Introduction to Lifting & Slinging Course

• 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 slinging and lifting operations, 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.

• New Slingers and Riggers: Those beginning their career in lifting operations will gain essential foundational knowledge of lifting principles, correct sling selection, and proper rigging techniques, helping them work safely and confidently on site.

• Lifting Equipment Users: Operators looking to improve their understanding of safe slinging methods, appropriate equipment choices, and how sling configurations affect load security will benefit from this course.

• Site Supervisors and Managers: Individuals responsible for managing lifting activities will learn how to oversee safe sling use, ensure compliance with regulations, and implement best practices to reduce risks during lifting operations.

• Health and Safety Officers: Those tasked with conducting risk assessments and enforcing safety standards will develop a clearer understanding of slinging hazards, inspection criteria, and how to promote a culture of safety around lifting equipment.

• Maintenance and Inspection Personnel: Personnel involved in maintaining and inspecting lifting gear will benefit from enhanced knowledge of sling types, safe configurations, and common issues, enabling better support for equipment reliability and safety.

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

• Risk Awareness: Identify and assess potential hazards associated with lifting operations.

• 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 and Post Use Inspections: Learn how to carry out effective pre and post use checks on lifting equipment.

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

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

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

• Load Considerations: Understand special considerations when lifting different loads, including the lifting of persons.

• Load Weight Calculations: Learn how to accurately estimate the weight of loads.

• Load Rigging: Understand proper techniques for securing loads safely, including the importance of SWL markings, mode factors, and sling angles.

• Safe Lifting: Gain knowledge of essential rules and factors to ensure safe lifting practices.

• Load Types: Identify and differentiate between various types of loads.

• 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

• Roles and responsibilities of a slinger within lifting operations

• Overview of relevant legislation and regulations, including LOLER, PUWER, and the Health and Safety at Work Act

• Identification and application of various lifting accessories such as slings, shackles, hooks, and eyebolts

• Safe selection, inspection, and use of slinging equipment

• Procedures for the safe attachment and detachment of loads

• Practical slinging exercises 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.