Loler Training Course
This LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) 1998 Training Course is designed for duty holders and lifting equipment operators to understand and comply with legal safety requirements. The course teaches how to assess risks, select the right equipment, store and set up lifting gear, operate safely, and carry out inspections and maintenance. Participants also learn how to plan and supervise lifting operations effectively, ensuring safety for both employees and employers.
By completing this course, you will gain the knowledge to minimize workplace risks, prevent accidents, and carry out lifting operations safely and efficiently. This training is essential for anyone involved in construction, industrial, oil & gas, or material handling operations.
Course Objectives
- Understand the key duties under LOLER regulations and other related health and safety laws.
- Learn about the main risks involved in lifting operations and how to control hazards effectively.
- Know the step-by-step process to carry out lifting risk assessments, including what factors to consider for equipment and operations.
- Be able to select, position, and install lifting equipment correctly to reduce potential dangers.
- Understand how to plan and supervise lifting operations safely, ensuring all safety protocols are followed.
- Consider environmental and site conditions that may affect the safe use of lifting equipment.
- Learn ways to minimize common risks, such as proximity hazards, bad weather, poor visibility, and working with suspended loads.
- Recognize the importance of Safe Working Loads (SWL) and why it’s essential to stay within these limits.
- Understand the requirements for thorough examinations, routine maintenance, and pre-use checks to keep equipment safe and compliant.
LOLER Lifting Operations Safety Training
Introduction to LOLER Regulations
This module gives a clear overview of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and explains the legal responsibilities of employers and employees. It introduces key safety terms and explains the types of lifting equipment, lifting accessories, and loads covered under the law. Participants will also learn about potential risks during lifting operations and equipment use.
Key Areas Covered:
- Understanding What LOLER Is and why it matters
- Legal duties of employers, operators, and employees
- Overview of related health and safety legislation
- Definition and examples of lifting equipment and lifting accessories
- Understanding what counts as a load in lifting operations
- Identifying equipment excluded from LOLER
- Recognizing the main risks and hazards linked to lifting operations
Selecting the Right Lifting Equipment and Accessories
This module explains how to choose the correct lifting equipment and accessories to ensure every lifting operation is safe, stable, and suitable for its intended purpose. It focuses on understanding the safe working load (SWL), equipment strength, stability, positioning, and environmental factors that can affect performance. You will learn how to make smart equipment choices for different lifting situations, including lifting people safely.
Key Areas Covered:
- How to select appropriate lifting equipment and accessories
- Real-life examples of safe equipment selection
- Understanding environmental effects on lifting operations
- Choosing the right equipment for lifting people
- Ensuring strength and stability of equipment
- Correct positioning and installation of lifting tools
- Importance of Safe Working Loads (SWL)
- Derating equipment for specific conditions
Equipment Inspection, Maintenance, and Safe Storage
This module focuses on keeping lifting equipment safe through proper inspection, examination, and maintenance. You’ll learn the importance of pre-use checks, the role of competent persons, and how to store equipment safely to extend its lifespan and comply with legal standards.
Key Areas Covered:
- Examination and maintenance requirements under LOLER
- What a thorough examination should include
- Responsibilities of competent persons
- Recommended inspection and examination frequency
- How to keep proper records of inspections
- Guidelines for hired lifting equipment
- Daily pre-use checks and routine maintenance
- Derating equipment for specific conditions
- Safe storage practices to prevent damage and deterioration
Planning Safe Lifting Operations and Reducing Risks
Key Areas Covered:
- Importance of planning and supervision in lifting operations
- What an effective lifting plan should include
- Safe location and positioning of lifting equipment
- Working safely with suspended loads
- Attaching, detaching, and securing loads correctly
- Preventing overturning and destabilization
- Managing poor visibility and weather conditions
- Using lifting equipment safely for people
- Avoiding slips, trips, and falls during operations
- Emergency procedures and response planning