Rigging and Fleeting Loads – N047
We offer two NPORS Rigging and Fleeting Loads – N047 training options for businesses in construction and utilities:
Experienced Worker Test
For experienced workers, this test allows your team to demonstrate their skills and earn NPORS certification, validating their expertise in rigging and fleeting loads, lift planning, site safety, and task handling.
Novice Course
For upskilling, this course provides essential training on safe rigging, fleeting loads, and lift planning techniques. Upon completion, they’ll receive NPORS certification, ensuring safe and efficient operations within your business.
Accreditation
Course Duration
1 to 3 days
Based on experience
NPORS Cards
Valid for 5 years
3 years available upon request
Course Objectives
It is envisaged that by the end of this course of training the learner will be able to answer questions on and perform the following:
- Have a basic understanding of the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their roles and responsibilities for performing rigging and fleeting loads tasks
- Have a working knowledge of the manufacturer’s handbooks or guidelines for the equipment to be used and have an understanding of P.U.W.E.R, L.O.L.E.R, Working at Height, Manual
- Handling, Risk Assessment and awareness of British and International standards
- Operate and supervise rigging and fleeting loads by mechanical advantage over, around, through and under obstacles safely in accordance with a lift plan pack
- Perform and participate in a toolbox talk with team and communicate the control measures written within the risk assessment provided with the lift plan pack for a specific task as a supervisory role for basic and intermediate categories
- Be able to correctly utilise a rigging store / loft in a controlled manner and T-card systems for portable appliances and accessories lifting equipment and explain the procedure for quarantine of faulty equipment
- Locate and select lifting equipment identified within the written lift plan rigging and material lists including specific hand tools, access egress items and PPE
- Conduct all pre-operational checks of the equipment, the load, route, and laydown area from within the written lift plan in accordance with the manufacturers and legislative requirements
- Safely assemble rigging and fleeting equipment to certified strong points and load from within the written lift plan rigging method in accordance with the manufacturer guidelines and legislative requirements
- Operate rigging and fleeting equipment safely and accurately looking out for yourself and others by keeping clear of potentially dangerous zones should equipment failure arise during tasks
- Supervise basic and intermediate rigging and fleeting operations safely following the step-by-step method statement in the lift plan pack
- Safely remove rigging and fleeting equipment from strong points and load and return to rigging loft in accordance with the manufacturer guidelines and legislative requirements and site procedures
- Conduct all post-operational checks of the equipment, the route and laydown area in accordance with the site rules
- Demonstrate good housekeeping procedures removing signs, barriers and obstructions used in the task
- Participation in debrief meeting with lift team and discuss lessons learned during specific task
Entry Requirements
Previous Qualification
Candidates must have successfully completed the relevant Rigging and Fleeting Loads training or possess equivalent experience and knowledge in rigging and fleeting loads, and lift planning.
Experience
A minimum of 3 months practical experience in rigging, fleeting loads, or lift planning is recommended.
Age Requirement
All participants must be at least 16 years old.
Language Proficiency
A good understanding of English, both spoken and written, is required to ensure safety and successful participation in assessments.
Course assessment
Theoretical Assessment
A written test covering key safety practices, rigging and fleeting loads, and lift planning procedures.
Practical Assessment
A hands-on test where you demonstrate your ability to safely plan and execute lifting operations, including rigging and fleeting loads, in various scenarios.
Experienced Worker Test (Test Only)
For experienced workers, the assessment focuses on validating your existing skills in rigging, fleeting loads, and lift planning.
Upon successful completion, you will receive NPORS certification, validating your competency in rigging and fleeting loads, and lift planning.
Training Locations
We offer flexible training options at one of your locations to suit your convenience:
- On-site Training: Training can be arranged nationwide at your site, provided it meets the necessary safety and test specifications. Enquire for further details.
Who will benefit
This course is perfect for:
- New operators looking to gain skills and certification in rigging and fleeting loads, and lift planning.
- Experienced operators completing the Experienced Worker Test to validate their skills and earn NPORS certification.
- Businesses training staff in safe rigging, fleeting loads, and lift planning practices.
- Individuals enhancing qualifications for roles in construction, logistics, utilities, or industries requiring expertise in rigging and fleeting loads.
Regardless of experience, this course equips you with the skills needed for safe and effective rigging and fleeting load management, and lift planning.
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