OVERVIEW
Working in confined spaces exposes employees to many potential hazards and risks, which, if not controlled, can have fatal consequences. For that reason, only competent personnel should carry out work in confined spaces. Personnel must have the knowledge to suitably control and mitigate the hazards presented to them; have a sound understanding of the various roles undertaken in confined space work; and the knowledge and skills to implement emergency procedures should the need arise. The correct and safe use of breathing apparatus is taught during this course.

CONTENTS
HSE Regulations
Hazards & Risks within a Confined Space
Atmospheric Testing
Ventilation Options
Safe Systems of Work & Permits
Entry Requirements
Duties of Attendant (standby person)
Emergency Planning
Safety Equipment
Overview & Practical Demonstration in Rescue

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Personnel who require an awareness of working in confined spaces.
All personnel working in, and who carry out duties related to, confined spaces.

STRUCTURE

Both the 1 & 2 day courses include a final written questionnaire to measure and record knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is delivered at NSL's Aberdeen Training Centre in Dyce, although the course can be tailored and structured to suit onsite training at both on and offshore locations.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

PRE-REQUISITES
It is the responsibility of the employer or delegate to assess the delegates' health and fitness to safely attend this course.

OVERVIEW
Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to lifting operations, lifting appliances and accessories. The course also covers planning, risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios to test the theory.

CONTENTS
Updates on current legislation and regulation (LOLER etc.)
HSE guidance
Safety requirements
Planning rigging operations and risk assessment
Practical lifting assessment
Practical lifting exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Delegates who are involved in any type of rigging or lifting operations, especially those who qualified prior to LOLER coming into force.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is currently delivered at one of NSL’s training centres, but can be delivered at the client’s premises.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

OVERVIEW
Working in confined spaces exposes employees to many potential hazards and risks, which, if not controlled, can have fatal consequences. For that reason, only competent personnel should carry out work in confined spaces. Personnel must have the knowledge to suitably control and mitigate the hazards presented to them; have a sound understanding of the various roles undertaken in confined space work; and the knowledge and skills to implement emergency procedures should the need arise. The correct and safe use of breathing apparatus is taught during this course.

CONTENTS
HSE Regulations
Hazards & Risks within a Confined Space
Atmospheric Testing
Ventilation Options
Safe Systems of Work & Permits
Entry Requirements
Duties of Attendant (standby person)
Emergency Planning
Safety Equipment
Overview & Practical Demonstration in Rescue
Packaging & Transferring Casualties
Use of Breathing Apparatus
Multi Exercise Scenarios

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Personnel who require an awareness of working in confined spaces.
All personnel working in, and who carry out duties related to, confined spaces.

STRUCTURE

Both the 1 & 2 day courses include a final written questionnaire to measure and record knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is delivered at NSL's Aberdeen Training Centre in Dyce, although the course can be tailored and structured to suit onsite training at both on and offshore locations.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

PRE-REQUISITES
It is the responsibility of the employer or delegate to assess the delegates' health and fitness to safely attend this course.

NSL has a team of more than 40 Instructors / Skills Assessors, most of whom are qualified and capable of carrying out Crane Operator assessments in accordance with BS ISO 15513 and BS 7121.

Assessment Procedure
The assessment begins with a questionnaire. This enables the assessor to confirm that the Crane Operator’s knowledge is adequate. The Operator is also interviewed to assess their experience on the specific type of crane they operate. The Assessor then observes the Operator performing various practical exercises according to the skills level they are being assessed against. Observation is from Deck Level and where possible, also from the Cab / Operator Level. Feedback is given during the assessment, and also at the end during the debrief, when the Operator is informed of the result. The assessment is only completed when every relevant unit of the standard has been covered.

Typical elements covered:

Stage 1 - Basic Deck Operations Under Supervision
• Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G
• Hand signals and radio communications
• Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions

Stage 2 - Deck Operations Unsupervised
• Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G
• Hand signals and radio communications
• Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions. Also, knowledge of emergency operating systems and procedures

Stage 3 - Deck Operations Unsupervised And Supply Vessel Lifting Operations
• Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G
• Hand signals and radio communications
• Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions, knowledge of emergency operating systems and procedures
• The operator would also be required to demonstrate both theoretical and practical experience of; dynamic loading, sea states, bulk hose operations, wind-speeds and related company and crane operating limitations. Also, all operations regarding loading and unloading of supply vessels

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates about the technical aspects of lifting operations, appliances and accessories. It includes a detailed explanation of the relevant legislation and regulations, specifically the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). The course also covers planning and risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios which cover the performance criteria, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards a competence qualification.

