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1 2011Directory have you seen the big picture? Safety Materials Online Learning Practical Competence Programmes Mechanical Handling Services

2 INDEX Creating A Winning Safety Culture 4 Safety Awareness Materials 5-9 Handbooks Safety Films - DVDs Safety Awareness Posters Elearning EBook LIbrary 16 Safety Awareness Campaigns Practical Technical Director s Statement Practical Course Index 20 Course Descriptions, Dates & Prices Including our latest man-riding winch training course using the new state-of-the-art THERN man-riding winch Crane Operator Assessment 52 Competence Programmes

3 Index 2 of 2 INDEX Competence In Lifting Equipment Certification 56 UK Centre & International Centres The World NSL/EAL Levels 1&2 ( Caspian ) available in the Caspian via our new alliance with RigMarine Mechanical Handling Services Independent Technical Reviews & Appraisals Engineering Design & Rigging Supervision Services Provision of Management Facilities & Services The Site Competent Person / Technical Authority Safe Operating Procedures Lifting Equipment Control and Operation Procedures ( LECOP ) Safety Hardware Working at Height Rescue Kits Hands-free Lifting - Push / Pull Poles 3

4 Creating A Winning Safety Culture For over 20 years we have been considered to be the leading provider of Services and Teaching Documents to the majority of International Oil Operators, Service Companies and Major Contractors worldwide. Our success is due to sticking to what we are best at and doing it well. We liaise with Government Health & Safety Departments internationally and produce user-friendly procedural documents, training aids and training courses to help companies comply with legislation, regulations and industry safety standards. The safety culture in the Oil & Gas Industry is a very important issue, and our services are increasingly in demand overseas. We regularly supply training to all of the high activity global oil regions. In addition to training and onsite coaching at clients facilities, we also operate training centres in various international locations. OVER 20 YEARS IN BUSINESS 4

5 All Images and Content NSL 2009 International English Edition +44(0) Safety Awareness Products Safety Awareness MATERIALS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook International English 10th Edition Don t Take Short-cuts Taking short-cuts with safety... Designed & Produced by NSL... can have drastic results! Standard NSL Materials We offer safety awareness materials and training packages to all industries, whether the operation is lifting a load on an oil rig installation, working at height on a power or telecommunication mast, a wind farm generator, or simply carrying building materials on a construction site, we can help you reduce the risks. NSL Safety Awareness & Materials NSL Safety Awareness & Materials A little prior planning saves time and effort. General Safety Safety Awareness Posters (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com Our industrial safety awareness materials include: Handbooks Safety Films DVDs Safety Awareness Posters All documents are offered in a variety of languages including UK English, American English, Arabic, Urdu, Portuguese, Spanish, French & Russian. Custom NSL Materials Our highly experienced Technical Authors working alongside our in-house Graphic Design department can write and produce new materials designed specifically around your needs. We regularly produce client specific handbooks, posters and training courses. Either written from scratch, or interpreting and simplifying complex company procedures & policies into easily understood documents. 5

6 HANDBOOKS International Safety Awareness Materials Our handbooks are convenient, pocket-size (A6) books packed with safety information allowing for on-thespot checking of safe practice. Widely used and applicable to all areas in the oil & gas and the construction industries, our books are regarded as industry standard. Subjects Available Rigging & Lifting 20 Working at Height 20 Safe Cargo Handling - Good & Bad Practice 15 Crane Operations & Cargo Handling 15 Manual Handling 6 Falls & Falling Objects 6 Injuries to Fingers & Hands 6 Electrical Safety 6 The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook International English 10th Edition The International Safe Cargo Handling Good & Bad Practice Handbook International English 3rd Edition The contents of this book highlight the most common causes of accidents involving fingers and hands and addresses how best to avoid them. This pocketbook should be used to enhance safety awareness. The International Crane Operations & Cargo Handling Handbook International English 10th Edition Written, designed & published by NSL Ltd Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com The International Injuries to Fingers & Hands Pocketbook International English 4th Edition ISBN NSL 1996 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials NSL Safety Awareness & Materials The International Injuries to Fingers & Hands Pocketbook FPAL NSL Safety Awareness & Materials NSL Safety Awareness & Materials NSL Safety Awareness & Materials box sets are available Handbooks are zero rated for vat. All other NSL Materials are subject to vat. 6

7 DVDs International Safety Awareness Materials Our Safety Awareness DVDs emphasise good practice and provide guidance on safety in an entertaining and thorough way. Offering minutes of viewing, a well-known TV personality is used, in often humorous situations, to reinforce the message. Subjects Available Rigging & Lifting 150 Crane Operations & Cargo Handling 150 Manual Handling 150 Falls & Falling Objects 150 Injuries to Fingers & Hands 150 All 5 subjects are available separately in a choice of 3 language discs: Disc One UK English, French, Urdu & Arabic Disc Two US English, Russian, Portuguese & Spanish Disc Three Turkish Rigging & Lifting Tackling the Lift DVD Video Language Disc One doing it safely : featuring andy gray getting it right : featuring andy gray 1 NSL 2003 uk english french urdu arabic ten green bottles : featuring andy gray things that go bump from a height : feat uk english uk english french french urdu urdu arabic arabic NSL 2003 NSL 2003 dvd version dvd version dvd version crane operations manual & cargo handling handling injuries to falls&falling fingers & hands objects NSL Safety Awareness & Materials 7

8 All Images and Content NSL 2009 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials Designed & Produced by NSL International English Edition +44 (0) NSL Safety Awareness & Materials International English Edition Designed & Produced by NSL +44 (0) All Images and Content NSL 2009 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials International English Edition Designed & Produced by NSL +44 (0) (0) Safety Awareness Products POSTERS International Safety Awareness Materials Our durable posters are supplied full colour, A3. Each show safe techniques, common problems, accidents and their causes. All are full of humour and eye-catching with the use of cartoon figures to promote valuable messages about safety in the workplace. Price includes customisation with your company logo. Our standard posters can be purchased individually for 4 each. Subjects Available Rigging & Lifting : 26 in set 104 LOLER : 6 in set 24 Subsea Rigging : 10 in set 40 Working at Height : 24 in set 96 Safe Cargo Handling O+G UK : 36 in set 144 Crane Operations & Cargo Handling : 36 in set 144 Man Riding Winch Signals : 1 in set 4 Manual Handling : 16 in set 64 Designed & Produced by NSL Keep all loose items (and hair) clear of descenders... Manual Handling (Hotel & Bar Trade) : 12 in set 48 Manual Handling (Marine Series) : 14 in set 56 Manual Handling (Marine Vessels) : 8 in set 32 Manual Handling (Paper Making Industry) : 16 in set Manual Handling (Postal & Packaging Services, Warehousing & Transport Industries) : 14 in set more on the next page you don t want to be this caught up in your work! Isolations Always isolate machinery... Always watch out for others around you... All Images and Content NSL 2009 Working at Height Safety Awareness Posters 18 International English Edition When metal meets flesh and bone... NSL Safety Awareness & Materials +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com there's no contest!... before removing safety guards.... although you're well protected, they might not be! Hand Held Grinders Safety Awareness Posters 9 (Always keep your fingers clear) General Safety Safety Awareness Posters 10 Injuries to Fingers & Hands Safety Awareness Posters 4 8

