Combined Hoist and Harness Training Course (1 Day)

This course covers all aspects of the use and inspection of harnesses in working at height applications. It will enable delegates to select, inspect and use harnesses correctly. This course also provides training for delegates when moving loads by hoist in the workplace. Training is available on customer’s premises only.

Who is the course for?

• Anyone who uses a harness or hoist in any type of working at height application.

Course content includes:

• Employer’s and employee’s legal responsibilities

• MEWPs and harnesses

• Hierarchy of measures for hazard avoidance

• Choice of harness and lanyard

• Testing of harnesses by manufacturer

• Pre use checks and correct usage

• Safe working loads & limitations

• Rescue situations

• Keeping of records

• Employer's and employee's legal responsibilities

• pre use inspection and selection of lifting tackle

• LOLER regulations

• Load Limitations 

• Slinging Methods

• Different types of loads

• Accurate guiding of loads

• Centre of gravity

• Hand signals

Completion of the course:

• Delegates will take a short written test and complete a practical assessment.
• Successful delegates will receive a training certificate & ID Card.