CONTENTS
Current Legislation And Regulation (Including LOLER)
HSE Guidance
Safety Requirements
Planning A Rigging Operation
Risk Assessment
Pre-Use Inspection
Installation Of Lifting Equipment
Correct Slinging Of Loads
Practical Exercises
Erection Of Capital Plant

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are likely to be involved in rigging and lifting operations at all levels including the multi-task workforce.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their training with the new NSL competence-based training programme for rigging and lifting operations. The programme is specifically designed to suit the needs of the UK and international oil & gas industry. This is a joint NSL/EAL (EMTA Awards Ltd) initiative covering rigging and lifting levels one, two and three.

OVERVIEW
This course has been designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to lifting operations, lifting appliances and accessories. The course also covers planning, risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios to test the theory.

CONTENTS
Updates On Current Legislation And Regulations (LOLER etc.)
HSE Guidance
Safety Requirements
Planning Rigging Operations And Risk Assessment
Practical Lifting Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Delegates who are involved in any type of rigging or lifting operations, especially those who qualified prior to the introduction of LOLER.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
This 3-day course is offered as either a stand-alone course to personnel who want to expand their technical understanding of lifting operations or for personnel who have previously gained an NSL / EAL Level 2 competence award and who aspire to further their learning and achieve EAL endorsed Level 3.

NSL / EAL Level 3 pre-requisite | Personnel must gain a further two years experience after completing NSL / EAL Level 2 and complete / record a further six complicated / complex portfolio logs before entry to this level.

CONTENTS
Delegates are required to answer questions and solve mathematical equations relating to the area and volume of simple shapes, calculate the weight of an object, in air and water using density tables and buoyancy factors, calculate an object’s surface area, calculate an object’s centre of gravity, calculate basic trigonometry and draw force triangles.

WHO WILL BENEFIT
It is aimed at Deck Foremen and Lifting Supervisors involved in de-commissioning, subsea and complex lifting operations.

STRUCTURE
3-day theory based, continual assessment course. As a stand-alone course, successful delegates receive a certificate of training. If completed as part of the NSL / EAL competence programme, successful delegates receive a Level 3 competence certificate.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook and course notes delivered to delegates prior to the start of the course to aid understanding and learning.

PPE REQUIRED
None.

OVERVIEW
This theory based course is designed to impart the necessary knowledge of all aspects of mechanical lifting operations including a combination of rigging and lifting and banksman / slinger techniques.

CONTENTS
General Industry Practice For Safe Crane Operations
General Industry Practice For Safe Rigging Operations
Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations
Planning Of Lifting Operations
Risk Assessment
Pre-Use Inspection Of Equipment
Equipment Discard Criteria
Lifting And Landing Of Loads
Controlling Loads
Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at personnel who are involved in mechanical lifting operations at all levels.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Designed to impart the necessary knowledge of all aspects of mechanical lifting operations including a combination of rigging and lifting and banksman /slinger techniques and presentation skills.

CONTENTS
General Industry Practice For Safe Crane Operations
General Industry Practice For Safe Rigging Operations
Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations
Planning Of Lifting Operations
Risk Assessment
Pre-Use Inspection Of Equipment
Equipment Discard Criteria
Lifting And Landing Of Loads
Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load
Presentation Skills
Delivery Techniques
Lesson Plans

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at supervisory personnel who are involved in mechanical lifting operations at all levels, and/or those who may be delivering company based internal training programmes.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Familiarises delegates with the construction and operation of all types of lifting equipment, i.e. appliances and accessories, to allow them to examine items of equipment with confidence.

CONTENTS
Construction And Safe Working Loads
Examination Of Wire Ropes
Examination Of Various Types Of Lifting Gear
Lifting Gear Rejection Criteria
Cumulative Discard Factors Of Wire Ropes
Normal Wear And Discard Criteria
Lubrication And Maintenance

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at engineering, operations and maintenance personnel. Site and base employees who are involved in purchasing, operating and inspecting lifting equipment will also find the course beneficial.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to lifting operations, lifting appliances and accessories. The course also covers planning, risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios to test the theory.