9 All Images and Content NSL 2009 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials International English Edition Designed & Produced by NSL +44 (0) NSL Safety Awareness & Materials International English Edition Designed & Produced by NSL +44 (0) All Images and Content NSL 2009 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials International English Edition Designed & Produced by NSL +44 (0) (0) POSTERS International Safety Awareness Materials Our durable posters are supplied full colour, A3. Each show safe techniques, common problems, accidents and their causes. All are full of humour and eye-catching with the use of cartoon figures to promote valuable messages about safety in the workplace. Price includes customisation with your company logo. Our standard posters can be purchased individually for 4 each. Subjects Available Falls & Falling Objects : 24 in set 96 Injuries to Fingers & Hands : 12 in set 48 Confined Space & Vessel Entry : 10 in set 40 Electrical Safety : 24 in set 96 Accidents at Home : 1 in set 4 Forklift Trucks : 12 in set 48 Hydrocarbon Release : 6 in set 24 Mobile Crane Operations : 10 in set 40 Mis-use of Air Lift Bags Using air lift bags can be hazardous Designed & Produced by NSL Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) : 8 in set 32 Standard Crane Hand Signals : 1 in set 4 Hand-Held Grinders : 12 in set 48 Industrial House-Keeping : 8 in set 32 General Safety : 16 in set 64 Lifting Equipment Legislation Matrix : 1 in set 4 Hands-Free Lifting / Safe Use of Taglines : 12 in set 48 All Images and Content NSL 2009 NEVER mis-use or abuse them! Always switch off copiers before opening... When lifting with eyebolts in pairs, always use two sling legs... Never use your hands to hold rigging in place... Subsea Rigging Safety Awareness Posters 6 International English Edition NSL Safety Awareness & Materials +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com use Push / Pull Pole to avoid trapped hands and fingers... if you want to keep your two legs! Hands-Free Lifting Safety Awareness Posters 2...and remember to give them time to cool! Rigging & Lifting Safety Awareness Posters 17 Electrical Safety Safety Awareness Posters 17 9

10 elearning An Overview Introduction elearning is an extremely efficient way to train and learn. NSL elearning allows individuals to learn at their own pace, to pause at any point to take notes from the on-screen course notes or stop at a convenient part in the course, then return to it at a later date. Courses can be custom designed for individual companies by adapting one of the existing NSL courses, by taking a course the company has in place already and developing it for online delivery, or by creating brand new bespoke courses. Take Full Control Our Learning Management System (LMS) gives you full control of your learners training. The Administration area lets you fully manage your learners online training requirements from any computer with internet access. Online Delivery If you have internet access, the web is by far the easiest and most efficient way to deliver and manage our elearning. Both administrators and learners have full control via the web. Administrators can add new learners and assign courses from any computer with internet access. Broadband is preferable for learners, but if access speeds are slow, audio can be switched off to dramatically speed things up. CD Delivery Where internet access is not available, we can deliver elearning courses on CD. These discs can be distributed directly to the learners or to their administrator. Each disc contains the names and login details of the preregistered learners. Courses Available Rigging & Lifting Safety Awareness An Introduction to LOLER Injuries to Fingers & Hands OGUK Cargo Handling Guidelines Module 1 : General Cargo Handling OGUK Cargo Handling Guidelines Module 2 : Transport of Dangerous Goods & Waste Management Working at Height Safe Use of Hand Grinders Falls & Falling Objects Transportation of Dangerous Goods Transportation of Dangerous Goods By Air Confined Space / Vessel Entry Safe Cargo Handling Office Safety We can also build custom courses to suit any training programme or induction process. 10

11 elearning Taking a Course Login From first login, the site is designed to be simple and intuitive to use. When you enter your unique username and password, you are automatically taken to your personalised homepage. Learn The course slides are clear and informative. There is a full audio voiceover on every slide. The control panel on the right allows you to skip forward, back, pause your slide, and mute the audio. You can also read the transcript of the audio on this panel. Assessment Courses are broken down into a series of short parts, each ending with a selection of test questions. All the information required to answer the questions can be found within the slides. Certificate Congratulations, you have successfully completed your course. Your certificate will be stored online permanently. Go to your Course History page where you can view and print all your previously completed, and latest course certificates. 11

12 elearning Learners Questions How much computer experience is required? Very little. Our courses are very intuitive to navigate. They are designed to guide even the most inexperienced user through with ease. Will I require any special equipment or software? No. All you need is a computer preferably, with internet access. Can I access my course from other locations? Yes. Our elearning can be accessed from any online computer; whether onsite, offshore, in the office, at home, or in our elearning Suite where courses are conducted in a controlled environment. How long will it take to complete a course? The duration of courses will vary depending on several factors; how quickly you take in the information, course subject, etc. As a guide, 2-4hrs should be enough time for most courses. Will I get a certificate? Yes. On successful completion of a training course you will receive an electronic certificate. All the certificates you gain will be permanently stored on the database where you can view and print them at any time. 12

13 elearning Administrators Questions How much does it cost? Cost depends on the quantity of credits purchased. Prices start at 40 per credit and are reduced as quantities increase. What are credits? Courses are bought as Credits. One credit = one course. When a course is assigned to a user, one credit is deducted from your account. You can add as many users as you like, credits will not be deducted until courses are assigned. Other costs? There are no other costs for NSL elearning courses. We do not charge for storing course and learner data, administering learners, adding learners, or generating certificates. Once you ve purchased your credits you will have free access to our Learning Management System. NSL Learning Management System? Our online LMS will allow you to add new learners, assign courses to them, check their progress, view their course history and print certificates. Customising & building courses? Our in-house team of Designers and Technical Authors can easily adapt our courses or develop new courses to suit your training requirements. 13

14 elearning Administering Your Learners Create New Learners To create a new learner account just enter their details into the online form. Alternatively, if you have a lot of learners to create, you can save time by sending us a spreadsheet with the names. We can import them into the system for you. Assign Courses to Learners Assigning a course to a learner is as simple as one click. You can assign as many courses to a learner at one time as you wish. Courses can be unassigned the same way. However, once a learner has started the course it cannot be unassigned. When learners are assigned a new course, they can be informed automatically by . Learners Course History Each Learner s History lists all the courses assigned to them. It shows: Courses that have not yet been started by the learner. Courses the learner has in progress; including the last time the learner logged in. A full list of the courses the learner has successfully completed. Course Statistics From the Learner s History you can view the statistics of each course the learner has completed. Details include: Number of attempts taken to complete each part; and the date of each attempt. Time taken to complete each part. Total time taken to complete the course. 14

