An intensive four-day course for planning, managing and overseeing complex lifting operations — legislation, practical rigging, force calculation and leading the lifting team. Completing the APML logbook is what qualifies you to sit the TAP01 technical test.
Who it's for
Level 3 riggers moving up, appointed persons, rigging supervisors, lifting engineers and rigging superintendents.
What's covered
- Legislation and standards — LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA, BS 7121, MHSWR, plus HSE and LEEA guidance
- Duties of the appointed person, and controlling and leading the lifting team
- Communication protocols and supervision on site
- Load calculations, centre of gravity and sling tension
- Snatch blocks and cross-hauling forces
- Selecting equipment for the load, and producing the lift plan
- Risk assessments, method statements and toolbox talks
Assessment & certification
Assessed by both theory and practical evaluation. Successful candidates receive an ECITB-approved certificate, recognised nationally across the engineering construction industry and valid for three years.
Upcoming dates
| Date | Venue | Places | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 12 Oct 2026 – Thu 15 Oct 2026 | Bridgend centre | 4 places | £2,150.00 +VAT | Book now |
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