The Role of Training in Safe Lifting

Empowering Workers, Minimising Risk, and Maximising Uptime

Workplace safety begins with competence. In the lifting industry, that means knowing not just what to do — but why, when, and how to do it safely and efficiently. At Safe Lifting Australia, we believe training is not an optional extra — it’s the foundation of a strong safety culture.

Why Training Matters in Lifting Operations

📊 According to Safe Work Australia, insufficient training is a key contributing factor in many lifting-related injuries and incidents.

Whether it's a crane operator misjudging a lift, a rigger using worn slings, or a dogman failing to identify a swing load — these situations are avoidable with proper training.

Key Benefits of Competency-Based Training:

• ✅ Reduced risk of injury and WHS incidents

• ✅ Lower downtime caused by equipment misuse or failures

• ✅ Better planning and lift execution

• ✅ Improved lifespan of equipment through proper use

• ✅ Reduced maintenance costs by identifying faults early

• ✅ Legal protection through competency documentation

• ✅ Faster emergency response with trained personnel

Safe Lifting Australia's Training Programs

We deliver nationally recognised and industry-based training aligned to Australian Standards such as AS2550, AS1418, AS3775, AS4991, and best practices under DNV and API.

🧠 Available Training Courses:

• Rigging Inspector Training – 2-day course covering visual inspections, compliance tagging, and fault identification for slings, shackles, lifting beams, and more.

• Crane Inspector Training – In-depth training on overhead, jib, gantry, and monorail cranes including major assessment triggers and compliance checks.

• Competent Person Awareness Training – For mine sites and maintenance staff responsible for daily/weekly/monthly lifting gear checks.

• Custom Site-Based Awareness Sessions – Toolbox talks, NDT explanation sessions, rigging setup reviews and more.

📍 Delivered in Perth, Karratha, Hobart, and on-site Australia-wide.

Cost Savings Through Competence

Untrained staff can misdiagnose equipment issues or overlook faults — leading to:

• Expensive breakdowns 💸

• Failed inspections 🚫

• Costly rework 🔧

• Even worse, injuries or regulatory fines ⚠️

Training your team empowers them to:

• Recognise when inspections are due

• Follow correct lifting procedures

• Log faults early before they become failures

• Understand and apply AS and OEM compliance requirements

“A trained worker doesn’t just follow procedures — they understand the consequences of getting it wrong.”

Build a Safer, Smarter Team Today

📆 Courses run monthly or on demand
🧾 $1000 + GST for Rigging Inspector Training (2 days)
📞 Book at 1300 141 109 or Request Training Info