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Course duration: 4 days
No. of delegates: Maximum 4
Objectives:
On successful completion of the course, the candidate will be
able to:
- Identify and explain relevant information relating
to lifting accessories
- Ensure the area of operation is suitable for
lifting activities
- Estimate weights and centres of gravity
- Select appropriate lifting accessories for different
load types
- Sling various loads including balanced, unbalanced
and loose
- Guide various loads and place accurately including
to and from confined and blind areas
- Carry out lifts according to given instructions
- Use different forms of communication
- Keep within safe working parameters
- Return lifting accessories to storage
- Recognise different types of lifting accessories
and their applications
NVQ Requirements:
Successful completion of the experienced workers assessment or novice
training will lead to the award of a CPCS Trained Operator Card
(red). This card is valid for two years and in that time the operator
is expected to complete the required NVQ units, upon completion
the operator will be able to apply for a CPCS Competent Card (Blue).
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