This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting
equipment. It would also be beneficial to those have no previous experience or have experience but who require refresher training.
Prerequisites
None required
Objective
Designed to give delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of lifting accessories and manual appliances. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme
will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.
Course content
Delegates who successfully complete this course will acquire the following knowledge and skills:
1.1. Wire rope
1.2. Wire rope and Fittings
1.3. Man-made Fibre Slings
1.4. Chain Slings
1.5. Shackles
1.6. Hooks
1.7. Open Wedge Sockets
1.8. Eye Bolts and Pad eyes
1.9. Rigging Screws / Turnbuckles
1.10. Manual Hoists (Chain blocks)
1.11. Lever Hoists (Pull Lifts)
1.12. Wire Rope Hoists (Tirfors)
1.13. Beam Clamps
1.14. Beam Trolleys
1.15. Lifting Clamps
1.16. Sheave Blocks / Crane Blocks
1.17. Hydraulic Cylinders, Jacks and Pumps
1.18. Miscellaneous
Course Handout: The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook and Inspection Procedures.
Please see the below requirements for practical activities to be provided by Client:
• Observation of Manufacturing and Testing Operations
• Testing of Chain Block
• Testing of Lever Hoist
• Testing of Wire Rope
• Testing of Endless Round Sling
• Inspection of defective equipment
• Load cell
Exam
Delegates will be assessed against the Learning Outcomes specified in the Content Section using direct observation and oral and/or written questions as appropriate. Delegates will be required to undertake a written test. The pass mark for this course is 80%.
Should a delegate encounter challenges to meet these Learning Outcomes, RON shall provide additional coaching as an opportunity to meet those requirements.
