Lifting Supervisor

Lifting operation is one of the common and regular activities carried out at all the construction and operation sites of various sectors of the construction industries, oil and gas industries, etc. Various factors like People, machinery, loads, methods, and the work environment, are important for carrying out correct lifting activity.

Every year, incorrect lifting techniques result in accidents, lost work time, property and it can also lead to disastrous accidents. Large objects can be moved more effectively with Correct lifting techniques while reducing manual handling operations.

The lifting Supervisor is responsible for executing the lifting work in a safe manner on the site. The lifting Supervisor co-ordinates and supervises all lifting activities in accordance to the Lifting Plan as well as briefing all lifting team members (i.e., crane operators, riggers, and signalmen) on the Lifting operation. 

Training Course Content

• Definition
• Key requirements of the LOLER regulations
• State what equipment is covered
• Preparation of the Lifting Plan
• Key duties and responsibilities of Supervisor
• Risks associated while using lifting equipment
• Identifying ways of reducing risks during the use of lifting equipment
• Health and Safety at Work Summary
• Knowledge about the Crane movement.
• Inspection of equipment & site.
• Emergencies actions 
• Requirement of Pre-Use Check
• Knowledge about Load Calculation

Learning Outcomes of Training

• Understanding the Role & Responsibility of Lifting Supervisor.
• Understanding associated hazards and risks.
• Knowledge of Standards and regulations.
• Understanding the effects of the Centre of Gravity of load.
• Appreciating the need for Supervision during lifting operation
• Understanding the need for safe systems of work as well as Lifting plans.
• Documentation is required for ensuring that any risk to personnel is minimized.

Who should attend The Training?

• Lifting / Rigging supervisor and foreman.
• Mechanical Engineer/Supervisor
• People involved in the task of lifting operation
• HSE Officer / Engineer /Manager

Benefits of the training

When you need to keep people safe from lifting hazards, there’s no substitute for training. This training enhances safety awareness among the Lifting supervisor and his team. It helps in improving the safety quality during the lifting operation and hence saves businesses from the associated liabilities.

The modules in this training promote the Role and responsibilities of the lifting supervisor, making aware of the hazards associated with the work and the control measures required to reduce the effect of the hazards. Also, it helps in developing the injury prevention effort like identification of hazards, the right way need for adequate safety measures, effective use of PPE, compliance with legislation, and so on.