Skill Development Course
Professional Lifting Operations & Rigging Safety
Develop practical knowledge and skills to plan, control and safely execute lifting operations, including lifting equipment selection, rigging practices, load assessment and workplace lifting risks.
Short Course
Skill Development
3 Days
Suggested Duration
10
Core Modules
Practical
Workplace Focus
Online
Flexible Delivery
Certificate
On Completion
About the Course
Professional Lifting Operations & Rigging Safety
This practical course develops essential knowledge and skills for personnel involved in lifting operations, rigging activities and the safe use of lifting equipment.
Participants learn how to identify lifting hazards, assess operational risks, select appropriate lifting accessories, understand load characteristics, apply safe rigging practices and support effective lifting operations.
- Lifting operations fundamentals
- Lifting equipment and accessories
- Load assessment and centre of gravity
- Sling selection and safe use
- SWL/WLL and lifting capacity
- Rigging and slinging practices
- Crane and lifting operation hazards
- Lift planning and risk assessment
- Inspection and pre-use checks
- Communication and lifting-team responsibilities
Course Overview
Course Type
Advanced Skill Development
Subject
Lifting Operations & Rigging Safety
Level
Professional / Practical
Duration
3 Days
Delivery
Online / Classroom / Blended
Assessment
Knowledge Assessment / Practical Activities
Certificate
SafeQual AB
Language
English
Course Modules
Practical Lifting & Rigging Safety Topics
A practical programme covering the essential knowledge and skills required for safe lifting and rigging operations.
MODULE 01
Fundamentals of Lifting Operations
Understanding lifting principles, common lifting equipment, terminology, responsibilities and safe lifting practices.
MODULE 02
Lifting Equipment & Accessories
Overview of cranes, hoists, slings, shackles, hooks, lifting beams and other lifting accessories.
MODULE 03
Load Assessment & Centre of Gravity
Understanding load weight, dimensions, centre of gravity, load stability and factors affecting safe lifting.
MODULE 04
Slings, Shackles & Rigging Equipment
Selection, configuration, inspection and safe use of common lifting accessories.
MODULE 05
SWL, WLL & Lifting Capacity
Understanding Safe Working Load, Working Load Limit, sling angles, load distribution and equipment capacity.
MODULE 06
Lifting Hazards & Risk Assessment
Identifying lifting hazards, assessing operational risks and applying effective control measures.
MODULE 07
Lift Planning & Safe Lifting Operations
Basic lift planning, lifting zones, exclusion areas, ground conditions, coordination and safe execution.
MODULE 08
Inspection & Defect Identification
Pre-use checks, visual inspections, common defects, damage recognition and equipment withdrawal criteria.
MODULE 09
Rigging, Signalling & Communication
Safe rigging and slinging practices, banksman/signaller responsibilities, hand signals and communication.
MODULE 10
Emergency Response & Lifting Safety Improvement
Response to dropped loads, equipment failure and lifting incidents, including reporting and corrective actions.
Learning Outcomes
What Participants Will Learn
Understand fundamental principles of lifting operations and rigging safety.
Identify common lifting equipment, accessories and associated hazards.
Assess load weight, dimensions and centre-of-gravity considerations.
Select appropriate slings, shackles and lifting accessories for basic lifting tasks.
Understand SWL, WLL, sling angles and lifting-capacity requirements.
Conduct basic lifting-operation risk assessments using a systematic approach.
Apply safe rigging, slinging and load-securing practices.
Understand basic lift-planning requirements, exclusion zones and safe lifting areas.
Carry out pre-use checks and recognise common defects in lifting equipment and accessories.
Apply effective signalling, communication and teamwork during lifting operations.
Respond appropriately to dropped-load, equipment-failure and other lifting emergencies.
Contribute to lifting inspections, incident reporting, corrective actions and continual safety improvement.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for Professional Lifting & Rigging Safety Development
HSE & Safety Professionals
For HSE officers, safety professionals and personnel responsible for monitoring lifting operations and controlling lifting-related risks.
Lifting Supervisors & Appointed Persons
For personnel involved in planning, coordinating or supervising lifting operations and ensuring safe execution.
Riggers, Slingers & Banksmen
For workers responsible for rigging, slinging, signalling and supporting lifting operations.
Engineers, Supervisors & Site Personnel
For construction, industrial, oil & gas and other personnel who manage, supervise or work around lifting activities.
Certification
SafeQual AB Certificate
Participants who successfully complete the required training and applicable assessment requirements will receive the relevant SafeQual AB Certificate.