15 elearning Administering Your Learners Learners Certificates Printable Certificates of all successfully completed courses are stored with each learner s history. Search Learners Manage your learners easily with this search facility. Find them, update their details, view their course history and assign new courses. Search by Course Now you can easily manage your training campaign. Search for the progress of learners by the course they have been assigned. Who has not yet started, who is in progress, and who has completed the course, can all be found here. Search results can easily be exported to an Excel spreadsheet. Manage Your Account View how many credits you have on your account; how many are used, and how many remain. 15

16 ebook Library Your Online Safety Resource What is the ebook library? Simply put, it s all of NSL s industry standard safety awareness handbooks made available to you for online access. One major advantage of online books is the ability to search the entire contents of the books using keywords. Enter your search, then jump through the books to find exactly what you re looking for. Many of the useful tables contained in the books are available for downloading and printing. The ebooks are regularly updated with relevant safety and legislative information. Our ebooks are not downloadable, but accessed online. This means you always have access to the latest revision of the book. Access is licensed by the number of Concurrent Users you require. This allows a fixed number of users access to the elibrary at a given time. ebooks available in the library are: Rigging & Lifting Safe Cargo Handling - Good & Bad Practice Working at Height Crane Operations & Cargo Handling Manual Handling Falls & Falling Objects Injuries to Fingers & Hands Electrical Safety - At Home & At Work 16

17 All Images and Content NSL 2009 International English Edition +44(0) Safety Awareness Campaigns Take control and blend to build your own Safety Campaign In today s difficult economic climate reduced budgets need not mean reduced safety standards in the workplace. NSL s Safety Awareness Campaigns are an extremely efficient way to train and learn. Our extensive range of training materials, produced in a variety of languages, are designed to be blended together and delivered over various medias to produce a single safety message perfect for your requirements, environment and budget. Whether you have 20 people in your office to train, or 2,000 people to train across several continents, we can produce the perfect solution for delivering the necessary training, assessments, and reference materials to improve safety. Designed & Produced by NSL Always switch off copiers before opening... Keep all loose items (and hair) clear of descenders... getting it right : featuring andy gray 1 NSL 2003 uk english french urdu arabic Designed & Produced by NSL dvd version The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook International English 10th Edition manual handling...and remember to give them time to cool! 1 things that go bump from a height : featuring andy gray uk engli french urdu arabic NSL 2003 Electrical Safety Safety Awareness Posters 17 dvd version NSL Safety Awareness & Materials +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com All Images and Content NSL 2009 ten green bottles : featuring andy gray falls&falling objects NSL Safety Awareness & Materials The International Injuries to Fingers & Hands Pocketbook International English 4th Edition... you don t want to be this caught up in your work! Working at Height Safety Awareness Posters 18 NSL Safety Awareness & Materials +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com injuries to International English Edition fingers & hand dvd version 1 NSL 2003 uk english french urdu arabic 17

18 Safety Awareness Campaigns injuries to fingers & hands ten green bottles : featuring andy gray The International Injuries to Fingers & Hands Pocketbook International English 4th Edition 1 dvd version NSL 2003 uk english french urdu arabic Here s how each of the individual components will work as part of your campaign. For a full safety campaign, all four should be used. However, for reduced campaigns we can deliver any combination of the materials below. elearning The core of your campaign. Used to train and assess each individual. Online delivery can be managed and tracked by your training administrator. A CD version can be issued to geographical areas with limited internet access. Handbook / Pocketbook Used to support your elearning course and kept by each individual as an on-going reference tool. Larger campaigns can include customised handbooks/ pocketbooks. NSL Safety Awareness & Materials When metal meets flesh and bone... Designed & Produced by NSL DVD The live action safety DVD supports your training message. One disc can be used for many individuals, either with group viewings, or watched individually. Posters Safety poster sets vary in number according to subject matter. One set of posters mounted around a worksite will reinforce your campaign and deliver essential reminders within the work environment.... there's no contest! In addition to the campaign materials, NSL will support you throughout your campaign with technical advice and assistance on your subject. All Images and Content NSL 2009 (Always keep your fingers clear) We will work closely with you from the start to ensure that you receive the most efficient and cost effective campaign possible. Injuries to Fingers & Hands Safety Awareness Posters 4 International English Edition NSL Safety Awareness & Materials +44 (0) info@nsl-aberdeen.com 18

19 North Sea Chapter +44(0) Practical Technical Director s Statement Our custom-built UK training centre is still one of the busiest, if not the busiest, training centre specialising in training for the offshore oil and gas industry. We have retained / renewed all our approvals granted by various national and international training and award bodies such as EMTA Awards Ltd (EAL), IRATA, API (the American Petroleum Institute) and OPITO. We are still actively participating with industry work groups such as IADC, Oil and Gas UK, IMCA and OPITO to raise standards and provide dedicated training courses and support materials to improve the skills of the Oil and Gas Industry workforce and hence improve safety overall. As part of our continual development and improvement of facilities at our training centre, we have just completed the installation of a mini derrick and dedicated man-riding winch to facilitate practical training in this discipline. It also increases our scope to provide rescue from height and other general work at height training. Our thanks go to Thern Lifting Services Ltd for providing the state-of-the-art winch, which can only improve safety in manriding operations as we know them in the offshore Oil and Gas Industry. Proving Competence: NSL has really got to grips with competence issues and have developed many competence programmes with varying levels of ability designed to match the requirements of the various jobs involving lifting operations. Logbooks have been created for all these programmes, which facilitate the recording of experiences against the agreed performance criteria. These competence programmes reflect the HSE s thinking where the competence levels should match the requirements of the job, i.e. the performance criteria is totally relevant and competence can be achieved in an acceptable time frame. Once again, because we know that one size DOESN T fit all, all of these programmes can be customised to suit your particular type of business and your particular type of installation or vessel. This is achieved quite easily by discussing the contents of the logbooks (performance criteria), deleting anything that is not relevant and adding in anything extra that you do practice to enhance safety. That way, the competence process becomes an accurate reflection of the way you do things and gives you the chance to identify any shortfalls and thus make improvements. Finally, if you have a specific problem with your own lifting operations, give us a call and I m confident we can assist. Tom Byrne / Technical Director NSL ALWAYS FIRST OFTEN COPIED NEVER BETTERED 19

