“A thorough examination on a periodic basis…”

BITA GN28 recommendations on intervals for periodic Thorough Examination

Minimum Intervals Between Examinations Operating Circumstances
12 Months Any Truck Working Up To 40 Hours Per Week, Without Attachments Other Than Side Shift. (Mandatory)
6 Months Any Truck Used For Lifting Persons, No Matter How Infrequent (Mandatory)
6 Months Any Truck Fitted With An Attachment Other Than A Side Shift.
6 Months Any Truck Working Between 40 And 80 Hours Per Week.;
4 Months Any Truck Working In Excess Of 80 Hours Per Week.
4 Months Any Truck Working In Arduous Conditions Such As…. Marine Environments Corrosive Chemical Environment Metal Manufacturing Or Processing Cement/Aggregate Processing, Or Abrasive Partials Are Present Brine Processing