Lifting Supervisor

Prepare to take charge of safe lifting operations.

This course gives you the knowledge and skills to plan, supervise, and carry out lifting operations both onshore and offshore. You’ll move from understanding the regulations to practising calculations, equipment use, and safe procedures—so you’re ready to lead with confidence.

Course Content

• Introduction to lifting operations

• Regulations, standards, and the lifting/rigging supervisor role

• Selection of lifting accessories

• Load estimation and calculations

• Hazard identification and risk assessment

• Safe lifting procedures and emergency planning

• Roles and responsibilities of a lifting supervisor

• Supervision of lifting operations and correct use of PPE

• Reading and understanding lifting drawings and plans

• Load computation: sling tension at different angles, centre of gravity, and SWL

• Procedures for heavy and critical (complex) lifts

• Inspection and maintenance of lifting equipment

• Course recap, Q&A, written assessment, and practical exercises

Equipment knowledge:

• Wire rope construction and characteristics

• Webbing slings, chains, and accessories

• Winches and lifting tackles

• Safety harnesses and fall arrestors

• Sling angles, hitches, and offshore crane safety requirements

Learning Objectives

By completing this course, you’ll be able to:

• Explain categories of lifting operations (onshore and offshore)

• Understand the legal and regulatory framework

• Identify and carry out the roles and responsibilities of a lifting supervisor

• Plan and prepare lifting operations, including lifting plans and safe work documentation

• Supervise and coordinate lifting activities

• Identify hazards, assess risks, and correct unsafe practices

• Perform load calculations and assess stability

• Choose the correct equipment for a lift and know when to take it out of service (damage, wear, or expired certification)

• Understand construction, care, and inspection of lifting equipment, including wire ropes

• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance in lifting operations