Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor, designed for operatives and supervisors responsible for overseeing lifting operations in construction, oil & gas, and industrial projects. The program emphasizes legal compliance, risk assessment, equipment inspection, and safe planning of lifting activities. Participants will gain the competence to supervise lifting operations, ensure safety, and prepare audit‑ready documentation.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor |
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| Total Credits | 20 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 60 |
| Qualification Time | 200 |
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Introduction to Lifting Operations Scope, importance, and applications of lifting operations in industry.
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Legal Requirements and Industry Standards LOLER, OSHA, ISO 9927, ASME B30, and BS EN compliance requirements.
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Risk Assessment and Method Statements Hazard identification, risk control measures, and preparation of method statements.
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Roles and Responsibilities of the Lifting Supervisor Duties, accountability, and coordination with lifting teams.
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Lifting Equipment and Accessories Slings, shackles, hooks, cranes, hoists, and rigging gear.
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Planning Lifting Operations Load calculations, lifting plans, site preparation, and sequencing.
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Communication and Teamwork in Lifting Operations Hand signals, radio communication, teamwork protocols, and coordination.
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Lifting Operation Hazards and Controls Common hazards such as overload, instability, and environmental risks, with control measures.
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Pre‑use Inspections and Maintenance of Lifting Equipment Daily checks, defect identification, preventive maintenance, and compliance verification.
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Incident Reporting and Emergency Procedures Accident response, incident documentation, and emergency rescue protocols.
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Builds competence in supervising lifting operations safely and effectively
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Enhances compliance with LOLER, OSHA, ISO, ASME, and BS EN standards
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Strengthens skills in risk assessment, planning, and communication
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Provides tools for audit‑ready documentation and continual improvement
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in lifting supervision, rigging coordination, and compliance consultancy
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Site supervisors and lifting coordinators
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QA/QC inspectors in construction and oil & gas projects
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Safety officers and compliance auditors
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Individuals progressing from Level 2 Award in Equipment Inspection (EQIN‑212) or equivalent qualifications
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical lifting supervision project + viva
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Format: MCQs, applied case studies, hands‑on lifting supervision project, and oral defense
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Total Questions: 60 theory + 1 practical project + 1 viva
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total)
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Certification: Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor (LISP)
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