Course Outline

Introduction to Lifting Machines for Government

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

Technical Operation Principles for Government

  • Basic mechanical and control systems for cranes, hoists, and forklifts used in public sector operations
  • Load handling techniques and rigging basics for safe and efficient lifting
  • Operational checks and correct machine setup to ensure compliance with government standards

Safety Procedures and Personal Protective Equipment for Government

  • Pre-use inspection checklists and procedures for defect reporting in government facilities
  • Selection and correct usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) for lifting operations in government settings
  • Establishment of exclusion zones, signaling, and communication protocols to ensure safety during government lifting activities

Inspection, Maintenance & Testing for Government

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

Regulatory Framework & Standards for Government

  • Applicable national regulations and oversight bodies governing lifting operations in the public sector
  • Relevant international standards, such as ISO, ASME, and EN standards, where applicable to government operations
  • Legal responsibilities of operators, employers, and competent persons in government agencies

Risk Assessment and Safe Systems of Work for Government

  • Conducting task-based lifting risk assessments (Lifting Operation Plans) for government projects
  • Control measures, including exclusion zones, tag lines, and lifting supervision in government operations
  • Permit-to-work systems, lift plans, and competency verification for government employees and contractors

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 implementation of corrective actions within government agencies
  • Implementing lessons learned and continuous safety improvements to enhance government operations

Practical Workshops and Assessments for Government

  • Hands-on rigging and load-lift exercises (live or simulated) for government personnel
  • Group exercise: create a lift plan and present control measures for a government project
  • Final practical assessment and written knowledge check to ensure competency in government lifting operations

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • A foundational mechanical aptitude and familiarity with workshop or industrial settings is required.
  • Prior experience operating industrial equipment is preferred but not essential.
  • An understanding of basic workplace health and safety principles is necessary.

Intended Audience for Government Use:

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

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