A Week in the Footsteps of Our Lifting Equipment Inspector

21 May 2024

A Week in Vincent’s Footsteps Vincent La Rosa travels throughout the Walloon Brabant region on behalf of Normec BTV, with a mission to create a safe living and working environment for our customers. How does he do that? By thoroughly inspecting every hoisting and lifting device to ensure it operates safely. His friendliness and professionalism come free of charge 😉. We know we’re repeating ourselves, but it’s as true as can be: at Normec BTV, no two days are the same, and you get the chance to experience many unique locations up close.

A technician is inspecting an industrial installation at height and checking the piping.

Monday

At Normec BTV, we don’t do “quiet Mondays.” First, we stop by the office to review the schedule for the coming week. Then we dive right in with the inspection of a quick-assembly crane. And of course we’re having a blast—how could we not with such a beautiful view?!

Employees wearing protective cleanroom clothing are holding a meeting in a controlled production environment.

Tuesday

No career switch to the operating room today, but an essential inspection of lifting equipment in a cleanroom is on the schedule. This inspection is a bit more special because you have to disinfect and clean your hands, tools, and tablet before you’re allowed to start. The stylish outfit is a nice bonus.

An inspector wearing a safety vest is inspecting an industrial facility and taking a measurement on a machine component.

Wednesday

From inspections in a cleanroom, decked out in sterile clothing, to sturdy boots in the mud—nothing stops the inspectors at Normec BTV! At our client ETH (which specializes in cleaning rainwater basins, rivers, and ponds, as well as the construction of parks, green spaces, and roadside verges), Vincent spends a full day conducting his lifting and hoisting inspection at various locations. At these sites, he ensures a thorough inspection of the lifting accessories and excavators.

And the stickers? They were also immediately updated to our attractive new versions during this inspection round.

Two technicians are performing work at height on a facade installation and are wearing safety helmets and personal protective equipment.

Thursday & Friday

Inspecting truck-mounted cranes? No problem for Vincent! On Thursday and Friday, he visited a valued customer to inspect the cranes and their accessories. It’s always nice to have a knowledgeable guide with you, as was the case with this customer.

Paperwork at the end of the week? As an inspector, Vincent
at Hijs-en Hef—he doesn’t have to deal with it; everything was processed right away during the workweek using his tablet. He can head into the weekend with peace of mind, satisfied customers, and a completed schedule.

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