Lifting Equipment Inspection Course

Lifting Equipment Inspection course will equip the participants to:
• Learn about lifting equipment
• Comprehend the examples of lifting equipment
• Discuss the risks associated with the operation of the lifting equipment
• Learn various baseline inspection techniques to ensure the integrity of the lifting equipment
• Learn various in-service inspection techniques to ensure the integrity of the lifting equipment
• Note the importance of load testing of the lifting equipment
• Understand Personnel Lifting Platforms as different from material lifting equipment
• Understand certification requirements of the lifting equipment
• Appreciate good operating practices for the lifting equipment
• Maintain/manage a good spares strategy for the lifting equipment
• Understand inspection for changes in the crane
• Comprehend inspection of cranes in regular use/ not in regular use
• Comprehend the importance of Close-out from inspection recommendation
• Address Insurance, Legal and Statutory aspects of such lifting equipment inspections
• Experience various incidents involving the lifting equipment and their Root Cause Analyses
Course Content
The Lifting Equipment
• Basics: The shift from manual to mechanical lifting
• Industry reliance on lifting equipment
• Examples of lifting equipment and their applications
• Risks associated with the operation of the lifting equipment
• Importance of Inspection for the lifting equipment
• How ignoring small problems can lead to major accidents
• Assessment and Q&A
Mobile Cranes
• Types of Mobile Cranes
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to crane components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Inspection of wind indicator
• Specialized Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Load testing and load cells
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of the prime mover (IC engine/Electric motor)
• Inspection of land conditions and stability of operation
Tower Cranes
• Tower Crane – Broad Categories
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to crane components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Inspection of wind indicator
• Specialized Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Load testing and load cells
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of the prime mover (IC engine/Electric motor)
• Inspection of foundation conditions and stability of operation
Electric Overhead Traction (EOT) Cranes
• Types of EOT Cranes
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to crane components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Inspection of wind indicator
• Specialized Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Load testing and load cells
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of building conditions housing the lift and stability of operation
Hoists
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to hoist components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of the prime mover (IC engine/Electric motor)
• Inspection of foundation/support conditions and stability of operation
Winches
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to winch components, corrosion and sign of ageing
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of support conditions and stability of operation
Chain Pulley Blocks
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to Chain Pulley Block components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of foundation conditions and stability of operation
Best Practices, Insurance, Legal and Statutory Aspects
• Best Inspection Practices
• Understand Inspection for changes in the crane
• Comprehend Inspection of cranes in regular use/ not in regular use
• Insurance,
• Legal and Statutory Aspects
Use of Personnel Lifting Platforms
• How is Personnel Lifting Platforms different from material lifting equipment?
• Critical inspection points: cages, anchor points, communication means
• Types of Personnel Lifting Platforms
• Baseline (initial) inspection records
• Routine/Pre-planned visual in-service visual Inspections and Pre-use visual Inspection
• Inspection of physical damage to crane components, corrosion, and a sign of ageing
• Inspection of Wind indicator
• Specialized Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Load testing and load cells
• Labelling SWL (Safe Working Load) post load testing and colour coding
• Inspection of the prime mover (IC engine/Electric motor)
• Inspection of land conditions and stability of operation
Incidents from Lifting Equipment Failures
• Failure incidents in poor design
• Failure incidents in poor inspection, maintenance, and operation practices
• Failure analysis/ Root Cause Analysis
• Importance of training and continuous professional development (CPD) for inspection personnel and crane operators

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:        28th – 31st Jan, 2025     

2ND BATCH:       1st – 4th July, 2025