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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Industrial Lifting Machinery
- Various types of lifting machines and their typical applications
- Essential components and terminology (blocks, slings, hooks, load charts)
- Comprehension of rated capacity and safe working load (SWL)
Principles of Technical Operation
- Fundamental mechanical and control systems for cranes, hoists, and forklifts
- Load handling methods and basic rigging techniques
- Operational verification and proper machine configuration
Safety Protocols and Personal Protective Equipment
- Pre-use inspection checklists and reporting defects
- Selection and correct application of PPE for lifting tasks
- Establishment of exclusion zones, signaling, and communication protocols
Inspection, Maintenance & Testing
- Scheduled maintenance routines and inspection intervals
- Considerations for non-destructive testing (NDT) of critical parts
- Maintenance of records and equipment status tagging systems
Regulatory Frameworks & Standards
- Applicable national regulations and supervisory bodies
- Relevant international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, EN standards where applicable)
- Legal liabilities of operators, employers, and competent individuals
Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work
- Executing task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans)
- Control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, and lifting supervision
- Permit-to-work procedures, lift plans, and competency validation
Incident Response, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Immediate response procedures for lifting incidents and near-misses
- Accident investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions
- Application of lessons learned and ongoing safety enhancements
Practical Workshops and Assessments
- Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated)
- Group task: develop a lift plan and present control measures
- Final practical assessment and written knowledge check
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental mechanical skills and familiarity with workshop or industrial settings
- Prior experience with industrial equipment is preferred but not required
- Basic knowledge of workplace health and safety principles
Target Audience
- Operators of equipment such as cranes, hoists, and forklifts
- Maintenance technicians
- Site supervisors and safety officers
- Plant managers and engineers involved in lifting operations
