A61 Appointed Person – Lifting Operations

Location:

• 7 Derryneskan Rd, Portadown, Craigavon BT62 1UH, Portadown
• Unit 2, Willsborough Cluster, Clonshaugh Business Park, Dublin, D17 TE84

If you have a crane at your location, we can deliver this course to you on-site.

Duration: 4 Days (This includes 1 day of CPCS Testing)

Who Should Attend:

This training program aims to educate the appointed person about their responsibilities and how to fulfill them. It will also equip the candidate with the necessary skills to interpret and apply sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the BS 7121 guidelines for the Safe Use of Cranes.

Prerequisites:

Pass CITB health, safety and environment test (managers and professionals’ level) within 2 years of the course start date. Meet BS 7121 requirements for crane experience

Course Aim: This course teaches the fundamental knowledge to operate a crane safely and efficiently. By the end, candidates will be equipped to execute their duties as crane operators responsibly and confidently.

Learning Outcomes:

• Observe regulations and Codes of Practice
• Follow safe systems of work including method statements
• Take personal responsibility
• Describe different types of cranes and associated terminology
• Understand crane documentation
• Understand crane stability, duty charts and safety devices
• Observe British Standard 7121
• Appreciate tower cranes
• Recognise the role of appointed persons
• Plan a lift

Assessment method:

• Theory Lessons
• Classroom based exercises

Accreditation:

Upon completing the course, candidates may take CPCS theory and practical tests to obtain a red CPCS card for A61 Appointed Person Lifting Operations. This card is valid for 2 years.