CPCS A20 Hoist Training
Course Aims
To provide thorough practical and theoretical construction plant training in operating a mechanical hoist. This will enable the candidate to competently and safely carry out the role and pass the CPCS Hoist training course Theory and Practical Tests.
Course Content
On completion of the Hoist training course, candidates will be able to:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other construction site hazards.
- 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.
- Comply with signals and instructions.
- Explain the hoist's working limitations.
- Place the plant equipment in an out-of-service condition, isolate it and secure it.
Duration of Training Course
| 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 Theory Test and the Practical Test.
Location
Your Own Venue (Must meet official CPCS specifications)
Costs:
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.
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