This course is designed for those responsible for preparing and slinging regular loads using lifting gear and working load limit (WLL) tables.

Key Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, hazard control, and lift planning.
• Controlling load hazards, potential hazards, and risks.
• Explain lift planning concerning the people actively involved in the lift and the people in the area of operations.
• Describe lifting equipment in relation to its type, purpose and use.
• Tie knots using natural or synthetic ropes to control loads.
• Identify the recognised stop signal,  per the Approved Code of Practice, that is used to communicate with a crane operator during a lift.

Numeracy and Literacy: All students must have the ability to write, speak and understand basic English to complete the assessments. less