Lifting technician

Knowledge

K1: the principles of health, safety and welfare and how they must be applied in relation to lifting operations and to others  Back to Duty

K2: the responsibilities under legislation and guidance (including the Health and Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) to undertake the Back to Duty

K3: how to communicate with others and follow organisational procedures to conform to productive work Back to Duty

K4: the functions and basic construction of the crane, the operating controls and electronic read-out system and terminology for the crane including booms, jibs, stability equipment, hoisting equipment and safety systems Back to Duty

K5: how to conform with manufacturers requirements as per the operators handbook, codes of practice, lift plans/method statements, ground loading charts and inspection and reporting forms Back to Duty

K6: the need and how to undertake pre-use checks, regular and non-scheduled maintenance procedures, the sequence of pre-use checks and of defect reporting, and of setting the crane for work Back to Duty

K7: different techniques, methods and safety issues of lifting, moving and placing a variety of loads Back to Duty

K8: how to interpret and apply information for the sequence of lifting operations Back to Duty

K9: how to comply with lift plan specifications and official guidance for the lifting of loads Back to Duty

K10: safe working practices for setting up, configuring, lifting, moving and placing of loads whilst minimising the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area Back to Duty

K11: the different techniques and methods on the moving, handling and storing of resources and equipment Back to Duty

K12: the requirements of working at height and the use of access equipment, and the procedures to be followed Back to Duty

K13: the actions required for proximity hazards (nearby structures) and environmental hazards (strong winds) Back to Duty

K14: the principles and safety requirements for slinging and signalling duties Back to Duty

K15: the need for pre-use checks on lifting accessories, how to identify non-serviceable items and the procedures for placing out-of service items Back to Duty

K16: how to identify centres of gravity and estimate weight of loads for slinging of loads Back to Duty

Skills

S1: Comply with relevant legislation and official guidance (including the Health and Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) when lifting and transferring loads Back to Duty

S2: Conform with manufacturer’s and the employer’s operational and health and safety requirements Back to Duty

S3: Identify the sequence of lifting operations to be carried out, communicate and organise the work with others Back to Duty

S4: Undertake all pre-use checks, configure and set the crane for lifting duties Back to Duty

S5: Programme/set-up and conform with the crane’s electronic information systems Back to Duty

S6: Lift various loads using up to the full radius and slewing capabilities of the crane Back to Duty

S7: Accurately place load whilst minimising the swinging of loads and following signals and instructions Back to Duty

S8: Maintain stability and safe working situations Back to Duty

S9: Safely use, store and maintain and equipment. Back to Duty

S10: Work at height following safety and working procedures Back to Duty

S11: Place cranes out of service, and isolate and secure Back to Duty

S12: Prepare and ready lifting accessories and the area of operation for the lifting of loads Back to Duty

S13: Attach and secure various types of loads to a lifting hook ensuring balance, security and integrity Back to Duty

S14: Direct and guide the movement of loads and accurately place loads using a variety of communication methods Back to Duty

S15: Comply with specific legislation and guidance (inc. Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) when slinging and signalling loads Back to Duty

Behaviours

B1: Effective communication: oral, written, listening, body language, presentation. Back to Duty

B2: Team work: work effectively with others with limited supervision. Back to Duty

B3: Independent working: take responsibility for completion of your own work. Back to Duty

B4: Logical thinking: use clear and valid reasoning when making decisions to undertake the work instructions. Back to Duty

B5: Working effectively: undertake the work in a reliable and productive manner. Back to Duty

B6: Time management: use own time effectively to complete the work instructions to schedule. Back to Duty

B7: Adaptability: be able to adjust to changes to the work instructions. Back to Duty

B8: Assertiveness and confidence: able to resist pressures to work following unsafe practices Back to Duty

B9: Respect: apply equality, diversity and inclusion in dealing with others. Back to Duty