• Ensure LOLER Compliance: Meet the requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) by ensuring all lifting operations are carried out safely and that equipment is fit for use.

• Demonstrate Competence: Acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to support competency in the operation of overhead cranes, in accordance with legal requirements.

• Promote a Safer Workplace: Support your legal duty as an employer by implementing safe systems of work and ensuring that personnel involved with lifting operations are properly trained and qualified.

• Crane Operators: Gain formal training and certification to improve skills and knowledge, enabling safe, efficient operation of electric overhead cranes. Learn crane mechanics, controls, and emergency procedures to reduce accident risks.

• Site Supervisors and Managers: Oversee crane operations, ensuring compliance with safety laws and best practices. Learn to manage risks, coordinate training, and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

• Maintenance and Inspection Personnel: Understand crane operation to support effective maintenance and inspections, helping identify faults early and ensuring compliance with safety standards to reduce downtime.

• Health and Safety Officers: Identify hazards, assess risks, and enforce safety policies related to crane use. Ensure compliance with LOLER, PUWER, and other regulations to protect workers and prevent incidents.

• New or Trainee Staff: Build foundational knowledge of overhead crane operations, legal requirements, and safety basics to work safely and prepare for advanced training.

• Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrate a clear understanding of relevant regulations governing overhead crane operations.

• Risk Awareness: Identify and assess potential hazards associated with the use of overhead cranes.

• Roles and Responsibilities: Understand the duties and obligations of all personnel involved in lifting operations.

• Equipment Selection: Gain knowledge of different types of lifting equipment and their appropriate applications.

• Pre-use Inspections: Learn how to carry out effective pre-use checks on lifting equipment.

• Lifting Terminology: Familiarise yourself with key terms and definitions related to lifting equipment.

• Safe Operation: Understand the principles of operating lifting equipment safely.

• Lift Planning: Acquire a basic understanding of how to plan lifting operations effectively.

• Hand Signals: Review standard hand signals used to communicate during lifting operations.

• Sling Configuration: Learn various safe sling techniques for different lifting scenarios.

• LOLER - Lifting Equipment and Lifting Operations Regulations

• PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

• BS7121 - Code of Practice for the Safe use of Cranes

• Health and Safety at work Act 1974

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSAW) 1999

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

• Supply of Machinery Safety Regulations

• Approved Codes of Practice

• British and International Standards

• Harmonised European Standards

• HSE Guidance

• HSAW - Application Outside Great Britain

Criteria Covered

• Introduction to EOTX crane types, key components, and operating systems

• Legal responsibilities under LOLER, PUWER, and relevant UK regulations

• Pre-use inspection procedures and basic maintenance checks

• Safe slinging methods and lifting techniques

• Standard crane signals and effective communication practices

• Operating procedures for lifting, moving, and positioning loads

• Identification and avoidance of common hazards

• Practical, hands-on crane operation and competency assessment

Course Content

• To view the full course content please download the Course Information Sheet.

Each participant must pass a theory assessment to demonstrate a solid understanding of the course content.

Additionally, each course participant must complete a practical assessment of a lifting operation.

There are no prerequisites to attend this course.

Contact Hours Inclusive of Breaks: 7

Total Days: 1

Course Timing: 9am - 4pm (End times can vary depending on course participant numbers and experience)

Arrival Time: Course participants should arrive at 8.45am prompt.

Please ensure you wear safety boots when attending this training course.

For those attending training at the Certex Training Academy, all other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided. However, you are welcome to bring your own PPE if you prefer.

If the training is being conducted at your company's site, please consult your employer regarding the specific PPE requirements in accordance with your company's site safety policy.

For a detailed list of PPE used during this training, please download the Course Information Sheet.

Location: Certex Training Academy

• Minimum: 1

• Maximum: 8

Location: Customer site

• Minimum: 6 (Less people may attend but this is the minimum number of people we charge for to attend your own company premises).

• Maximum: 8

Three Years

ID

Each participant is required to produce photographic ID on the first day of the course. Failure to do so will result in the participant being unable to participate.

Acceptable Forms of ID:

• Photo Driving Licence

• Passport

PPE

Please ensure you wear safety boots when attending this training course.

For those attending training at the Certex Training Academy, all other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided. However, you are welcome to bring your own PPE if you prefer.

If the training is being conducted at your company's site, please consult your employer regarding the specific PPE requirements in accordance with your company's site safety policy.