CONTENTS
Legislation / Regulations
HASWA
PUWER
LOLER
Risk Assessment
Management Of Change

STRUCTURE
On completion of the theory presentation, delegates will complete a test paper to confirm knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

PPE REQUIRED
None.

OVERVIEW
Familiarises delegates with the construction and operation of all types of lifting equipment, i.e. appliances and accessories, to allow them to examine items of equipment with confidence.

CONTENTS
Construction And Safe Working Loads
Examination Of Wire Ropes
Examination Of Various Types Of Lifting Gear
Lifting Gear Rejection Criteria
Cumulative Discard Factors Of Wire Ropes
Normal Wear And Discard Criteria
Lubrication And Maintenance

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at engineering, operations and maintenance personnel. Site and base employees who are involved in purchasing, operating and inspecting lifting equipment will also find the course beneficial.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Man-riding with winches has been identified as a substantially hazardous activity, and for that reason, should only be carried out by competent personnel with suitable controlling procedures in place, and with equipment that is designed for that purpose. This 1-day theory and practical based course has been specifically created using one of the latest state-of-the-art man-riding winches.

CONTENTS
Applicable UK And Norwegian Regulations And Standards
Industry Guidance
Alternatives To Man-Riding
Planning, Risk Assessment And Toolbox Talks
Competence
Types Of Man-Riding Winches And Their Safety Features
Associated Equipment
Certification And Pre-Use Inspection
PPE
Harnesses
Connection Points And Tools
Communications
Secondary Fall Protection And Rescue Plans
Safe Operation
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
All personnel who are involved and / or required to carry out man-riding winch operations.

STRUCTURE
The 1-day course includes a final written questionnaire to measure and record learning and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with a certificate of training and a Winch Operator logbook to take away with them, which can be used in the workplace to further develop, structure and record workplace experience and learning.

DETAILS
This course is currently delivered at NSL’s Aberdeen training centre.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
It is an essential requirement that all personnel, including divers, who are required to operate lifting equipment and get involved with lifting operations, are suitably trained and experienced in its safe use. This course has been specifically designed to satisfy the training part of this requirement.

This unique course teaches the delegate about sub-sea lifting operations, the safe use of lifting equipment in the sub-sea environment, regulations, standards and industry best practice. The course covers planning, risk assessment, pre-use inspection and includes complicated practical rigging and lifting exercises both in air and under water in the National Hyperbaric Centre’s dive tank.

DETAILS
The first two and a half days of the course are delivered at NSL’s training centre followed by two and a half days at the National Hyperbaric centre.

BOOKINGS
To reserve your place, contact the National Hyperbaric Course Bookings Department by eMail:
training@nationalhyperbariccentre.com

OVERVIEW
Designed to give delegates theoretical and practical experience in basic slinging practices and controlling crane operations.

CONTENTS
Current Legislation And Regulations
HSE Guidance
Safety Requirements
Inspection Of Lifting Equipment
Calculating Load Weights
Safe Slinging Of Loads
Safe Use Of The Relevant Equipment And Accessories
Controlling The Movement Of The Load
Communication

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at banksman/slingers, crane operators, deck crew, roustabouts, drillfloor crews and others involved in crane operations.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots.

OVERVIEW
Combining these courses into one, allows delegates to complete these two essential courses in 4-days instead of 5 days. The course encompasses the same theoretical and practical content but removes all elements of duplication, i.e. Lifting Operations Regulations, Planning, Risk Assessment, etc.

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are involved in rigging and crane operations at all levels.

STRUCTURE
The course begins and ends with a written test paper, with successful delegates issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their training with the NSL competence-based training programme for rigging and lifting operations. The programme is specifically designed to suit the needs of the UK and international oil & gas industry. This is a joint NSL/EAL (EMTA Awards Ltd) initiative covering rigging and lifting levels one, two and three.

OVERVIEW
This 1-day theory-based course is designed to give delegates an understanding of the depth and quality of content required in the production and completion of
lifting plans and risk assessments.

NOTE
The course can also be structured to include a
practical element if requested.

