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Course Outline
Introduction to Lifting Machines
- Types of lifting machines and common applications
- Key components and 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 rigging basics
- Operational checks and correct machine setup
Safety Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment
- Pre-use inspection checklists and defect reporting
- PPE selection and correct usage for lifting operations
- Exclusion zones, signalling, and communication protocols
Inspection, Maintenance & Testing
- Planned maintenance routines and inspection intervals
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) considerations for critical components
- Record keeping and tagging systems for equipment status
Regulatory Framework & Standards
- Applicable national regulations and oversight bodies
- Relevant international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, 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)
- Control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, lifting supervision
- 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
- Implementing lessons learned and continuous safety improvements
Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated)
- Group: create a lift plan and present control measures
- Final practical assessment and written knowledge check
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with workshop or industrial environments
- Previous experience operating industrial equipment is desirable but not mandatory
- Basic understanding of workplace health and safety concepts
Audience
- Equipment operators (crane, hoist, forklift operators)
- Maintenance technicians
- Site supervisors and safety officers
- Plant managers and engineers involved in lifting operations
14 Hours
