LEEA-member company, get in touch with Think Access today. Our team is on hand to discuss your requirements and provide a solution tailored to your operations.
