Advanced Lifting and Slinging (LEEA Accredited)

This course is specifically aimed at providing crane users with safe techniques for slinging and lifting operations.

Description

The course content is quite substantial and covers the following areas:

• Current Legislation

• Equipment Selection

• Banksman Duties and Signals

• Safe Use and Pre-use Inspection

• Sling angles

• Lifting Operation Planning

• Load Calculations

• Risk Assessments

• Sling Configurations

• Load Security

Each course delegate will be expected to complete a short theory test and practical examination to demonstrate a good understanding of the course contents. If successful, a certificate will be issued. This will help the Employer to address certain legal requirements by being able to demonstrate employee competency. A detailed course handout is also provided for future reference.

Duration

• The standard course is intended to last 2 days.
• Bespoke courses can also be discussed upon application.

LEEA Certified Course

• The content of this course and the standard of instruction has been approved by the Lifting Equipment Engineers Association (LEEA). 
• A certificate will be issued by LEEA on successful completion of the course.

Prerequisites

• Course Participants should have a basic understanding of slinging and lifting operations.

What participants need to bring

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 attend. 

• If this course is held at a Certex UK location, participants will require safety footware

• If the course is to be held on a Client’s site, additional PPE may also be required as specified by the Client’s site safety rules