Practical Lifting and Slinging Beneath the Hook

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Course Overview

This course is designed for those who intend to conduct safe practical lifting operations and for managers who need to plan lifting activities. Delegates will gain hands on experience in the use of lifting equipment and develop a solid understanding of correct equipment selection and load assessment.

During the course delegates will carry out lifting operations to demonstrate their understanding of safe practice. This provides an insight into each delegate’s ability to operate safely, though it is not possible to fully recreate real working conditions.

The day is divided into two sessions:
Morning Session Safe Slinging and Lifting Appreciation (theory foundation and pre use inspection)
Afternoon Session Practical Lifting and Slinging Beneath the Hook

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Course Content

The following topics will be covered:

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  Assessment of loads, including weight, centre of gravity and safety hazards

  
  


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  Practical pre use inspection of lifting equipment

  
  


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  Practical selection and use of common lifting accessories, including slings, shackles, chain slings, wire rope slings, plate clamps, eyebolts and hooks

  
  


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  Personal safety during lifting operations

  
  


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  Identifying potential misuse of equipment

  
  


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  Completing a lifting plan

  
  

Equipment Covered During Training:

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  Polyester roundslings

  
  


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  Polyester webslings

  
  


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  Chain slings

  
  


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  Wire rope slings

  
  


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  Shackles

  
  


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  Plate clamps

  
  


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  Eyebolts

  
  


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  Hooks

  
  

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Who Should Attend?

Individuals who use or plan lifting equipment as part of their role and require practical experience in safe lifting techniques. It is also suitable for supervisors and managers responsible for lifting operations.