At KCS Plant Hire, operational safety is our baseline. We take direct accountability for the condition of our fleet and the competence of our operators. We ensure full compliance with the South African Occupational Health and Safety Act so your site remains safe, compliant, and fully operational without delays.

Equipment Integrity & Certification Every machine in our fleet, from our 1 Ton Mini Excavators to our 10,000L Water Trucks, undergoes rigorous preventative maintenance. We do not compromise on the mechanical safety of our heavy plant.

• Daily pre-start inspections conducted by operators before breaking ground.

• Scheduled routine servicing strictly aligned with OEM specifications.

• Valid load test certificates and lifting tackle inspections for all applicable machinery, including Excavators and TLBs.

Certified & Cleared Operators When you hire equipment inclusive of a KCS operator, you are getting a certified professional who understands site safety protocols.

• Valid and current operator certificates for all specific plant classes.

• Valid medical fitness certificates ready for your site safety file.

• Professional Driving Permits (PrDP) for all logistics, flatdeck, and rollback drivers.

• Mandatory and correct PPE worn at all times while on your site.

Site Safety Files We understand that site agents and procurement officers need their paperwork sorted before a machine is allowed through the gates. Comprehensive safety files for our equipment and personnel can be generated and supplied to your Site Safety Officer upon confirmation of your booking.

Direct Safety Escalation We value direct contact to fix issues immediately. If you observe a mechanical fault or have any safety concerns regarding our equipment or staff on your site, halt work and contact our operations desk immediately.