CONTENTS
LOLER Regulation 8 | Organisation Of Lifting
Operations
Categorization Of Lifting Operations
Self Assessment Cards
Lift Description
Weight Of The Load
Planning Considerations
Step-By-Step Procedure
Rigging Procedure Diagrams
Route To Be Travelled
Rigging Material Lists
Risk Assessment
Theoretical Planning Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
The course is aimed at personnel who are required to produce and / or authorise lifting plans and carry out lifting operations.

STRUCTURE
The course begins with a lecture, which then moves onto the actual planning and risk assessment of two lifting operations ending with a short written test paper. Successful delegates will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
None if only theory is required but coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves are required if a practical element has been requested.

OVERVIEW
This course has been designed to give delegates an awareness of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 NO 2793. To give the delegate the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To reduce the risk of injury to delegates from manual handling operations.

CONTENTS
Legislation And Regulations
Manual Handling And Health
Complying With The Regulations
Overview Of Risk Assessments For Manual Handling Operations
Kinetic Handling Techniques
HSE Guidance And Practical Demonstrations

WHO WILL BENEFIT
All persons involved in manual handling operations, i.e. the workforce.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Manual Handling Pocketbook.

PPE REQUIRED
None.

OVERVIEW
Designed to give the delegates knowledge of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 NO 2793. To give the delegate the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To conduct risk assessments to ensure the risk of injury to delegates is sufficiently reduced.

CONTENTS
Day 1
Legislation and regulations
Manual handling and health
Complying with the regulations
Risk assessments for manual handling operations
Kinetic handling techniques

Day 2
Theoretical risk assessment exercises
Practical risk assessment exercises (visiting a worksite where manual handling may have to be conducted)

WHO WILL BENEFIT
All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give In-house training and presentations on the manual handling operations regulations and assessment process to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling operations.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is currently delivered at one of NSL’s training centres, but can be delivered at the client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Manual Handling Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
None required

OVERVIEW
This course has been designed to give delegates knowledge of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 no 2793. To give the delegates the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To conduct risk assessments to ensure the risk of injury to delegates is sufficiently reduced. To enable the trainer to deliver in-house training to the workforce to ensure the risk of injury from manual handling operations is reduced or eliminated.

CONTENTS
Day 1
Legislation And Regulations
Manual Handling And Health
Complying With The Regulations
Risk Assessments For Manual Handling Operations
Kinetic Handling Techniques
HSE Guidance And Practical Demonstrations
Instructional Techniques
Presentation Skills

Day 2
Theoretical Risk Assessment Exercises
Practical Risk Assessment Exercises (Visiting A Worksite Where Manual Handling May Have To Be Conducted)
Preparing A Presentation
Revision Of The Manual Handling Training Package

Day 3
Practical Demonstration Of Presentation And Instruction
Delegate Presentations
Delegate Presentations Of The Manual Handling Package
Delegate Theoretical And Practical Presentation Of Kinetic Handling Techniques

WHO WILL BENEFIT
All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give in-house training and presentations on the manual handling operations regulations and assessment process to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling operations.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Manual Handling Pocketbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of lifting accessories and manual appliances. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
Current Legislation And Regulations (Including LOLER)
British Standards
Document Preparation
Document Control
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Manufacturers’ Guidance
Manufacturing Processes
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook and Inspection Procedures.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.

Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

The competence portfolios / logbooks cost from £400 for Level 1 and £350.00 for all other Levels. This is in addition to the training fees.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of winches (utility, man-riding, access and davit) and powered appliances. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
British Standards
Document Preparation
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Rejection Criteria
Manufacturers’ Guidance
Equipment Installation
NDT Requirements
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their vocational development with the NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.
Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

COURSE HANDOUTS
Inspection Procedures.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of pedestal and mobile cranes. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
British Standards
Document Preparation
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Rejection Criteria
Safety Devices
Manufacturers’ Guidance
NDT Requirements
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their vocational development with the NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.

Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

COURSE HANDOUTS
Inspection Procedures.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of overhead travelling cranes, runway beams & swing jibs. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
British Standards
Document Preparation
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Deflection Criteria
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Rejection Criteria
Safety Devices
Manufacturers’ Guidance
NDT Requirements
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
Inspection Procedures

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.

Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of forklift truck stackers. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
British Standards
Document Preparation
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Rejection Criteria
Safety Devices
Manufacturers’ Guidance
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
Inspection Procedures.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.

Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

OVERVIEW
Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of containers, baskets and other cargo carrying units. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification.

