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Safe Lifting Operations & LOLER Flashcards

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  1. What does LOLER stand for?

    Answer: Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998

    LOLER stands for Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998. It sets requirements for the safe use of lifting equipment and the planning and supervision of lifting operations.

  2. Under LOLER, who must plan a lifting operation?

    Answer: A competent person must plan every lifting operation

    LOLER requires that every lifting operation is planned by a competent person, with the plan covering the method, equipment, personnel, communication, and emergency arrangements.

  3. What is the Safe Working Load (SWL) of lifting equipment?

    Answer: The maximum load the equipment is rated to lift safely under specified conditions

    Safe Working Load (SWL) is the maximum load the equipment is designed and rated to lift safely under specified conditions. Exceeding SWL risks catastrophic failure of the equipment.

  4. Under LOLER, how often must a thorough examination of a crane or lifting accessory be carried out?

    Answer: At least every 12 months for most lifting equipment, or every 6 months if used to lift persons

    LOLER requires thorough examination of lifting equipment at least every 12 months (every 6 months if used to lift persons), or after exceptional circumstances such as damage or long periods out of use.

  5. What is the role of a banksman during a crane lifting operation?

    Answer: To guide the crane operator using agreed signals when visibility is limited

    A banksman guides the crane operator using agreed signals — hand or radio — particularly when the operator cannot see the load or landing area. They do not operate the crane or attach loads.

  6. What must be considered when calculating whether a load is within the safe working load of a crane?

    Answer: The weight of the load plus all lifting accessories such as slings and shackles

    The total weight lifted by the crane includes the load itself plus all lifting accessories (slings, shackles, spreader beams, hooks). All must be included when checking against the SWL.