What to expect
This course is designed to create “Internal Company Authorised Inspector” (I.C.A.I).
The candidates selected to attend this course will be made aware of the criteria for Lifting (accessories) Equipment Inspections. The aim is to supply all the knowledge and skill of how to inspect, record and compile a register of lifting accessories within their working environment.
To qualify to attend this course, all candidates must meet the minimum requirements. They must have, and be able to prove, the necessary skills and knowledge of crane operations. They must have worked with or been involved with lifting accessories/equipment of various types.
All candidates will be assisted in their studies by our highly-experienced instructors/examiners who will deliver several safety lectures. These lectures will be given over a period of three days, by means of, power point presentations, visual aids and group discussions. An abundance of literature will be made available pertaining to the identification and inspection of a variety of lifting accessories/equipment.
All successful candidates will be awarded a certificate of competence, verifying their skill and ability. This certification can be used as evidence and a record of their training.
What you'll learn
At the end of this course, it is envisaged that candidates will have the underpinning knowledge and understanding of Lifting Equipment Inspections. The following list highlights some of the main points covered.
Course Content:
- Legislation
- The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- Powers of the Inspectorate
- The Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (an overview)
- The Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (an overview)
- British Standard Specification
Methods
- The methods of Inspection of Lifting Equipment
- The rejection criteria for Lifting Equipment Inspection
- The relationship between Proof Load and Safe Working Load
- The requirements of Test Certificates and Registers
Materials
- Identification of Materials and Quality Marks
- Stress Strain Elongation and Permanent Set in Lifting
- Equipment
Lifting Equipment Thorough Examination
- Chain – Wear, Stretch and Corrosion- Replacement of Parts
- Wire Rope – Wear, Stretch, Corrosion, Broken Wires
- Fibre Ropes
- Eyebolts and Shackles
- Hooks and Rings
- Chain Sling Assembly
- Manual Chain Blocks
- Lever Hoists
- Jacks: Defamation, wear
- Harnesses and Lanyards
Visual Inspection
- Chain blocks –lever hoists
Systems
- Tag System
- Colour Coding System
- Quarantine System
Methods of Testing
- Proof Load Testing
- Determining Safe Working Load
- Factors of Safety
- Destructive and Non-destructive Testing
- The Role of the Competent Person
- Vernier Calipier (Manual and Digital)
Reporting Procedures
- Lifting Equipment Registers
- Test Certificates
Assessment
On the last day, each candidate will undergo an examination to show their knowledge and understanding of Lifting Equipment Inspections by completing both a theoretical and practical assessment.
The practical examination will be conducted in a one-to-one assessment when the candidate will be asked to inspect several types of lifting equipment, take the appropriate action and record their findings in the correct manner.
They are two theoretical question papers, which will consist of both multi-choice and open questions.
The course will take:
3 days
Up to 6 candidates per course;
Experience must be proved prior to candidates attending this course
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