Safe Lifting and Slinging

Course Code: ZGT35 Categories Accreditations, Course Categories, Courses, Working at Height, Zero Gravity Safety

During your course we will provide;

A course manual, handouts and pen
Refreshments throughout the day
Any equipment required to complete the course
A microwave, fridge and toaster will be provided for delegate use if the course is held at a Zero Gravity Safety Location

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide an understanding of the theory and rating of lifting equipment, an overview of the legislation as applied to the user and provide an appreciation and practical experience of types of lifting equipment and conducting routine pre-use inspections. This is a combination of the Safe Slinging and Lifting Appreciation course and the Practical Lifting and Slinging Beneath the Hook course.

Who is the course for?

Anyone involved in lifting procedures that would benefit from an appreciation of how to conduct and / or manage safe lifting operations.

Contents Covered

■ Introduction – All legislation appropriate to conducting lifting activities – Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, LOLER 1998, PUWER and LEEA code of practice.
■ Planning of a lifting operation including assessing the load, correct equipment selection and assessing the environment.
■ Safe and correct use of common lifting accessories (slings, shackles, chain slings, wire rope slings, plate clamps, eyebolts and hooks).
■ Pre-use inspection of common lifting accessories.
■ Assessment of loads incorporating weight, centre of gravity and safety hazards.

■ Practical pre-use inspection of equipment.
■ Practical selection and use of suitable common lifting accessories (slings, shackles, chain slings, wire rope slings, plate clamps, eyebolts and hooks).
■ Personal safety whilst lifting.
■ Potential misuse of equipment.
■ Completing a lifting plan.

Requirements

None

PPE Required

Can all delegates provide their own safety footwear (Steel toe cap boots), and comfortable working clothing. Gloves are mandatory during practical’s please ensure they are brought with you

ID & Photos

Please ensure you bring a form of ID to verify identity (required by some Awarding Organisations)
A photograph may be required to be taken on the day for ID card issuing purposes
We may also take general photographs for social media purposes etc… If you do not wish to be included in any, please inform your instructor

Allergies

If attending a full day course at our centre, please ensure you contact the office on 01925 21 21 44 7 days prior to attending and let us know if you have any specific food requirements such as allergies