CONTENTS
BS7072, DNV2.7-1 & EN12079
Document Preparation
Methods Of Thorough Examination
Methods Of Proof Load Testing
Rejection Criterias
NDT Requirements
Practical Exercises

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or co-ordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
Inspection Procedures.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL.

Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module.

OVERVIEW
Designed to impart the necessary knowledge to allow personnel to operate overhead travelling cranes safely, including the safe handling of loads.

CONTENTS
Current Legislation And Regulations
General Industry Practice For Safe Crane And Lifting Operations
Pre-Use Inspection Of The Crane And Rigging
The Safe And Smooth Operation Of Cranes
Initial Lifting And Final Landing Of Loads
Controlling Swinging Loads
Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations
Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load
Lifting Loads With An Offset Centre Of Gravity
Rotating Loads
Tandem Lifting (If Applicable)
The Use Of Hand Signals When Directing A Lifting Operation

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at delegates who have to operate an overhead travelling crane. It would be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training.

STRUCTURE
The course is mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic operator skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

TRAIN THE TRAINER
Completed at the clients’ premises.

OVERVIEW
The safe packing and handling of cargo is a major part of most industrial processes and due to the nature of the work, can be hazardous. This 1-day training course has been designed to supplement the eLearning course and help raise the awareness of all personnel involved in cargo handling operations, whether on or offshore and is based on the latest revision of the “Guidelines for the Safe Packing and Handling of Cargo to and from Offshore Locations” issued by Oil & Gas UK.

CONTENTS
Types Of Cargo Carrying Units (CCUs)
Design Standards And Certification
Offshore Tanks – Chemical / Oil / Fuel, etc
Portable Gas Equipment
Pre-Use Inspection Of CCUs And Slings
Dropped Objects Checks
Packing And Securing Contents
Cargo Summary Tickets / Checklists
Slinging Loads And Lifting Loads
Special Cargo And Handling Tubulars
Road Transportation And Non-Conforming Cargo
CCU, Sling & Shackle Checklist
Cargo Summary Tickets / Checklist (Outbount + Inbound)
Routine Lifting Plan + Risk Assessment
Non - Conformance Checklist

WHO WILL BENEFIT
The course is aimed at all personnel who are involved in, and are required to carry out cargo handling operations.

STRUCTURE
The course does not include classroom presentations. Instead the Instructor sets the delegates physical tasks reflecting the subjects addressed in the eLearning programme to make sure the information is fully understood / absorbed.
Note | maximum number of six delegates per course.
eLearning must be completed prior to practical course.

DETAILS
This course is delivered at a client’s premises who have available:
Various types of CCU along with their slings and shackles
Various sized cargo items and packing materials
Various securing items i.e. container nets, lashings, etc.
Cargo summary tickets / checklists and cargo safety / security tags
Various wire slings, chain slings, fibre slings and shackles
Forklift Trucks

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Safe Cargo Handling Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
eLearning must be completed prior ro practical course

OVERVIEW
Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to abrasive wheels. The course also covers hazards and precautions, and the recommended documentation requirements.

CONTENTS
Hazards And Precautions
Markings On Abrasive Wheels As To Their Type, Size And Speed
How To Store, Handle And Transport Abrasive Wheels
Inspections And Testing Of Abrasive Wheels For Damage
The Functions Of All Of The Components Used With Abrasive Wheels, i.e. Flanges, Blotters, Bushes, Nuts, etc
Correct Disassembly And Assembly
Dressing Of Abrasive Wheels
Correct Adjustment, I.E. Work Rests, Guards, Spark Guards
PPE

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Delegates who are involved in the use of abrasive wheels, and those who are responsible for the changing of abrasive wheels, or those who supervise abrasive wheel operations.

STRUCTURE
The course begins with the standard abrasive wheels course. The delegates will then receive corrective tuition on instructional techniques. Delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The Safe use of Abrasive Wheels Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

OVERVIEW
Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to abrasive wheels. The course also covers hazards and precautions, and the recommended documentation requirements.

