Course Overview

The Management of Lifting & Slinging course is designed to equip supervisors, managers, and personnel responsible for lifting operations with the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, supervise, and manage safe lifting activities. The course focuses on lift planning, risk assessment, equipment selection, sling configurations, load estimation, and compliance with industry legislation and standards, ensuring lifting operations are carried out safely and efficiently.

Course Outline

• Lifting Legislation, Regulations and Standards (LOLER & Health and Safety Requirements)
• Lift Planning and Risk Assessment
• Lifting Equipment Definitions and Terminology
• Selection of Cranes and Lifting Equipment
• Sling Types, Design and Configurations
• Load Weight Estimation and Force Calculations
• Uniform Load and Trigonometric Load Methods
• Lifting Accessories (Shackles, Eyebolts, Hooks, Rigging Screws, Wire Rope Grips and Shortening Clutches)
• Selection and Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Crane Signals in Accordance with BS 7121
• Safe Lifting Operations and Best Practices
• Equipment Inspection, Marking, Storage and Certification
• Practical Workshop
• Written Assessment

Who the Course is For

This course is suitable for:

• Lifting Supervisors
• Appointed Persons
• Lift Planners
• Site Supervisors and Managers
• Crane Supervisors
• Rigging Supervisors
• HSE Personnel
• Project Engineers
• Personnel responsible for planning, supervising, or managing lifting operations across construction, oil & gas, marine, manufacturing, and industrial sectors.