This course is aimed at candidates that require the knowledge and practical skills to ensure a safe system of work in accordance with the method statement. It will enable the candidate to carry out their duties while complying with the relevant legislation and standards, including LOLER 1998 and BS 7121.

This course is designed for personnel who supervise the lift and follow lift plans for routine and non-routine lifts.

Requirements:

Experienced operators should have sufficient experience of cranes to meet the requirements specified in British standard 7121 Safe Use of Cranes. 

Good understanding of spoken and written English.

• Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a crane / lift supervisor
• Explain the importance of locating and identifying different types of lifting equipment and lifting accessories. Explain their basic construction, uses, applications and functions
• Demonstrate how to interpret and extract information on all relevant documentation
• Explain and demonstrate diverse types of communication methods used for lifting purposes
• Explain procedures for placing non-serviceable items out-of-service
• Explain the function and use of the RCIs and anti-collision systems and use the information provided
• Explain setting up, erection, levelling and dismantling requirements for diverse types of lifting equipment and lifts
• Set up exclusion zone explaining actions required for emergency actions and identify overhead hazards
• Identify potential hazards and unsafe lifting practices using different lifting scenarios
• Explain the importance of checking the security of various types of loads and lifting accessories, explain the procedures ensuring load balance and integrity
• Supervise the movement of loads to different types of locations using different methods of communication
• Explain all Environmental considerations and explain how factors such as the external area to the lift zone can affect the planning of the lifting operation
• Carry out all out-of-service and securing procedures

Novice course – 3 Days

Experienced Worker Tests- 1 Day 

Traditional NPORS Card – Refresher training is advised every 3 years