CPCS Lifting Operations (LOLER) 2

Question 1

What is the maximum interval for thorough examination of lifting equipment NOT used for lifting persons?

Accepted Answer

12 months

Answer

Under LOLER, lifting equipment not used for lifting persons must be thoroughly examined at least every 12 months, or in accordance with an examination scheme drawn up by a competent person. Lifting accessories (slings, shackles) must be examined every 6 months regardless.

Question 2

Under LOLER, what records must be kept following a thorough examination?

Accepted Answer

A written report from the competent person must be kept and be available for inspection

Answer

LOLER requires that a written report is produced following every thorough examination. This report must be kept available for inspection by the enforcing authority. It must detail the equipment examined, any defects found, and whether the equipment is safe for continued use.

Question 3

What is the relationship between LOLER 1998 and PUWER 1998 in the context of lifting equipment?

Accepted Answer

Both apply — PUWER covers general equipment requirements while LOLER adds specific lifting requirements

Answer

Both LOLER and PUWER apply to lifting equipment simultaneously. PUWER sets out general requirements for all work equipment (maintenance, training, guarding), while LOLER adds specific requirements for lifting operations and lifting equipment (planning, examination, load marking).

Question 4

Under LOLER, what must be considered when positioning lifting equipment on site?

Accepted Answer

The risk of the equipment or load striking persons, and the risk of the load drifting or falling freely

Answer

LOLER Regulation 6 requires that lifting equipment is positioned and installed to reduce the risk of the equipment or load striking a person, and to reduce the risk of the load drifting, falling freely, or being released unintentionally. Ground conditions, exclusion zones, and proximity to hazards must all be assessed.

Question 5

A colour-coded inspection tag system is commonly used for lifting accessories. What does a system of quarterly colour changes help to identify?

Accepted Answer

Whether the lifting accessory has been inspected within the current period

Answer

The colour-coded tag system uses a different colour for each quarter of the year. By checking the colour of the tag against the current quarter's colour, anyone on site can quickly verify whether the lifting accessory has been inspected within the required period without needing to check paperwork.

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CPCS Lifting Operations (LOLER) 2