Crane Driving and Slinging training
This one-day practical course is designed to give new and existing crane drivers, slingers and other concerned parties, confidence in the safe operation of cranes and tackle.
This training programme meets the requirements under Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER). By completing this course, delegates will meet the legal requirements under the Health & Safety At Work Act 1974.
Course content
- Legislation relating to crane driving and slinging (LOLER)
- Legislation relating to work equipment and machinery (PUWER)
- Safety Codes of Practice for various types of cranes, pendant, overhead and mobile equipment
- Use of chain and rope slings and sling identification
- Eye bolts and shackles
- Correct slinging techniques
- Estimation of weight to be lifted
- Use of load charts
- Use of crane controls
- Safe transportation of loads
- Hand signals.
Pre-requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Assessment
Candidates will be expected to pass a practical test and theory test (which may be an oral test). A certificate will be awarded to successful candidates.
More details
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Make UK Environmental, Health & Safety team are dedicated to improving EHS knowledge and performance in individuals and companies across the UK. Our trainers are professional consultants with industry recognized qualifications and practical experience.
For your convenience, costs quoted are inclusive of tuition, course materials, assessment, and certificate, which is awarded for successful completion of the qualification.
Member pricing breakdown
*Member price = £ + VAT - Member discount applies to Make UK Members, and subscribers to our EHS or HR & Legal support packages (discount applied upon booking)