20 Practical Course Index Practical Course List Page Course 22 Rigging & Lifting : 3 Day 23 OPITO Approved Introduction to Rigging & Lifting Operations : 3 Day 24 Rigging & Lifting Refresher : 1 Day 25 Advanced Rigging & Lifting Level 3 Technical Support : 3 Day 26 Subsea Rigging & Lifting : 5 Day 27 Lifting Operations Awareness : 1 Day 28 Lifting Operations Awareness : Train The Trainer : 2 Day 29 Loft Management and Equipment Examiner Course: 2 Day 30 Man-riding Winch Awareness: 1 Day 31 HASAWA, PUWER and LOLER: 1 Day 32 Banksman / Slinger : 2 Day 33 Combined Rigging & Lifting / Banksman Slinger : 4 Day 34 Lifting Operations Planning and Risk Assessment: 1 Day 35 Manual Handling Awareness : 1 Day 36 Manual Handling Assessor : 2 Day 37 Manual Handling Train The Trainer : 3 Day 38 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 1 : General Lifting Equipment : 5 Day 39 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 2 : Winches & Powered Hoists : 2 Day 40 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 3 : Pedestal & Mobile Cranes : 3 Day 41 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 4 : Overhead Travelling Cranes, Runway Beams & Swing Jibs : 2 Day 42 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 5 : Forklift Trucks & Stackers : 1 Day 43 Lifting Equipment Inspector : Module 6 : Containers, Baskets & Other Cargo Carrying Units : 2 Day 44 Confined Spaces and Vessel Entry : Awareness : 1 Day 45 Overhead Travelling Crane Operations : 1 or 2 Day Train the Trainer (completed at the clients premises) 46 Safe Packing & Handling of Cargo to & from Offshore Locations : 1 Day Practical (completed at the clients premises) 47 Abrasive Wheels Awareness : 1 Day 48 Abrasive Wheels Awareness: Train The Trainer : 2 Day 49 Work At Height : Awareness : 1 Day 50 Work At Height & Rescue : 2 Day 51 Work At Height & Rescue : Refresher : 1 Day 20

21 North Sea Chapter +44(0) Practical Information General The majority of courses concentrate on the practical aspects of the subject. Certificate Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. Delegates who successfully complete the Rigging & Lifting course can continue their training with the NSL competence-based training programme. Location Each course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a clients premises. PPE Required Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots. Price 225 per person per day (subject to VAT) Cancellation Charges These charges are based on how many days before the course begins that we receive the cancellation. These charges are a percentage of the total cost of the course. 3 days or less, 100% cancellation charge applies 4-7 days, 50% cancellation charge applies 8-14 days, 25% cancellation charge applies For full terms & conditions go to Bookings To reserve places, contact our Course Bookings Department via any of the following: Tel: +44(0) Fax: +44(0) bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com Note: All courses require a MINIMUM of 4 delegates 21

22 3 Day Practical Rigging & Lifting training course exclusive to nsl (Pre-requisite for the NSL/EAL Competence Programmes) OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates about the technical aspects of lifting operations, appliances and accessories. It includes a detailed explanation of the relevant legislation and regulations, specifically the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). The course also covers planning and risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios which cover the performance criteria, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards a competence qualification. CONTENTS Current Legislation And Regulation (Including LOLER) HSE Guidance Safety Requirements Planning A Rigging Operation Risk Assessment Pre-Use Inspection Installation Of Lifting Equipment Correct Slinging Of Loads Practical Exercises Erection Of Capital Plant STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their training with the new NSL competence-based training programme for rigging and lifting operations. The programme is specifically designed to suit the needs of the UK and international oil & gas industry. This is a joint NSL/EAL (EMTA Awards Ltd) initiative covering rigging and lifting levels one, two and three. WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are likely to be involved in rigging and lifting operations at all levels including the multi-task workforce. 22

23 3 Day Practical OPITO Approved Introduction to Rigging & Lifting Operations OVERVIEW NSL s three-day industry standard / OPITO-approved Introduction to Rigging and Lifting Operations training course is the first step in the process of achieving competence and is designed to train personnel new to rigging and lifting operations. The course is a mixture of theoretical presentations, practical demonstrations and exercises, combined with the assessment of the delegate s knowledge and skill level during the learning process. Employing verbal questioning, practical observation and a written test paper, delegates are required to achieve a score of 80% or above, in the course s four areas of assessment. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots. STRUCTURE The course begins with a day in the classroom, followed by two days of practical demonstrations and exercises. On completion of a written test paper, the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. CONTENTS Theoretical Presentation Content Comprises: Provision And Use Of Work Equipment Regulations Health And Safety At Work etc Act 1974 LOLER Integrated Safe Systems Of Work Risk Assessment Planning Lifting Operations Load Weight Estimation Centre Of Gravity Angles And Tensions Slinging Applications And Guidelines Cross-Hauling Crane Operations Overview Hand Signals And Radios Communications PPE Environmental Hazards Safe Use Of Ladders Manual Handling Practical Demonstration and Exercises Include: Pre-use Inspection of Equipment Rigging Locker Issue and Control Planning and Completing Simple Rigging and Lifting Operations Completing Complicated Rigging and Lifting Operations COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. 23

24 Practical Courses 1 Day Practical Rigging & Lifting Refresher OVERVIEW This course has been designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to lifting operations, lifting appliances and accessories. The course also covers planning, risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios to test the theory. CONTENTS Updates On Current Legislation And Regulations (LOLER etc.) HSE Guidance Safety Requirements Planning Rigging Operations And Risk Assessment Practical Lifting Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT Delegates who are involved in any type of rigging or lifting operations, especially those who qualified prior to the introduction of LOLER. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

25 3 Day Practical Advanced Rigging & Lifting Level 3 Technical Support training course exclusive to nsl OVERVIEW This 3-day course is offered as either a stand-alone course to personnel who want to expand their technical understanding of lifting operations or for personnel who have previously gained an NSL / EAL Level 2 competence award and who aspire to further their learning and achieve EAL endorsed Level 3. NSL / EAL Level 3 pre-requisite Personnel must gain a further two years experience after completing NSL / EAL Level 2 and complete / record a further six complicated / complex portfolio logs before entry to this level. CONTENTS Delegates are required to answer questions and solve mathematical equations relating to the area and volume of simple shapes, calculate the weight of an object, in air and water using density tables and buoyancy factors, calculate an object s surface area, calculate an object s centre of gravity, calculate basic trigonometry and draw force triangles. STRUCTURE 3-day theory based, continual assessment course. As a stand-alone course, successful delegates receive a certificate of training. If completed as part of the NSL / EAL competence programme, successful delegates receive a Level 3 competence certificate. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook and course notes delivered to delegates prior to the start of the course to aid understanding and learning. PPE REQUIRED None. WHO WILL BENEFIT It is aimed at Deck Foremen and Lifting Supervisors involved in de-commissioning, subsea and complex lifting operations. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

26 Practical 5 Day Subsea Rigging & Lifting It is an essential requirement that all personnel, including divers, who are required to operate lifting equipment and get involved with lifting operations, are suitably trained and experienced in its safe use. This course has been specifically designed to satisfy the training part of this requirement. This unique course teaches the delegate about subsea lifting operations, the safe use of lifting equipment in the sub-sea environment, regulations, standards and industry best practice. The course covers planning, risk assessment, pre-use inspection and includes complicated practical rigging and lifting exercises both in air and under water in the National Hyperbaric Centre s dive tank. DETAILS The first two and a half days of the course are delivered at NSL s training centre followed by two and a half days at the National Hyperbaric centre. BOOKINGS To reserve your place, contact the National Hyperbaric Course Bookings Department by training@nationalhyperbariccentre.com National Hyperbaric Centre Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

