Safety isn't just a checkbox for us; it's a process.

At Plank Hardware, safety is a priority at every stage — from concept design through to production — in line with General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) requirements. We assess intended use, foreseeable misuse, usability and installation, supported by independent external testing where appropriate.

Our hardware is tested for structural integrity, secure fixing, finish durability and overall safety. While our products are not intended for children, we take reasonable steps to minimise foreseeable hazards, including the use of fixings that are not considered choking risks. Our lighting products undergo strict electrical testing to comply with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and RoHS requirements.

Safety and performance are reviewed throughout the product lifecycle, and customer feedback is actively monitored to support continuous improvement and ongoing compliance.

As a responsible manufacturer, we maintain comprehensive records of all material data sheets and regularly verify compliance with REACH and other relevant safety standards, ensuring materials are free from harmful substances. This supports traceability, minimises environmental impact and helps maintain consistent product quality. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure all materials — brass, aluminium, or stainless steel — meet these safety requirements, in line with GPSR obligations.

Every production run is subject to quality control checks to ensure products are made to specification, perform as intended and maintain consistent quality. These checks help identify and address issues early, improving product safety, reliability and overall quality across all batches. Notice a batch code on your packaging? That's not a typo. We track our production runs so that in the rare event of an issue, we can identify exactly when and where that handle or light was made.