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Hoist operator training course

CPCS Hoist Operator Training

What Is a Hoist Operator Training Course?

Dive into a hoist operator training course! Gain the know-how and hands-on skills to snag your CPCS hoist operator ticket. This badge shows you can handle a mechanical hoist – whether for folks or materials – safely and skillfully. Unlike cranes that dance in both directions, hoists soar straight up. They’re the unsung heroes on construction sites, lifting people and supplies with pinpoint accuracy and speed. Isn’t it time to elevate your career?

Understanding Hoists

A construction hoist typically consists of a mast, a winch, and a cage. Moreover, hoists can be powered hydraulically or driven by electric or diesel motors. Mobile hoists, in particular, offer flexibility since you can easily dismantle and relocate them on a wheeled chassis, which proves especially useful on dynamic construction sites.

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Certification and Progression

After completing the course, you will undertake both a theoretical and practical test. Successful candidates earn the CPCS Trained Operator (Red) Card for the relevant hoist category. This initial credential often serves as the equivalent of a hoist operator license. The Red Card remains valid for two years and represents the first step in your professional accreditation journey.

To advance your qualifications and achieve the Competent Operator (Blue) Card. You need to log 300 hours of on-site hoist operation, record and endorse these hours in your CPCS logbook, and complete the NVQ Level 2 assessment within the two-year timeframe. Once obtained, the CPCS Blue Card is valid for five years and is renewable, ensuring you maintain a high standard of competency throughout your career.

Looking for More?

If you are interested in further enhancing your capabilities, we can also help you combine your hoist qualification with a crane operator certification. Our comprehensive training portfolio covers both crane and hoist operator courses, enabling you to broaden your skill set and career opportunities.

Hoist Operator Training Course Details

Our CPCS A20 hoist courses usually take between 1 to 3 days to complete. All is depending on your experience level and the specific type of certification you require. During the training, you will:

  • Learn Industry Roles & Responsibilities: Understand your obligations as a hoist operator and the broader context of this sector.

  • Master Components & Terminology: Become familiar with the construction, controls, and correct terminology related to hoists.

  • Perform Pre-use & In-use Checks: Gain the ability to assess stability, alignment, and identify any safety issues before and during operation.

  • Follow Signals & Instructions: Practice interpreting standard signals and commands to ensure smooth and secure movements.

  • Understand Working Limitations: Recognize load limits, working conditions, and environmental factors that affect operation.

  • Handle Out-of-service Procedures: Learn how to safely place the hoist out of service, isolate it, and secure it to prevent unauthorized use.

  • Address Overhead Hazards: Develop strategies to handle overhead services, power lines, and other site-specific hazards.

  • Use Emergency Lowering Functions: Be prepared to operate the hoist safely even under emergency conditions.

  • Adhere to Regulations & Legislation: Stay compliant with all relevant industry regulations and health and safety standards.

Why Choose Us for Your Hoist Operator Course?

  • Expert Instruction: Our skilled, friendly, and knowledgeable instructors guide you through every step. We are ensuring you gain both theoretical understanding and practical expertise.

  • Modern Facilities & Equipment: Train in a large, well-equipped area with up-to-date machinery, making your learning experience both comfortable and efficient.

  • Flexible, Individualized Approach: We tailor our courses to your experience level, allowing you to start as an absolute beginner. No prior construction site experience or driving licence required.

  • Competitive Pricing: We guarantee the lowest CPCS hoist operator training prices in the UK. If you find the same course cheaper elsewhere, we will match it.

  • Additional Accreditation Options: Prefer an alternative certification scheme? We also offer NPORS hoist training for those seeking a different accreditation path.


Get Started Today

Investing in a CPCS hoist operator course allows you to enhance your career prospects within the construction industry. Contact us now to learn more about course dates, enrollment options, and pricing. With our help, you can confidently take the next step toward becoming a certified hoist operator, increasing your employability and professional value.

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What people say about our construction courses?

Very helpful staff, Mick and Joe are great blokes and very good teachers. Big thank you for all your help and support. I definitely recommend the courses.
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