27 Practical 1 Day Lifting Operations Awareness OVERVIEW This theory based course is designed to impart the necessary knowledge of all aspects of mechanical lifting operations including a combination of rigging and lifting and banksman / slinger techniques. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. CONTENTS General Industry Practice For Safe Crane Operations General Industry Practice For Safe Rigging Operations Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations Planning Of Lifting Operations Risk Assessment Pre-Use Inspection Of Equipment Equipment Discard Criteria Lifting And Landing Of Loads Controlling Loads Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at personnel who are involved in mechanical lifting operations at all levels. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

28 Practical 2 Day Lifting Operations Awareness Train The Trainer OVERVIEW Designed to impart the necessary knowledge of all aspects of mechanical lifting operations including a combination of rigging and lifting and banksman /slinger techniques and presentation skills. CONTENTS General Industry Practice For Safe Crane Operations General Industry Practice For Safe Rigging Operations Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations Planning Of Lifting Operations Risk Assessment Pre-Use Inspection Of Equipment Equipment Discard Criteria Lifting And Landing Of Loads Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load Presentation Skills Delivery Techniques Lesson Plans WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at supervisory personnel who are involved in mechanical lifting operations at all levels, and/ or those who may be delivering company based internal training programmes. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

29 Practical 2 Day Loft Management & Lifting Equipment Examiners OVERVIEW Familiarises delegates with the construction and operation of all types of lifting equipment, i.e. appliances and accessories, to allow them to examine items of equipment with confidence. CONTENTS Construction And Safe Working Loads Examination Of Wire Ropes Examination Of Various Types Of Lifting Gear Lifting Gear Rejection Criteria Cumulative Discard Factors Of Wire Ropes Normal Wear And Discard Criteria Lubrication And Maintenance WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at engineering, operations and maintenance personnel. Site and base employees who are involved in purchasing, operating and inspecting lifting equipment will also find the course beneficial. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

30 Practical 1 Day Man-riding Winch Awareness OVERVIEW Man-riding with winches has been identified as a substantially hazardous activity, and for that reason, should only be carried out by competent personnel with suitable controlling procedures in place, and with equipment that is designed for that purpose. This 1-day theory and practical based course has been specifically created using one of the latest state-of-the-art man-riding winches. CONTENTS Applicable UK And Norwegian Regulations And Standards Industry Guidance Alternatives To Man-Riding Planning, Risk Assessment And Toolbox Talks Competence Types Of Man-Riding Winches And Their Safety Features Associated Equipment Certification And Pre-Use Inspection PPE Harnesses Connection Points And Tools Communications Secondary Fall Protection And Rescue Plans Safe Operation Practical Exercises STRUCTURE The 1-day course includes a final written questionnaire to measure and record learning and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with a certificate of training and a Winch Operator logbook to take away with them, which can be used in the workplace to further develop, structure and record workplace experience and learning. DETAILS This course is currently delivered at NSL s Aberdeen training centre. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. WHO WILL BENEFIT All personnel who are involved and / or required to carry out man-riding winch operations. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

31 Practical 1 Day HASAWA, PUWER & LOLER OVERVIEW Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to lifting operations, lifting appliances and accessories. The course also covers planning, risk assessment and includes practical rigging scenarios to test the theory. CONTENTS Updates On Current Legislation And Regulation (LOLER, etc.) HSE Guidance Safety Requirements Planning Rigging Operations And Risk Assessment Practical Lifting Assessment Practical Lifting Exercises STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. WHO WILL BENEFIT Delegates who are involved in any type of rigging or lifting operations, especially those who qualified prior to LOLER coming into force. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

32 Practical 2 Day Banksman / Slinger OVERVIEW Designed to give delegates theoretical and practical experience in basic slinging practices and controlling crane operations. CONTENTS Current Legislation And Regulations HSE Guidance Safety Requirements Inspection Of Lifting Equipment Calculating Load Weights Safe Slinging Of Loads Safe Use Of The Relevant Equipment And Accessories Controlling The Movement Of The Load Communication COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots. WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at banksman/slingers, crane operators, deck crew, roustabouts, drillfloor crews and others involved in crane operations. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper and the successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

33 Practical 4 Day Combined Rigging & Lifting / Banksman Slinger OVERVIEW Combining these courses into one, allows delegates to complete these two essential courses in 4-days instead of 5 days. The course encompasses the same theoretical and practical content but removes all elements of duplication, i.e. Lifting Operations Regulations, Planning, Risk Assessment, etc. WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are involved in rigging and crane operations at all levels. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their training with the NSL competence-based training programme for rigging and lifting operations. The programme is specifically designed to suit the needs of the UK and international oil & gas industry. This is a joint NSL/EAL (EMTA Awards Ltd) initiative covering rigging and lifting levels one, two and three. STRUCTURE The course begins and ends with a written test paper, with successful delegates issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

34 Practical 1 Day Lifting Operations Planning & Risk Assessment OVERVIEW This 1-day theory-based course is designed to give delegates an understanding of the depth and quality of content required in the production and completion of lifting plans and risk assessments. Note The course can also be structured to include a practical element if requested. CONTENTS LOLER Regulation 8 Organisation Of Lifting Operations Categorization Of Lifting Operations Self Assessment Cards Lift Description Weight Of The Load Planning Considerations Step-By-Step Procedure Rigging Procedure Diagrams Route To Be Travelled Rigging Material Lists Risk Assessment Theoretical Planning Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT The course is aimed at personnel who are required to produce and / or authorise lifting plans and carry out lifting operations. STRUCTURE The course begins with a lecture, which then moves onto the actual planning and risk assessment of two lifting operations ending with a short written test paper. Successful delegates will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED None if only theory is required but coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves are required if a practical element has been requested. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

35 Practical 1 Day Manual Handling Awareness OVERVIEW This course has been designed to give delegates an awareness of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 NO To give the delegate the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To reduce the risk of injury to delegates from manual handling operations. CONTENTS Legislation And Regulations Manual Handling And Health Complying With The Regulations Overview Of Risk Assessments For Manual Handling Operations Kinetic Handling Techniques HSE Guidance And Practical Demonstrations STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/ exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Manual Handling Pocketbook. PPE REQUIRED None. WHO WILL BENEFIT All persons involved in manual handling operations, i.e. the workforce. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

36 Practical 2 Day Manual Handling Assessor OVERVIEW Designed to give delegates knowledge of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 NO To give the delegate the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To conduct risk assessments to ensure the risk of injury to delegates is sufficiently reduced. CONTENTS Day 1 Legislation And Regulations Manual Handling And Health Complying With The Regulations Risk Assessments For Manual Handling Operations Kinetic Handling Techniques STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/ exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Manual Handling Pocketbook. PPE REQUIRED None required. Day 2 Theoretical Risk Assessment Exercises Practical Risk Assessment Exercises (Visiting A Worksite Where Manual Handling May Have To Be Conducted) WHO WILL BENEFIT All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give in-house training and presentations on the manual handling operations regulations and assessment process to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling operations. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

