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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Lifting Machines
- Types of lifting machines and their common applications.
- Key components and industry terminology (blocks, slings, hooks, load charts).
- Understanding rated capacity and Safe Working Load (SWL).
Technical Operation Principles
- Basic mechanical and control systems for cranes, hoists, and forklifts.
- Load handling techniques and fundamentals of rigging.
- Operational checks and proper machine setup.
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
- Planned maintenance routines and recommended inspection intervals.
- Considerations for Non-destructive testing (NDT) of critical components.
- Record keeping and tagging systems for tracking equipment status.
Regulatory Framework & Standards
- Applicable national regulations and oversight bodies.
- Relevant international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, and EN standards where applicable).
- Legal responsibilities of operators, employers, and competent persons.
Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
- Conducting task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans).
- Implementing control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, and lifting supervision.
- Managing permit-to-work, 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 to drive continuous safety improvements.
Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated).
- Group activity: create 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 environments.
- Prior experience operating industrial equipment is advantageous but not required.
- A basic understanding 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.
