Lifting Equipment and Lifting Operations, Regulations & Maintenance Training Course

• Define the common roles involved in lifting operations
• Distinguish the general requirements of LOLER
• Describe what LOLER is and to whom it applies
• Discover the types of equipment and accessories that LOLER cover
• Study the record-keeping and fault reporting requisites under LOLE
• Declare the duties of the employer and self-employed under these regulations
• Perform a risk assessment on the lifting equipment
• Discuss the requirements relating to the marking of lifting equipment
• Share an example of a safe lifting plan for lifting equipment
• Uncover the examination, inspection, and reporting requirements of this legislation
Course Content
Introduction to LOLER
• What is LOLER?
• Who has duties under LOLER?
• General duties of employees
• Other relevant legislation
• What is a lifting operation?
• What is lifting equipment?
• What are lifting accessories?
• What is a load?
• Equipment excluded from LOLER
• What are the risks?
Risk Assessment & Management
• What is a risk assessment?
• Key definitions of risks
• Step 1: Identify the hazards
• Step 2: Determine who is at risk and how
• Step 3: Evaluate risks and decide on controls
• Step 4: Record your findings and implement suitable action plans
• Step 5: Review and update
Selecting Suitable Lifting Equipment And Accessories
• Selecting lifting equipment and accessories
• Examples of safe lifting equipment selection
• Marking of lifting equipment
• Environmental effects
• Lifting equipment for lifting people
• Strength and stability
• Positioning and installation
• Safe working loads
• Derating lifting equipment
Examination, Maintenance, And Storage
• Requirements of examinations and maintenance
• What does a thorough examination cover?
• Competent personnel
• Frequency of thorough examinations
• Laws that require maintenance and thorough examination
• Records of thorough examinations
• Hired equipment
• Pre-use checks
• Maintenance of equipment
• Safe storage of equipment
Planning Operations And Reducing Risks
• Planning and supervision
• What should an operations plan cover?
• Location and positioning of equipment
• Working with suspended loads
• Attaching, detaching, and securing loads
• Preventing overturning and destabilising
• Visibility and weather
• Lifting equipment for people
• Slips, trips, and falls
• Emergency procedures and information
• Instruction and training

Methodology
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.

DATE:

1ST BATCH:        13th – 16th May,2025    

2ND BATCH:       25th- 28th Nov,2025