37 Practical 3 Day Manual Handling Train The Trainer OVERVIEW This course has been designed to give delegates knowledge of the manual handling operations regulations SI 1992 no To give the delegates the knowledge of how to avoid manual handling operations. To conduct risk assessments to ensure the risk of injury to delegates is sufficiently reduced. To enable the trainer to deliver inhouse training to the workforce to ensure the risk of injury from manual handling operations is reduced or eliminated. CONTENTS Day 1 Legislation And Regulations Manual Handling And Health Complying With The Regulations Risk Assessments For Manual Handling Operations Kinetic Handling Techniques HSE Guidance And Practical Demonstrations Instructional Techniques Presentation Skills Day 2 Theoretical Risk Assessment Exercises Practical Risk Assessment Exercises (Visiting A Worksite Where Manual Handling May Have To Be Conducted) Preparing A Presentation Revision Of The Manual Handling Package Day 3 Practical Demonstration Of Presentation And Instruction Delegate Presentations Delegate Presentations Of The Manual Handling Package Delegate Theoretical And Practical Presentation Of Kinetic Handling Techniques WHO WILL BENEFIT All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give in-house training and presentations on the manual handling operations regulations and assessment process to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling operations. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of practical demonstrations/ exercises and theoretical work. The course ends with a written test paper to assess knowledge and understanding. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Manual Handling Pocketbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

38 5 Day Practical LEI Module 1 General Lifting Equipment training course exclusive to nsl OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of lifting accessories and manual appliances. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS Current Legislation And Regulations (Including LOLER) British Standards Document Preparation Document Control Methods Of Thorough Examination Methods Of Proof Load Testing Manufacturers Guidance Manufacturing Processes Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook and Inspection Procedures. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

39 2 Day Practical LEI Module 2 Winches & Powered Hoists training course exclusive to nsl OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of winches (utility, man-riding, access and davit) and powered appliances. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS British Standards Document Preparation Methods Of Thorough Examination Methods Of Proof Load Testing Rejection Criteria Manufacturers Guidance Equipment Installation NDT Requirements Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their vocational development with the NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. COURSE HANDOUTS Inspection Procedures. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

40 3 Day Practical LEI Module 3 Pedestal & Mobile Cranes training course exclusive to nsl OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of pedestal and mobile cranes. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS British Standards Document Preparation Methods Of Thorough Examination Methods Of Proof Load Testing Rejection Criteria Safety Devices Manufacturers Guidance NDT Requirements Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their vocational development with the NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. COURSE HANDOUTS Inspection Procedures. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

41 2 Day Practical training course exclusive to nsl LEI Module 4 Overhead Travelling Cranes, Runway Beams & Swing Jibs OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of overhead travelling cranes, runway beams & swing jibs. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS British Standards Document Preparation Methods Of Thorough Examination Deflection Criteria Methods Of Proof Load Testing Rejection Criteria Safety Devices Manufacturers Guidance NDT Requirements Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS Inspection Procedures PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

42 1 Day Practical LEI Module 5 Forklift Trucks & Stackers training course exclusive to nsl OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of forklift truck stackers. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS British Standards Document Preparation Methods Of Thorough Examination Methods Of Proof Load Testing Rejection Criteria Safety Devices Manufacturers Guidance Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS Inspection Procedures. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

43 2 Day Practical training course exclusive to nsl LEI Module 6 Containers, Baskets & Other Cargo Carrying Units OVERVIEW Designed to teach delegates the technical aspects of proof load testing and thorough examination of containers, baskets and other cargo carrying units. The course also covers the preparation of certificates and a series of practical assessments that cover the performance, range statement and knowledge requirements of national standards of competence. The successful completion of this programme will provide valuable evidence towards the EAL competence qualification. CONTENTS BS7072, DNV2.7-1 & EN12079 Document Preparation Methods Of Thorough Examination Methods Of Proof Load Testing Rejection Criterias NDT Requirements Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who are employed in the lifting equipment inspection industry, or company personnel who are involved in the control and/or coordination and purchasing of lifting equipment. It would also be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. STRUCTURE The course is a mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic inspection skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS Inspection Procedures. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. NOTE Successful delegates can continue their development with the new NSL / EAL competence programmes for Lifting Equipment Inspectors. On successful completion of these programmes, delegates will be awarded with Certificates of Competence for the various modules by the national award body, EAL. Module 1 of the inspector competency programme must be completed prior to attempting the competency programme for this module. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

44 Practical 2 Day Confined Spaces & Vessel Entry Awareness OVERVIEW It is a requirement that all confined space operations are carried out by suitably trained and experienced personnel. This course has been designed to provide the delegate with the necessary knowledge and best industry practices when entering or working in confined spaces safely. DETAILS This course is currently delivered at NSL s training centre. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. CONTENTS The Confined Spaces Regulations no 1997 SI1713 Best Industry Practices Definitions Of A Confined Space Specified Risks And Their Control Measures Safe Systems Of Work Opening, Testing And Isolation Requirements Ventilation, Purging And Cleaning Equipment Access, Egress And Communications PPE RPE Gas Monitoring Dangerous Gases And Oxygen Permit To Work Systems Emergency Equipment And Procedures Basic First Aid Practical Exercises WHO WILL BENEFIT Personnel involved in the testing of atmospheres or who are required to enter confined spaces. STRUCTURE The course is divided into classroom theory and practical exercises and ends with a written test paper. Successful delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

45 1 or 2 Day Practical Overhead Travelling Crane Operations OVERVIEW Designed to impart the necessary knowledge to allow personnel to operate overhead travelling cranes safely, including the safe handling of loads. CONTENTS Current Legislation And Regulations General Industry Practice For Safe Crane And Lifting Operations Pre-Use Inspection Of The Crane And Rigging The Safe And Smooth Operation Of Cranes Initial Lifting And Final Landing Of Loads Controlling Swinging Loads Basic Principles For Safe Slinging Operations Protection Of Load From Rigging And The Protection Of Slings From The Load Lifting Loads With An Offset Centre Of Gravity Rotating Loads Tandem Lifting (If Applicable) The Use Of Hand Signals When Directing A Lifting Operation STRUCTURE The course is mixture of theory and practical. All delegates will be expected to complete both a written test paper and successfully demonstrate their level of basic operator skills under test conditions. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Rigging & Lifting Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Train the Trainer Completed at the clients premises. WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at delegates who have to operate an overhead travelling crane. It would be beneficial to those who have no previous experience or have experience but require refresher training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

