The risks with lifting devices requires certificate and a specific drives permit according to Provision AFS 2006:6, section 29.
At Byggsäkerhey we offer authorized and proper training in Safe Lifting.
“A lifting device or lifting accessory may be used only by a person who is closely familiar with the work and has the theoretical and practical knowledge needed for safe use. […] An employer ordering an employee or outsourced worker to use lifting devices or lifting accessories shall have documentation concerning that person’s practical and theoretical knowledge with regard to safe use of the equipment.“
Safe Lift training is required for the use of different lifting devices and their accessories. Training is also needed for signaller and slinger or controller.
The most common causes to lethal accidents are work with machines, fall risks and the risks of squeezing during lifting with heavy construction elements.
Both co-workers and managements must have a good insight in how and where the regulations are to be in best practice.
There are several provision to dictate the terms for work with lifting devices:
AFS 2023:1 Systematic Environment Work
AFS 2023:11 Use of lifting devices and lifting accessories
AFS 2023:11 Temporary person lifts with cranes or forklifts
AFS 2023:3 Building and civil engineering
Participants will experience a theoretical brief regarding risks, safety, laws and standard procedures for safe lifting.
For you who work in construction, industry, infrastructure and scaffolding. You don’t need any prior knowledge.
The course takes a halfday to complete.
1.700:- SEK/person (minimum 4 participants).
We take assignments throughout Sweden and are happy to come to you.
Course arrangement example: Four participants for 6.800 SEK within 50 km from Gothenburg or distance live Zoom. Additional participants are 800 SEK each.
Alternative 20.000:- SEK for full day with a maximum of 24 participants (2 x 12).
Customer provides conference room when we come to you.
You will get an overview knowledge for application regarding equipment, risk assessment, usage, the lifting organization, different type of lifting devices and the requirements of machine introduction and training certificate.
Participants will receive certificate in form of a plastic card.
Are there specific requirements of certification in written form for Safe lifting?
Yes, for lifting devices there are such requirements for competence in a sufficient extent and in addition to that – a written drivers permit. The law also requires a written plan and follow up system for all risks. The risk management for severe risks must always be in written form.
Will my certificate for Safe Lifting be valid for all lifting devices?
The course is what to be required before you start using a machine, and you need a machine introduction to every specific machine and sufficient time to make yourself comfortable using it. If you don’t feel sure enough, read the manual and make sure that you’ll get assistance to work safe.
Certificates for Hot Works (Heta Arbeten®) and MEWP-training are valid for five years. For how long does a Safe Lifting certificate last?
That’s up to your management to decide. If something goes wrong, they can be held accountable for not providing accurate training and safety routines.
Regarding MEWP’s, it’s the certified training thru the Swedish Rental Association that last five years. The concept of Heta Arbeten® do follow the insurance terms, saying that the training cannot be older than five years.
No upcoming booked events but please contact us, there are always opportunities that are not visible on the website!
If you can’t find any possible dates or locations, please feel free to ask. We are extremely flexible with our schedule and try our best to find solutions to our costumers. Contact us at info@byggsakerhet.se.
Would you like a proposal or more information? Would you like to take the course in English? Can’t find a date that suits you?
You are more than welcome to contact Byggsäkerhet Toppnock AB – we will assist you right away!
