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LOLER Training

LOLER Training helps professionals understand lifting operations regulations, safe equipment use, inspection duties, and risk control, supporting workplace safety, legal awareness, and confident handling of lifting tasks across industries effectively.

LOLER Training

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Overview of LOLER Training

LOLER Training is designed to improve understanding of LOLER Regulations and Lifting Equipment Safety, ensuring compliance in all lifting operations. This course covers essential Workplace Safety Standards and promotes safe practices in lifting operations, helping learners achieve strong knowledge for LOLER Certification Course and professional competence.

Participants gain practical skills in Lifting Operations Compliance through structured Crane Safety Training and Load Handling Procedures. The curriculum supports Rigging and Lifting Safety, emphasizing Risk Assessment Lifting techniques to minimize hazards and improve decision-making during complex lifting tasks in industrial environments.

LOLER Training also focuses on Equipment Inspection Checklist, Factors Affecting Safe Lifting Operation, and Examination and Inspection procedures. Learners understand Reports and Defects reporting processes aligned with LOLER Regulations, ensuring continuous improvement in safety performance and compliance across all lifting equipment operations.

The course was audited and updated on: 11th April, 2026

Learning Outcomes of LOLER Training

  • Understand the legal framework and key requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER).
  • Identify different types of lifting equipment and their safe applications in workplace environments.
  • Carry out and interpret thorough examinations and inspection requirements for lifting equipment.
  • Assess lifting operations to identify hazards and implement appropriate control measures.
  • Apply safe systems of work when planning and supervising lifting activities.
  • Recognise the roles and responsibilities of duty holders, including employers and competent persons.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with statutory inspection and reporting duties.
  • Improve workplace safety by reducing risks associated with lifting operations and equipment failure.

Method Of Assessment​

Learners complete an assignment designed to evaluate their understanding of the course content. The assignment is reviewed by qualified tutors who provide personalised feedback, allowing learners to demonstrate their applied knowledge and skills.

Certification

one education Certificate

After completing the LOLER Training assessments, learners qualify for a CPD QS accredited certificate from One Education.

The certificate is available in two formats: a PDF version for £9 or a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.

EXAMPLE - QLS Certificate 2020 1

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate

Learners also have the option to order a Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) Endorsed Certificate as additional proof of achievement. The QLS Endorsed Certificate can be delivered by post for £89, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

Endorsement

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Why Study This LOLER Training Course?

LOLER Training is essential for understanding the safe use, inspection, and regulation of lifting equipment in the workplace. It helps ensure legal compliance, reduces accidents, and promotes a strong safety culture across construction, engineering, and industrial environments.

Completing LOLER training enhances professional competence in lifting operations, supporting career progression in safety-critical roles. It builds confidence in equipment inspections, risk assessment, and regulatory adherence, making professionals valuable assets in construction, logistics, and maintenance sectors.

Course Duration

The LOLER Training course has a total study time of 1 week 2 days. Learners can progress through the material at a flexible pace, allowing them to complete the programme in a timeframe that fits around their individual availability, learning speed, and study commitments.

Requirements

The LOLER training requirements are straightforward and suitable for individuals working with lifting equipment in various industries. Learners should have a basic understanding of workplace safety and equipment handling. The course is delivered online, allowing flexible access from any device, enabling convenient self-paced learning.

Career Path

  • LOLER Inspector (Lifting Equipment Inspector): £30,000 – £45,000 per year
  • Senior LOLER Compliance Inspector: £40,000 – £60,000 per year
  • Lifting Operations Appointed Person: £45,000 – £70,000 per year
  • Rigging Supervisor: £32,000 – £50,000 per year
  • HSE Advisor (Lifting & Equipment Safety): £35,000 – £55,000 per year
  • LOLER Compliance Manager: £50,000 – £75,000 per year

Frequently Asked Questions

LOLER stands for Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations.

It is a course that teaches how to safely use, inspect, and manage lifting equipment in the workplace.

Anyone involved in lifting operations, including operators, supervisors, and safety officers, should receive training.

Cranes, hoists, lifting slings, forklifts, and other lifting machinery used in workplaces.

It helps prevent accidents, ensures safe lifting practices, and ensures legal compliance in the workplace.

Yes, lifting equipment must be regularly inspected by a competent person to ensure it is safe to use.

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to LOLER
Introduction to LOLER 00:20:00
Module 02: Part 01 - Selecting Lifting Equipment and Accessories
Part 01 – Selecting Lifting Equipment and Accessories 01:00:00
Module 03: Part 02 - Selecting Lifting Equipment and Accessories
Part 02 – Selecting Lifting Equipment and Accessories 00:42:00
Module 04: Planning the Lifting Operation
Planning the Lifting Operation 00:41:00
Module 05: Factors Affecting Safe Lifting Operation
Factors Affecting Safe Lifting Operation 00:24:00
Module 06: Roles and Responsibilities
Roles and Responsibilities 00:16:00
Module 07: Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment 00:28:00
Module 08: Examination and Inspection
Examination and Inspection 00:34:00
Module 09: Reports and Defects
Reports and Defects 00:17:00
Assignment
Assignment – LOLER Training 1 week, 2 days
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