CPCS A20 Hoist Training
Hoist Training: CPCS Course aims
Hoists are frequently used on a wide variety of construction sites to transport passengers and materials. Usually, they are powered by diesel engines or electric motors that rotate a drum which a wire rope is wound around. Alternatively, they may be hydraulically powered, utilising chains as the lifting mechanism rather than the wire rope.
CITP offer hoist training for the novice or semi experienced operator who are looking to develop and expand their opportunities in the construction industry. Our extremely friendly, qualified and professional team will give you all the information required to successfully complete our construction training course and operate a hoist on any site.
The aim of this CPCS training course is to provide candidates with both practical and theoretical construction plant training to help them better understand the way in which to operate a mechanical hoist. Through the use of these theory and practical training methods and after the completion of the tests, the candidate will be able to demonstrate that they are fully capable and competent enough to carry out the role, following the highest safety measures.
Upon Completion of your CPCS Hoist Training:
On completion of the Hoist training course, candidates will be able to:
- Place the plant equipment in an out-of-service condition, isolate it and secure it.
- Describe the nature of this sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant/equipment operator.
- Name and explain the purpose of principle hoist components, the basic construction, controls and terminology.
- Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other construction site hazards.
- Confirm competency in line with the manufacturer’s requirements as per the operators handbook, other types of information source and the relevant regulations and legislation.
- Check the stability, alignment and all-round safety before use.
- Ensure that the relevant hoistway protection mechanism is in position before use.
- Comply with signals and instructions.
- Check that all gates and safety devices function according to specification.
- Undertake all the hoist's pre-use and on-going running checks.
- Check the emergency lowering functions.
- Load and unload materials following official manual handling requirements.
- Prepare the hoist for the required load(s) and/or passengers.
- Operate the plant machinery to the limits of operation both loaded and unloaded.
- Explain the hoist's working limitations.
Hoist Training Duration
| Number of Training Days Required Novice (Less than 1 years or no operational experience) | Number of Training Days Required if an Intermediate (1-2 Years Operational Experience) | Number of training days required if experienced (2+ years operational experience) | Test Only Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 1 | 1/2 |
Endorsements
A: Rack & Pinion Goods
B: Passenger/Goods Combined
C: Rope Operated Goods
D: Transport Platform
Test
To achieve the Red CPCS Trained Operator Card, candidates must pass both the CSCS touch screen Health and Safety test (within the last 2 years) and the CPCS Hoist Training Theory Test and the Practical Test.
Location
Your Own Venue (Must meet official CPCS hoist training specifications)
How much is this CPCS Hoist Training Course?
TESTING ONLY (1/2 DAY)
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
EXPERIENCED (2 DAYS SPLIT)
Dates on application
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
NOVICE (3 DAYS CONSECUTIVE)
£POA p/p * CITB Grant Available - Please see CITB website or call for details.
For more information on our CPCS A20 Hoist Training training courses, give us a call today on 01189 700200 or use our enquiry form. We will go through your requirements and provide advice on what construction training courses best suit you.