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SUMMARY:Appointed person (lift planner) training (April 2024) CPCS
DESCRIPTION:We are running 6 day CPCS Appointed person (A61) course\, \nThis involves 5 consecutive days training from Monday to Friday\, with CPCS technical test on the following Monday. \nThis course is designed for individuals appointed to plan and manage lifting operations on site. \nIf the A40 slinger/signaller category is already held under CPCS\, then the Crane Supervisor endorsement is also issued upon successful completion of the AP course. \nSpaces are limited to 6 delegates per course. \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of an Appointed Person/ lift planner. \nAppointed Person course content\nThrough a combination of targeted training and experience\, an appointed person will be able to: \n\nLegislative and regulative\n\nState basic requirements of legislation\, regulations\, codes of practice\, guidance and good practice documentation that relate to all types of lifting duties\nExplain the duties and responsibilities of those involved in a lifting operation including: an appointed person\, a lifting operations supervisor\, a lift co-ordinator\, a machine operator\, a slinger\, a signaller\, a lifting equipment installer/erector and maintenance personnel\nIdentify the requirements for basic\, standard and complex lifts\nDescribe the lighting requirements for in and out of service conditions for lifting equipment\nState requirements to be followed when planning the lifting of persons\n\nLifting equipment\n\nIdentify different types of lifting equipment\, and explain capabilities and limitations of each for given lifting operations\nOutline pre-use checks requirements for lifting equipment and accessories\nExplain maintenance inspection\, thorough examination and testing requirements for lifting equipment and accessories\nDescribe setting up\, erection\, levelling and dismantling requirements for different types of lifting equipment and lifting operations\nCalculate lifting equipment point loadings/outrigger loadings\, spreader mat types and sizes from given information\nIdentify ground pressure and support loadings from given information\nExplain the function and use of\, and use information provided by\, RCIs and safety devices applicable to a range of lifting equipment\nSelect the correct lifting equipment for specified lifts\nExtract information from manufacturer’s technical specifications\, duties charts\, range diagrams and other information sources\nSpecify lifting equipment configurations for specific types of lifting operations\nIdentify attachments and ancillaries to lifting equipment.\nDescribe out of service procedures for lifting equipment including locations\, configurations\, and markings\n\nLifting accessories\n\nList different types of lifting accessories and explain typical applications\nIdentify and explain relevant information relating to different types of lifting accessories e.g. markings\, certificates and thorough examination reports\nCalculate sling capacities\, lengths and angles\nExplain slinging techniques for given loads including balanced\, unbalanced and loose\nSpecify appropriate lifting accessories for given types of loads\nIdentify weights and centres of gravity for different types of loads\n\nCommunication\n\nDescribe and specify different types of communication methods for lifting purposes\nExplain factors that determine types of communication methods\, the limitations of each and the effects of poor communication\nState the need to complete a reflective report following a typical lifting operation\n\nPlanning\n\nIdentify potential proximity and underground hazards from given plans and drawings\nIdentify and plan an area\, with exclusion zones for different\, given lifting operations incorporating safe access/egress routes for before\, during and after the lift\nState requirements that allow safe site access and egress for typical lifting equipment\nSpecify the security requirements for specific lifting operations\nConstruct a safe system of work by producing risk assessments\, method statements and lift plans\, including drawings\, using given information\nExplain additional requirements for pick and carry duties\nCommunicate lift plan information to others involved in a lifting operation i.e. lifting supervisor\, machine operator\, slinger etc.\nSpecify positioning of lifting equipment\, loads in relation to fixed objects and other limiting factors\nExplain the definition\, requirements and factors for temporary works management and the effects on typical lifting operations\nIdentify how the effects of fatigue on the lifting team can affect a lifting operation and how it should be managed\nEvaluate and explain how the weather\, other environmental factors\, and the surrounding area external to the lift zone – can affect the planned lifting operation\nExplain how wind loadings and sail-affect areas are calculated\nDescribe notification\, liaising and reporting procedures to statutory\, authority\, and utility bodies when affected by the lifting operation\, i.e. works\, railways\, highways\, airfields\, etc.\nExplain the requirements to be followed when lifting loads from height\n\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/appointed-person-lift-planner-training-april-2024-cpcs/