46 Practical 1 Day Safe Packing & Handling of Cargo to & from Offshore Locations OVERVIEW The safe packing and handling of cargo is a major part of most industrial processes and due to the nature of the work, can be hazardous. This 1-day training course has been designed to supplement the elearning course and help raise the awareness of all personnel involved in cargo handling operations, whether on or offshore and is based on the latest revision of the Guidelines for the Safe Packing and Handling of Cargo to and from Offshore Locations issued by Oil & Gas UK. CONTENTS Types Of Cargo Carrying Units (CCUs) Design Standards And Certification Offshore Tanks Chemical / Oil / Fuel, etc Portable Gas Equipment Pre-Use Inspection Of CCUs And Slings Dropped Objects Checks Packing And Securing Contents Cargo Summary Tickets / Checklists Slinging Loads And Lifting Loads Special Cargo And Handling Tubulars Road Transportation And Non-Conforming Cargo CCU, Sling & Shackle Checklist Cargo Summary Tickets / Checklist (Outbount + Inbound) Routine Lifting Plan + Risk Assessment Non - Conformance Checklist WHO WILL BENEFIT The course is aimed at all personnel who are involved in, and are required to carry out cargo handling operations. STRUCTURE The course does not include classroom presentations. Instead the Instructor sets the delegates physical tasks reflecting the subjects addressed in the elearning programme to make sure the information is fully understood / absorbed. Note maximum number of six delegates per course. elearning must be completed prior to practical course. DETAILS This course is delivered at a client s premises who have available: Various types of CCU along with their slings and shackles Various sized cargo items and packing materials Various securing items i.e. container nets, lashings, etc. Cargo summary tickets / checklists and cargo safety / security tags Various wire slings, chain slings, fibre slings and shackles Forklift Trucks COURSE HANDOUTS The International Safe Cargo Handling Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

47 Practical 1 Day Abrasive Wheels OVERVIEW Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to abrasive wheels. The course also covers hazards and precautions, and the recommended documentation requirements. CONTENTS Hazards And Precautions Markings On Abrasive Wheels As To Their Type, Size And Speed How To Store, Handle And Transport Abrasive Wheels Inspections And Testing Of Abrasive Wheels For Damage The Functions Of All Of The Components Used With Abrasive Wheels, i.e. Flanges, Blotters, Bushes, Nuts, etc Correct Disassembly And Assembly Dressing Of Abrasive Wheels Correct Adjustment, I.E. Work Rests, Guards, Spark Guards PPE DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The Safe use of Abrasive Wheels Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. WHO WILL BENEFIT Delegates who are involved in the use of abrasive wheels, and those who are responsible for the changing of abrasive wheels, or those who supervise abrasive wheel operations. STRUCTURE The course begins with the standard abrasive wheels course. The delegates will then receive corrective tuition on instructional techniques. Delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

48 Practical 2 Day Abrasive Wheels Train The Trainer OVERVIEW Designed to update delegates on legislation and regulations applicable to abrasive wheels. The course also covers hazards and precautions, and the recommended documentation requirements. CONTENTS Hazards And Precautions Markings On Abrasive Wheels As To Their Type, Size And Speed How To Store, Handle And Transport Abrasive Wheels Inspections And Testing Of Abrasive Wheels For Damage The Functions Of All Of The Components Used With Abrasive Wheels, i.e. Flanges, Blotters, Bushes, Nuts, etc Correct Disassembly And Assembly Dressing Of Abrasive Wheels Correct Adjustment, i.e. Work Rests, Guards, Spark Guards Recommended Documentation Requirements Instructional Techniques DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The Safe use of Abrasive Wheels Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat and safety boots. WHO WILL BENEFIT All managers, HSE personnel and supervisors who are required to give in-house training and presentations to delegates on the safe use of abrasive wheels. Also those who are responsible for the changing of abrasive wheels, or those who supervise abrasive wheel operations. STRUCTURE The course begins with the standard abrasive wheels course. The delegates will then receive corrective tuition on instructional techniques. Delegates are issued with an NSL certificate of training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

49 Practical 1 Day Work At Height Awareness OVERVIEW This course is designed to introduce delegates to the principles and equipment involved in modern working at height systems. In the UK, in the 5-year period from 1996 to 2001, we have suffered 400 deaths and 28,000 major injuries as a result of falls from a height. *The number of workers fatally injured as a result from falling from a height rose from 52 in 2006/07 to 58 in 2007/08, an increase of 12%. *Major injuries to employees due to falling from a height accounted for 12% (3,235) of all major injuries in 2007/08. Many of these accidents could have been avoided through awareness training and appropriate equipment selection. This course is the foundation for a 3-part scheme, the elements of which can either be taken separately or timed to run consecutively. WHO WILL BENEFIT This course is aimed at those who are new to industry or those whose employer may require them to occasionally work at height. STRUCTURE This course consists of lectures and practical demonstrations. Delegates will be assessed by means of a written paper. On successful completion the delegate will be issued with an NSL certificate of training. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Working at Height Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. CONTENTS Access Systems And The Hierarchy Of Risk Risk Assessment Anchor Point And Rigging Equipment Fall Arrest Equipment Work Positioning Equipment Note: When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training. *Source: Health and Safety Commission - Statistics of workplace fatalities and injuries. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

50 Practical 2 Day Work At Height & Rescue OVERVIEW This course is highly practical in nature, delegates will experience the whole process of a safe and systematic approach to working at height operations. The course includes the skills required to rescue / recover a colleague hanging in suspension. This is an essential, if often overlooked, function as an unconscious casualty may have as little as 10 minutes to survive in this position. CONTENTS The UK Work At Height Legislation Principals Of The Hierarchy Of Risk Fall Avoidance Work At Height Techniques Selection And Safe Use Of Harnesses Selection And Safe Use Of Lanyards And Energy Absorbers Karabiners And Connectors Anchor Point Selection Vertical Lowering Of Casualty Vertical Raising Of Casualty Use Of Stretchers Suspension Trauma Question And Answer Sessions WHO WILL BENEFIT The course is aimed at those whose work requires them to work at height as part of a work team. This would include the majority of oilfield personnel who are required to occasionally work at height, for example, painters, scaffolders, mechanical and electrical technicians, steel erectors, riggers, steeplejacks, electricity and telecommunications workers. This course will also be of interest to the emergency services. STRUCTURE This course is made up of both theoretical and practical elements. Following completion of the theory element on day one, delegates will be required to complete a question paper. The practical element on day two will consist of introductions to various work at height equipment and demonstrations of various rescue systems used to recover a fallen worker. Delegates will be encouraged to participate in question and answers sessions during these demonstrations. DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Working at Height Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. Note: When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

51 Practical 1 Day Work At Height & Rescue Refresher OVERVIEW This course is designed to enable clients to provide refresher training for personnel who have attended a 2-day Work at Height & Rescue Specific course who have been unable to use or train with an NSL rescue system within the last 12 months. CONTENTS Determining Safe And Suitable Anchors Vertical Recovery Of Casualty By Raising Vertical Recovery Of Casualty By Lowering Recovery Adjacent To Casualty Horizontal Movement Of Casualty Diagonal Movement Of Casualty Transferring Casualty Between Rescue Systems Use Of Stretchers DETAILS This course is usually delivered at an NSL Centre, but can be delivered at a client s premises. COURSE HANDOUTS The International Working at Height Handbook. PPE REQUIRED Coveralls, hard hat, safety boots and gloves. WHO WILL BENEFIT Those who have completed the 2-day Work at Height & Rescue Specific course, but have not had the opportunity to use or train with the rescue equipment within the past 12 months. This would include oilfield personnel, Scaffolders, steel erectors, riggers, steeplejacks, electricity and telecommunications workers. STRUCTURE This course is solely practical in nature, class-work having been covered in the 2-day work at height & rescue course. The course will be structured to provide refresher training specific to the rescue system used by the client. Note: When booking a Work at Height & Rescue course, please specify on which Rescue Kit you require training. Course dates are available from our Administrators bookings@nsl-aberdeen.com / tel

