• 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.

• Ensure PUWER Compliance: Comply with the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER) by ensuring all work equipment is suitable for its intended purpose, properly maintained, and inspected regularly to prevent risk.

• Demonstrate Competence: Acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to support competency in conducting thorough examinations and pre-use inspections, 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 equipment are properly trained and qualified.

• Lifting Engineers: Gain a clear understanding of the requirements and procedures for conducting thorough examinations in line with UK legislation.

• Crane Operators: Learn how to identify risks and defects, and carry out effective pre-use inspections to ensure equipment safety.

• Site Managers: Enhance awareness of legal responsibilities, safety obligations, and risk management related to lifting operations on site.

• Procurement Personnel: Develop knowledge of the different types of cranes to support informed and compliant purchasing decisions.

• Sales Professionals: Improve understanding of mobile crane types, and key benefits to better support client needs and sales conversations.

• Demonstrate Regulatory Knowledge: Understand and apply relevant legislation and regulations governing cranes.

• Understand Key Responsibilities: Identify and explain the roles and responsibilities of personnel involved in the examination of cranes.

• Recognise Crane Types: Develop knowledge of various crane types and their intended applications.

• Apply Correct Terminology: Accurately interpret and use terminology and definitions associated with cranes and examinations.

• Understand Safe Lifting Practices: Understand the control measures established by legislation to ensure the ongoing safety and integrity of cranes.

• Conduct Pre-Use Inspections: Perform effective pre-use inspections to identify obvious defects or issues before operation.

• Carry Out Thorough Examinations: Conduct Thorough Examinations on mobile cranes in line with current standards and best practices.

• Inspection Tooling: Understand the different types of tooling required to conduct examinations and their proper use.

• Inspection and Testing Methods: Understand the inspection and testing techniques available to form the thorough examination

• Identify and Report Defects: Recognise common defects in cranes and follow correct reporting procedures.

• Complete Documentation: Accurately complete reports of thorough examination and any required supporting documentation.

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

• ISO 4309 - Cranes — Wire ropes — Care and maintenance, inspection and discard

• LOLER - Lifting Equipment and Lifting Operations Regulations

• PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

• 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

Crane Types

• Crawler Cranes

• Rough Terrain Cranes

• All Terrain Cranes

• Truck Mounted Cranes

• Wheeled Cranes

Criteria Covered

• Hydraulic Systems

• Outriggers

• Wheels and Tyres

• Tracks

• Chassis Structure

• Lattice and Solid Booms

• Telescopic Booms

• Winches

• Steel Wire Rope and Terminations

• Sheeves

• Slew Rings

• Hook Blocks

• Braking Systems

• Crane Cab, Instruments, Controls & Operations

• General Safety Systems

• Angle Monitoring Systems

• Radius Monitoring Systems

• Load Monitoring Systems

• Overload Protection

• Man Riding Operations

• Non Destructive Testing

• Control Functionality

• Proof Load Testing

• Risks

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.

They must also successfully carry out thorough examinations of a mobile crane and complete detailed inspection reports based on their findings.

There are no prerequisites to attend this course.

Contact Hours Inclusive of Breaks: 28

Total Days: 4

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: 6

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: 6

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 attend this training course wearing safety boots.

All other PPE will be provided however you are welcome to bring your own if preferred.

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.