Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) Awareness

Level:

Awareness

Target audience:

All relevant personnel.

Course Goal/Description:

This course provides an awareness of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and their key requirements

Learning Objectives:

LO1 Describe what the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) are and the key requirements

LO2 Identify the equipment covered by LOLER

LO3 Describe key risks associated with lifting equipment

LO4 Outline the requirements of the risk assessment

LO5 Describe the control measures to take when using lifting equipment and safe lifting practices, including Safe Working Loads (SWL), colour coding and certification

LO6 Explain how lifts are planned

LO7 Describe pre-use checks, inspection and maintenance requirements under LOLER

LO8 Outline employee training requirements under LOLER