CONTENTS
Hazards And Precautions
Markings On Abrasive Wheels As To Their Type, Size And Speed
How To Store, Handle And Transport Abrasive Wheels
Inspections And Testing Of Abrasive Wheels For Damage
The Functions Of All Of The Components Used With Abrasive Wheels, i.e. Flanges, Blotters, Bushes, Nuts, etc
Correct Disassembly And Assembly
Dressing Of Abrasive Wheels
Correct Adjustment, i.e. Work Rests, Guards, Spark Guards
Recommended Documentation Requirements
Instructional Techniques

WHO WILL BENEFIT
All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give in-house training and presentations to delegates on the safe use of abrasive wheels. Also those who are responsible for the changing of abrasive wheels, or those who supervise abrasive wheel operations.

STRUCTURE
The course begins with the standard abrasive wheels course. The delegates will then receive corrective tuition on instructional techniques. Delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The Safe use of Abrasive Wheels Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots.

OVERVIEW
This course is designed to introduce delegates to the principles and equipment involved in modern working at height systems.

Although statistics show a decrease in fatalities from 2007/08, falls from height remain the most common cause of workplace fatality.

In 2008/09 there were 35 fatalities, 4654 major injuries and a further 7065 injuries that caused the injured person to be off work for over 3 days or more due to a fall from height.

Many of these accidents could have been avoided through awareness training and appropriate equipment selection.

This course is the foundation for a 3-part scheme, the elements of which can either be taken separately or timed to run consecutively.

CONTENTS
Access Systems And The Hierarchy Of Risk
Risk Assessment
Anchor Point And Rigging Equipment
Fall Arrest Equipment
Work Positioning Equipment

WHO WILL BENEFIT
This course is aimed at those who are new to industry or those whose employer may require them to occasionally work at height.

STRUCTURE
This course consists of lectures and practical demonstrations. Delegates will be assessed by means of a written paper. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Working at Height Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training.

*Source: Health and Safety Commission - Statistics of workplace fatalities and injuries.

OVERVIEW
This course is highly practical in nature, delegates will experience the whole process of a safe and systematic approach to working at height operations. The course includes the skills required to rescue / recover a colleague hanging in suspension. This is an essential, if often overlooked, function as an unconscious casualty may have as little as 10 minutes to survive in this position.

CONTENTS
The UK Work At Height Legislation
Principals Of The Hierarchy Of Risk
Fall Avoidance
Work At Height Techniques
Selection And Safe Use Of Harnesses
Selection And Safe Use Of Lanyards And Energy Absorbers
Karabiners And Connectors
Anchor Point Selection
Vertical Lowering Of Casualty
Vertical Raising Of Casualty
Use Of Stretchers
Suspension Trauma
Question And Answer Sessions

WHO WILL BENEFIT
The course is aimed at those whose work requires them to work at height as part of a work team. This would include the majority of oilfield personnel who are required to occasionally work at height, for example, painters, scaffolders, mechanical and electrical technicians, steel erectors, riggers, steeplejacks, electricity and telecommunications workers. This course will also be of interest to the emergency services.

STRUCTURE
This course is made up of both theoretical and practical elements. Following completion of the theory element on day one, delegates will be required to complete a question paper. The practical element on day two will consist of introductions to various work at height equipment and demonstrations of various rescue systems used to recover a fallen worker. Delegates will be encouraged to participate in question and answers sessions during these demonstrations.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Working at Height Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training.

OVERVIEW
This course is designed to enable clients to provide refresher training for personnel who have attended a 2-day Work at Height & Rescue Specific course who have been unable to use or train with an NSL rescue system within the last 12 months.

CONTENTS
Determining Safe And Suitable Anchors
Vertical Recovery Of Casualty By Raising
Vertical Recovery Of Casualty By Lowering
Recovery Adjacent To Casualty
Horizontal Movement Of Casualty
Diagonal Movement Of Casualty
Transferring Casualty Between Rescue Systems
Use Of Stretchers

WHO WILL BENEFIT
Those who have completed the 2-day Work at Height & Rescue Specific course, but have not had the opportunity to use or train with the rescue equipment within the past 12 months. This would include oilfield personnel, Scaffolders, steel erectors, riggers, steeplejacks, electricity and telecommunications workers.

STRUCTURE
This course is solely practical in nature, class-work having been covered in the 2-day work at height & rescue course. The course will be structured to provide refresher training specific to the rescue system used by the client.

DETAILS
This course is usually delivered at an NSL Training Centre, but can be delivered at a client’s premises.

COURSE HANDOUTS
The International Working at Height Handbook.

PPE REQUIRED
Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves.

NOTE
When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training.