Lifting Operations and Crane Safety Management
Lifting operations combine heavy loads, complex equipment, and multiple people working in close coordination. This course covers the planning and supervision of safe lifting, from routine tasks to complex tandem lifts. Delegates study equipment selection, inspection, and the roles of the lifting team.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Planning lifts from routine tasks to complex tandem lifts
- 02Selecting cranes, slings, and lifting accessories for the load
- 03Verifying inspection and certification of lifting equipment
- 04Assigning appointed person, slinger, and operator roles
- 05Assessing ground bearing capacity and load stability
- 06Supervising lifts and enforcing exclusion zones
- 07Reading load charts and centre of gravity
What you will gain
- Plan lifting operations to the appropriate level
- Select cranes, slings, and lifting accessories
- Verify inspection and certification of equipment
- Assign competent roles within the lifting team
- Assess ground conditions and load stability
- Supervise lifts and manage exclusion zones
Who should attend
- Lifting supervisors and appointed persons
- Riggers and crane operators
- Project and site engineers
- HSE officers
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 23 to 27 Nov 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 15 to 19 Feb 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 3 to 7 May 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 12 to 16 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
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- 5 Days
- Field
- Health, Safety & Environment
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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