LOCATION:ACOP Group Limited\, Capel Quarry\, Gorslas\,\, Llanelli\, SA14 7NH
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACOP Group":MAILTO:sion@acopgroup.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240516T170000
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SUMMARY:Crane/ Lift supervisor training (May 2024) NPORS
DESCRIPTION:We are running a 4 day NPORS (N405) crane supervisor course. This course is aimed at those with previous experience in lifting operations. \nSpaces are limited to a maximum of 6 learners. \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of a Crane/Lift Supervisor \nCourse Overview\nThe Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that a lifting operation is properly supervised and carried out in a safe manner in accordance with a method statement/ lift plan. A full description of the duties and responsibilities of a Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor can be found in the Approved Code of Practice for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (L117) and BS 7121 Part 1: 2006. \nSuccessful candidates will gain knowledge and skills in:\n\nRegulations and codes of practice\nSafe systems of work\, lift plans\, method statements and risk assessments\nPersonal responsibilities\nCranes: types and terminology\nLifting documentation\nCrane stability\, duty charts and safety devices\nCrane appreciation and suitability\nControlling lifting operations\nRoles and responsibilities\nMethods of communication\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/crane-lift-supervisor-training-may-2024-npors/
LOCATION:ACOP Group Limited\, Capel Quarry\, Gorslas\,\, Llanelli\, SA14 7NH
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACOP Group":MAILTO:sion@acopgroup.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240523T170000
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UID:5746-1716192000-1716483600@acopgroup.com
SUMMARY:Crane/ Lift supervisor training (April 2024) CPCS
DESCRIPTION:We are running a 4 day CPCS (A62) crane supervisor course. This course is aimed at those with previous experience in lifting operations. \nSpaces are limited to a maximum of 4 learners. \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of a Crane/Lift Supervisor \nCourse Overview\nThe Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that a lifting operation is properly supervised and carried out in a safe manner in accordance with a method statement/ lift plan. A full description of the duties and responsibilities of a Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor can be found in the Approved Code of Practice for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (L117) and BS 7121 Part 1: 2006. \nSuccessful candidates will gain knowledge and skills in:\n\nRegulations and codes of practice\nSafe systems of work\, lift plans\, method statements and risk assessments\nPersonal responsibilities\nCranes: types and terminology\nLifting documentation\nCrane stability\, duty charts and safety devices\nCrane appreciation and suitability\nControlling lifting operations\nRoles and responsibilities\nMethods of communication\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/crane-lift-supervisor-training-april-2024-cpcs-2/
LOCATION:ACOP Group Limited\, Capel Quarry\, Gorslas\,\, Llanelli\, SA14 7NH
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SUMMARY:Crawler crane training (April 2024) CPCS
DESCRIPTION:A 5 day CPCS crawler crane training course (A02). Delivered one to one with instructor. \nThis course is designed for semi/ experienced operators \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of a crawler crane operator. This qualification covers mobile cranes. \nThrough a combination of targeted training and experience\, an individual with the crawler crane will be able to accomplish the following: \nCrawler crane training course content\n\nRoles and responsibilities\n\nDescribe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator\n\nPreparing for work with the mobile crane\n\nName and explain the purpose of principal components\, the basic construction\, controls and terminology\nConform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook\, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation\nExplain all relevant documentation\nUndertake all pre-use checks\n\nTravelling and manoeuvring your mobile crane\n\nConfigure and set for