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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Lifting Machines
- Categorization of lifting machines and their typical applications
- Essential components and terminology (blocks, slings, hooks, load charts)
- Comprehending rated capacity and safe working load (SWL)
Technical Operation Principles
- Foundational mechanical and control systems for cranes, hoists, and forklifts
- Load handling techniques and rigging fundamentals
- Operational checks and proper machine configuration
Safety Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment
- Pre-use inspection checklists and defect reporting protocols
- Selecting and correctly using PPE for lifting operations
- Establishing exclusion zones, signalling methods, and communication protocols
Inspection, Maintenance & Testing
- Scheduled maintenance routines and inspection frequencies
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) considerations for critical parts
- Maintenance of records and tagging systems for equipment status
Regulatory Framework & Standards
- Relevant national regulations and supervisory bodies
- Applicable international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, EN standards where applicable)
- Legal duties of operators, employers, and competent persons
Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
- Executing task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans)
- Control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, and lifting supervision
- Permit-to-work systems, lift plans, and competency verification
Incident Response, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Immediate response actions for lifting incidents and near-misses
- Accident investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Applying lessons learned for ongoing safety enhancements
Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated)
- Group exercise: develop a lift plan and present control measures
- Final practical assessment and written knowledge check
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental mechanical aptitude and familiarity with workshop or industrial settings
- Prior experience operating industrial machinery is preferred but not essential
- A basic grasp of workplace health and safety principles
Target Audience
- Equipment operators (including crane, hoist, and forklift operators)
- Maintenance technicians
- Site supervisors and safety officers
- Plant managers and engineers involved in lifting operations
