Inspection Inspecting Shackles and Hooks Correctly
Shackles and hooks connect everything else in a lifting system. Because they are small and familiar, they are often overlooked — until one fails. Shac...
Rigging & Lifting Tandem Lifts: Planning Two-Crane Operations
When a load is too heavy, long or awkward for one crane, two cranes may share it. Tandem lifts are complex because the load each crane carries can cha...
Rigging & Lifting Hand Signals Every Banksman Must Know
When the operator cannot see the load, the signaller becomes the operator’s eyes. Clear, consistent signals prevent misunderstandings that can drop or...
Rigging & Lifting Choosing the Right Sling: Chain, Wire Rope or Webbing?
No single sling suits every lift. The right choice depends on the load’s weight, shape, surface, temperature and the environment. Chain slings Durable...
Careers & Training What Makes a Great Lifting Supervisor?
A lifting supervisor turns a lift plan into a safe lift. The role combines technical knowledge with leadership, communication and the confidence to st...
Careers & Training Preparing for Your Practical Assessment
The practical assessment is where you show you can do the job safely and competently. Assessors are not looking for speed — they are looking for safe,...
