Course Overview

This LEEA-accredited Lifting & Slinging Operations course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to carry out safe lifting and slinging operations in accordance with LEEA standards and industry best practices. The course covers lifting legislation, load estimation, sling selection, lifting accessories, crane signalling, and safe lifting techniques, combining classroom instruction with practical assessments to ensure competence in lifting operations.

Course Outline

• Lifting Legislation and Health & Safety Requirements
• Lifting Equipment Definitions and Terminology
• LOLER 1998 Requirements
• Pre-Use Inspection of Lifting Equipment
• Load Weight Estimation
• Force Calculations in Slings
• Uniform Load and Trigonometric Load Methods
• Chain Slings and Sling Configurations
• Lifting Accessories (Shackles, Eyebolts, Hooks, Shortening Clutches, Rigging Screws and Wire Rope Grips)
• Selection of Appropriate Lifting Equipment
• Standard Crane Signals (BS 7121)
• Safe Lifting Operations
• Practical Lifting Exercises
• Written and Practical Assessment

Who the Course is For

This course is suitable for:

• Riggers and Slingers
• Banksmen and Signalers
• Crane Operators
• Lifting Supervisors
• Deck Crew
• Construction Personnel
• Oil & Gas Workers
• Marine and Offshore Personnel
• Maintenance Technicians
• Anyone involved in lifting and load-handling operations requiring LEEA-recognized training and certification.