Basic Lifting and Rigging Skills

Prerequisites

None - however, must be able to work at height and may be required to use personal fall protection equipment. Either the Basic or Advanced Climber qualification (or similar) would be a distinct advantage.

Who Should Attend

Operators involved in lifting and slinging operations.

Course Objectives & Content

• Legislation (WAHR 2005 and LOLER 1998)
• Risk assessment and method statements
• Lifting equipment and accessories
• Pre-use inspections
• Knots and lashings
• Selection and use of lifting equipment (including ropes, pulleys & slings)
• Slinging and hand signals
• Lifting configurations
• Optional 2nd day training is available on the use of portable lifting appliances including: Capstan Winch and Tirfor

Certification

The successful delegates will receive a certificate valid for 3 years, after which a refresher training will be necessary. 3M will notify you when your certificate is due for renewal.

Standards

• Health and safety at work act 1974
• Working at height regulations 2005
• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regs 1998
• BS 8437 COP for the selection, use and maintenance of fall protection systems and equipment for use in the work place
• BS 8454 COP for delivery of training and education for work at height and rescue

Costs

£190 per person, £935 per group of 6 (+ VAT)