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Course Outline
Introduction to Lifting Machines
- Overview of lifting machine types and typical 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 fundamentals.
- Operational checks and correct machine configuration.
Safety Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment
- Pre-use inspection checklists and defect reporting procedures.
- Selecting and correctly using PPE for lifting operations.
- Establishing exclusion zones, signalling, and communication protocols.
Inspection, Maintenance & Testing
- Scheduled maintenance routines and inspection intervals.
- Non-destructive testing (NDT) considerations for critical parts.
- Maintaining records and using tagging systems for equipment status.
Regulatory Framework & Standards
- Relevant national regulations and oversight authorities.
- Applicable international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, EN standards).
- Legal duties of operators, employers, and competent persons.
Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
- Performing task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans).
- Control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, and 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.
- Applying lessons learned and driving continuous safety improvements.
Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated).
- Group activity: developing a lift plan and presenting control measures.
- Final practical assessment and written knowledge check.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational mechanical aptitude and familiarity with workshop or industrial settings.
- Prior experience with industrial equipment is preferred but not required.
- A basic grasp of workplace health and safety principles.
Audience
- Equipment operators (cranes, hoists, forklifts).
- Maintenance technicians.
- Site supervisors and safety officers.
- Plant managers and engineers involved in lifting operations.
14 Hours