Course Summary
Understand lifting operation basics including planning, competence, lifting accessories, exclusion zones, communication and safe positioning.
Purpose
The purpose of this training is to help learners recognise lifting hazards, line-of-fire risks, dropped-object risk and the need for competent planning/supervision. It is written for real workplaces where safe behaviour, supervision and clear records matter.
Legal / Regulatory Context
Relevant UK context includes the Work at Height Regulations 2005, Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, hot work controls, permit systems and emergency planning.
Who Should Attend
Suitable for employees, supervisors, team leaders, managers, contractors and anyone who needs practical understanding of this topic in a workplace setting.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the meaning and purpose of lifting operations
- Identify common hazards, unsafe conditions and warning signs linked with lifting operations
- Apply practical control measures and follow workplace procedures
- Understand when to report, escalate or stop work for safety reasons
- Recognise the records, inspections or checks that support good control
Course Content
- Lift planning
- Lifting accessories
- Exclusion zones
- Slinger/signaller interface
- Load stability
- Communication
- Roles and responsibilities
- Common mistakes and practical controls
- Reporting, review and improvement
Practical QHSE Manager Focus
This course is written from a practical workplace management point of view. It explains what good control looks like, what records should demonstrate and what supervisors should check during day-to-day work.