travel\nTravel the crane to an area of work\nManoeuvre in confined spaces\n\nSetting up for work\n\nConfigure the crane for lifting duties\nExplain rigid and re-rigging procedures when fitting a lattice-type extension\nExplain action required for hazards\, underground and overhead services\n\nWorking tasks on the mobile crane\n\nProgramme / set-up Rated Capacity Indicators for lifting duties\nLift various loads using the full radius and slewing capabilities of a crane\nAccurately place loads\nChange falls of rope on a hook block\nMinimise the swinging of loads\nMove loads through machine travel (where applicable)\nMaintain safe working situations\nComply with signals and instructions\nExplain rigging and de-rigging procedures when fitting fly jibs or boom extensions\n\nCompleting work\n\nDismantle the crane in preparation of movement\n\nShutting down\n\nCarry out shut down and securing procedures\nExplain loading and loading procedures for machine transportation\n\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/crawler-crane-training-april-2024-cpcs/
LOCATION:ACOP Group Limited\, Capel Quarry\, Gorslas\,\, Llanelli\, SA14 7NH
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SUMMARY:Agricultural tractor training (May 2024) CPCS
DESCRIPTION:A four day CPCS agricultural tractor (A33).  Maximum of 2 learners. \nThis is a course designed for novice operators. \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of a tractor operator. This qualification covers agricultural tractors. \nThrough a combination of targeted training and experience\, an individual with the tractor will be able to accomplish the following: \nAgricultural tractor training course content\nOutcomes\nThrough a combination of targeted training and experience\, an individual with the tractor will be able to: \n\nRoles and responsibilities\n\nDescribe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator\n\nPreparing for work\n\nName and explain the purpose of principal components\, the basic construction\, controls and terminology\nConform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook\, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation\nUndertake all pre-use checks\n\nTravelling and manoeuvring\n\nConfigure and ready for travel (site and highway)\nTravel over rough\, undulating ground\, substantial inclines and level surfaces with mounted and trailed implements\nManoeuvre in confined spaces whilst carrying loads with mounted and trailed implements\n\nSetting up for work\n\nAttach and set trailed implements ready for work.\nAttach and set mounted implements ready for work.\nAttach and set power take-off drives ready for work.\nExplain actions required for hazards\, underground and overhead services\n\nWorking tasks\n\nOperate a mounted or power driven implement\n\nCompleting work\n\nRemove and store trailed and mounted implements\n\nShutting down\n\nCarry out shut down and securing procedures\nExplain the loading and unloading procedures for machine transporting\n\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/agricultural-tractor-training-may-2024-cpcs/
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SUMMARY:Crane/ Lift supervisor training (May 2024) NPORS
DESCRIPTION:We are running a 4 day NPORS (N405) crane supervisor course. This course is aimed at those with previous experience in lifting operations. \nSpaces are limited to a maximum of 6 learners. \nThe aim of this course is to provide candidates with practical and theoretical knowledge to help undertake the role of a Crane/Lift Supervisor \nCourse Overview\nThe Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that a lifting operation is properly supervised and carried out in a safe manner in accordance with a method statement/ lift plan. A full description of the duties and responsibilities of a Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor can be found in the Approved Code of Practice for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (L117) and BS 7121 Part 1: 2006. \nSuccessful candidates will gain knowledge and skills in:\n\nRegulations and codes of practice\nSafe systems of work\, lift plans\, method statements and risk assessments\nPersonal responsibilities\nCranes: types and terminology\nLifting documentation\nCrane stability\, duty charts and safety devices\nCrane appreciation and suitability\nControlling lifting operations\nRoles and responsibilities\nMethods of communication\n\nFor your reference you can download the relevant questions for the theory test. \nACOP Group is accredited by both CPCS and NPORS.
URL:https://acopgroup.com/course/crane-lift-supervisor-training-may-2024-npors-2/
LOCATION:ACOP Group Limited\, Capel Quarry\, Gorslas\,\, Llanelli\, SA14 7NH
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ORGANIZER;CN="ACOP Group":MAILTO:sion@acopgroup.com
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