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Safe Slinging and Lifting Appreciation Training

TRAINING AIMS

The course is designed to provide:-

  • An understanding of the theory and rating of lifting equipment.

  • An overview of the legislation as applied to the user.

  • An appreciation of types of lifting equipment and how to carry out routine pre-use inspections

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EQUIPMENT COVERED DURING TRAINING

  • Polyester roundslings

  • Polyester webslings

  • Chain slings

  • Wire rope slings

  • Shackles,

  • Plate clamps

  • Eyebolts.

COURSE CONTENT
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The following topics will be covered:

  • All legislation appropriate to conducting lifting activities – Health and Safety at  Work Act 1974, LOLER 1998, PUWER and LEEA code of practice.

  • Planning of a lifting operation including assessing the load, correct equipment  selection and assessing the environment.

  • Safe and correct use of common lifting accessories (slings, shackles, chain slings, wire rope slings, plate clamps, eyebolts, hooks)

  • Pre use inspection of common lifting accessories.

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Certification

On successful completion candidates will receive a certificate valid for three years. 

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Additional Information

Further information on the training facilities, first aid provision, insurance etc are available upon request.

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If you need any further detail on the course please email hello@youcandoit.training or call 01782 438813

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