Boilers, pressure, lifting equipment, etc., are all subject to statutory inspection at preset intervals. Insurers provide these and other inspection services in respect of: boilers and pressure vessels; lifts; cranes and lifting plant; and electrical and mechanical plant. Risks covered: sudden and unforeseen damage including the key perils of breakdown, explosion and collapse; and working environment risks such as operator error, frost fracture, overheating and collision. Other risks covered: malicious acts; loss or damage to surrounding property through explosion or fragmentation. Cover can be extended to cover engineering consequential loss caused by damage to plant and machinery.