This course is to instruct the operator in the correct safety procedures for the loading, unloading and securing of plant machinery prior to or following transportation by road.
Course Summary
This loading and unloading course aims to instruct the operator in the correct safety procedures for the loading, unloading and securing of plant machinery prior to or following transportation by road.
Course Content:
- INTRODUCTION ? Facilities and housekeeping, Objectives, Health and Fitness Statement.
- LAWS AND STANDARDS ? Legislation Health & Safety & Work Act (HSWA) 1974 Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSWR) 1999 Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) 1998 Lifting Operations Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 1998 Work at Height Regulations (WAHR) 2005 Road Traffic Act 1991 Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1986
- RISK ASSESSMENT ? Risk Assessments, Hierarchy of Risk Assessment for Load and Unload, Personal Protective Equipment
- VEHICLE TYPES ? Types of Vehicles
- VEHICLE LOAD ? Vehicle Inspection, Inspection of Item to be loaded, Positioning the Vehicle to be Loaded, Vehicle Inspectorate Plate, Load Calculation, Load Calculations & Positions, Forward Projecting Loads, Rear Projecting Loads, Large Loads, Checks Before Moving Off, Large Loads, Load Distribution, Vehicle and Load Weights
- LOADING ? Loading, Loading Hazard, Grounding Hazards, Crushing Hazard, Winching
- SECURING ? Load Security, Securing Equipment, How to Secure Load, How NOT to Secure Load, Secure Load? (Be sure!)
- UNLOADING? Unloading, HOW and WHY did this happen, Multiple Loads.
- SUMMARY ? Do’s and Don’ts
- ANY QUESTIONS
- THEORY TEST
- PRACTICAL SESSION & ASSESSMENT
- COURSE REVIEW
Each successful delegate will receive an In House Certificate
Who is it for?
You will need
Candidates will be required to bring suitable PPE with them on this course.
Your skill level
All applicants must have satisfactorily completed a recognised Operator’s course.
They should hold a valid Operator’s licence for the relevant categories of plant e.g. MEWP, Forklift, Dumper OR the Employer must provide written evidence of competency of plant operation before commencing the course.
Applicants should also hold a current driving licence for the type of vehicle to be loaded or the Employer must provide written evidence of the candidate’s familiarisation with the vehicle.
FAQs
Do I need to pay for my training before I do it?
Yes you do, you can pay online when you book your course, or call 0845 872 3411 and pay with a credit card over the phone. Customers with credit terms, please call Training Plus to book your course on 0845 872 3411.
Can you cater for students with special needs?
Yes, but as with all special requirements that differ from the norm, please make us aware of your requirements and we will do our best to provide the appropriate support.
Are there any car parking spaces available?
Yes, there are a lot of FREE car parking spaces available in the area.
What accommodation is available?
There are a variety of hotels and B & B’s in the area. There is a list available to assist you with booking your stay.
Am I going to feel safe during my course participation?
Beside the fact that our staff and the environment of the school will make you feel happy and safe, CCTV is operating in most of the school’s areas.
I’m getting on a bit, is it like going back to school and will I feel out of place?
Not at all. A large percentage of our learners are mature students simply keeping up to date with current standards. Everybody is made to feel welcome in the centre.
