Introduction and Regulatory Framework
Role and responsibilities of the Appointed Person (AP)
Overview of lifting operations in industry
Relevant legislation and standards (LEEA, BS, ISO, OSHA)
Basic principles of lifting equipment and accessories
Load charts and safe working loads
Lifting Planning and Risk Assessment
Lifting plan development and review
Hazard identification and risk assessment techniques
Ground conditions and environmental considerations
Selection of lifting equipment (cranes, slings, shackles, spreader beams)
Practical exercises: assessing lifting plans
Rigging and Lifting Operations
Rigging principles and techniques
Sling angles, load stability, and centre of gravity considerations
Tag lines, signaling, and communication
Supervision of lifting operations
Case studies of lifting incidents
Inspection, Maintenance & Emergency Procedures
Pre-use inspection of lifting equipment
Scheduled maintenance and defect reporting
Incident response and emergency planning
Review of lifting accidents and lessons learned
Practical exercises and group discussions
Assessment & Certification
Final review and Q&A
Practical lifting plan assessment
Written knowledge assessment
Feedback and issuing of certification
Assessment Method
Written examination (knowledge-based questions)
Practical lifting plan assessment
Continuous assessment through exercises and participation
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