Course Outline

Introduction to Lifting Machines for Government

  • Types of lifting machines and their common applications in government operations
  • Key components and terminology (blocks, slings, hooks, load charts)
  • Understanding rated capacity and safe working load (SWL) for government use

Technical Operation Principles for Government

  • Basic mechanical and control systems for cranes, hoists, and forklifts used in government facilities
  • Load handling techniques and rigging basics for government operations
  • Operational checks and correct machine setup procedures for government personnel

Safety Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment for Government

  • Pre-use inspection checklists and defect reporting protocols for government equipment
  • PPE selection and correct usage for lifting operations in government settings
  • Exclusion zones, signaling, and communication protocols for government sites

Inspection, Maintenance & Testing for Government

  • Planned maintenance routines and inspection intervals for government-owned equipment
  • Non-destructive testing (NDT) considerations for critical components in government machinery
  • Record keeping and tagging systems for tracking the status of government equipment

Regulatory Framework & Standards for Government

  • Applicable national regulations and oversight bodies governing lifting operations in government agencies
  • Relevant international standards (e.g., ISO, ASME, EN standards where applicable) for government use
  • Legal responsibilities of operators, employers, and competent persons within government entities

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work for Government

  • Conducting task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans) in government environments
  • Control measures: exclusion zones, tag lines, and lifting supervision for government operations
  • Permit-to-work, lift plans, and competency verification processes for government personnel

Incident Response, Reporting & Continuous Improvement for Government

  • Immediate response actions for lifting incidents and near-misses in government facilities
  • Accident investigation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions for government operations
  • Implementing lessons learned and continuous safety improvements within government agencies

Practical Workshops and Assessments for Government

  • Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated) for government employees
  • Group activity: create a lift plan and present control measures in a government context
  • Final practical assessment and written knowledge check for government personnel

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with workshop or industrial settings
  • Prior experience operating industrial equipment is beneficial but not required
  • Elementary knowledge of workplace health and safety principles

Audience for Government

  • Equipment operators (crane, hoist, forklift operators)
  • Maintenance technicians
  • Site supervisors and safety officers
  • Plant managers and engineers involved in lifting operations
 14 Hours

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