52 Crane Operator Assessment NSL has a team of more than 30 Instructors / Skills Assessors, most of whom are qualified and capable of carrying out Crane Operator assessments in accordance with BS ISO and BS Assessment Procedure The assessment begins with a questionnaire. This enables the assessor to confirm that the Crane Operator s knowledge is adequate. The Operator is also interviewed to assess their experience on the specific type of crane they operate. The Assessor then observes the Operator performing various practical exercises according to the skills level they are being assessed against. Observation is from Deck Level and where possible, also from the Cab / Operator Level. Feedback is given during the assessment, and also at the end during the debrief, when the Operator is informed of the result. The assessment is only completed when every relevant unit of the standard has been covered. Typical elements covered: Basic Deck Operations Under Supervision - Stage 1 Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G Hand signals and radio communications Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions DECK OPERATIONS UNSUPERVISED - STAGE 2 Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G Hand signals and radio communications Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions. Also, knowledge of emergency operating systems and procedures Deck Operations Unsupervised And Supply Vessel Lifting Operations - Stage 3 Handling containers, tubulars and pipe-work, loads with an offset C of G Hand signals and radio communications Full pre-shift inspection of the crane, knowledge of company procedures, knowledge of the crane, knowledge of basic slinging including sling angles and tensions, knowledge of emergency operating systems and procedures The operator would also be required to demonstrate both theoretical and practical experience of; dynamic loading, sea states, bulk hose operations, wind-speeds and related company and crane operating limitations. Also, all operations regarding loading and unloading of supply vessels 52

53 Competence In Rigging & Lifting Operations Competence Competence Programmes Personnel who require to be deemed competent must possess and be able to demonstrate a satisfactory level of practical skill and theoretical knowledge to carry out a given task safely. Personnel can achieve competence by completing training and assessment which documents evidence about their achievements, skills, knowledge and abilities. Step Change in Safety, the UK based partnership with the remit to make the UK the safest Oil and Gas Exploration and Production province in the world, offers the industry the following guidance on how to achieve competence. Stage 1 Initial training and assessment Stage 2 Supervised training in the workplace Stage 3 Workplace assessment of competency Stage 4 Ongoing performance advancement Achieving Competence with NSL NSL can offer clients two options for achieving competence in lifting operations. Option 1 In September 2002 NSL, in association with the UK Government award body EMTA Awards Ltd. (EAL), created competence programmes designed specifically for personnel required to carry out lifting operations (Riggers) and those required to certify and inspect lifting equipment (Lifting Equipment Inspectors). Both our programmes begin with a training course where delegates receive a certificate of training upon successful completion. Delegates then have the option to proceed with the completion of a competence portfolio. The portfolio is used to record their activities and experience in the workplace, and used as evidence of their competence (tasks recorded must be witnessed and when completed should be submitted for assessment and verification by NSL and EAL). Once satisfactorily completed, EAL issue the delegate with a certificate of competence. The competence certificate is valid for two years, after which time the delegate should be re-assessed to confirm competence is being maintained and / or progress to the next level. NSL currently offer competence programmes in the following subjects and levels: Rigging & Lifting Level 1 Aimed at Technicians, Banksman / Slingers and Load Handlers who are required to perform Routine and Simple lifts but may also participate in Complicated and Complex lifts under supervision. Rigging & Lifting Level 2 Aimed at Riggers and Deck Foremen who are required to perform Routine, Simple, Complicated and Complex lifting operations, it is also aimed at those responsible for the planning and safe execution of lifting operations. Advanced Rigging & Lifting Level 3 Technical Support Aimed at Deck Foremen, Lifting Supervisors involved in decommissioning, subsea and complex lifting operations Competence Portfolio Pre-requisites Personnel new to lifting operations must take a progressive route to achieving competence, i.e. starting with Level 1, reflecting their inexperience in this subject. Level 2 is designed to record and assess existing knowledge and experience. Therefore, beginners or less experienced personnel MUST complete Level 1 first and then gain the necessary experience over two years before they attempt Level 2. Experienced personnel wishing to enrol directly onto Level 2 without going through 1 will be required to provide evidence that they have at least 3 years experience working full time in rigging and lifting operations. 53

54 NSL (0) Competence Competence Programmes Personnel who aspire to further their learning and achieve Level 3 must complete Level 2, gain a further two years experience in lifting operations and complete / record a further six complicated / complex portfolio logs before entry onto this level. Competence Portfolio The portfolio contains a list of tasks that have to be completed three times by the delegate to provide evidence of competence in the workplace when operating Lifting Equipment, or otherwise involved in Rigging & Lifting or Crane Operation activities. NSL / EAL Competence Certificate EAL (EMTA Awards Ltd) are a QCA / SQA approved Award Body and are the UK s leading award body for engineering National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and their Scottish equivalent (SVQs). The portfolio tasks are divided into four sections, A, B, C & D. The delegate must complete two out of the four sections, which are chosen by the delegate, depending on the type of lifting operation they are required to carry out in the workplace. Tasks are recorded using the NSL lifting plan format, which the delegate has already become familiar with during the Rigging and Lifting training course or the Subsea Rigging and Lifting course. Evidence for Certificate of Competence Evidence for Certificate of Competence NAME : Competence Award Log Book Rigging Level 2 NAME : Competence Award Log Book Rigging Level 2 Section A: Is compulsory and includes; following a lifting plan (Level 1), planning a lifting operation (Level 2), risk assessment, toolbox talks, selection of equipment, pre-use examination of lifting equipment, slinging the load etc. The delegates can then choose either B, C or D depending on their scope of work. Section B: Is aimed at the delegate who works mostly with lifting machines such as chain hoists, lever hoists, beam trolleys and tasks include erecting / installing / using lifting appliances, lifting in a confined space, and cross hauling a load, etc. Section C: Is aimed at the delegate working mainly with cranes and performs tasks including the inspection and preparation of loads / cargo for lifting, performs lifts using a crane with load unsighted by crane operator, handling tubulars, bundles and pipes, etc. Section D: Is aimed specifically at divers who are required to carry out lifting operations. Rev for official use only Rev for official use only EAL Registration Number : EAL Registration Number : Date Registered : Date Submitted : Date Registered : NSL LTD l T : +44 (0) l E : INFO@NSL-ABERDEEN.COM l Date Submitted : NSL LTD l T : +44 (0) l E : INFO@NSL-ABERDEEN.COM l NSL

55 Competence Competence Programmes Option 2 The second option is to use one of our bespoke training and competence programmes that are specifically designed for personnel who are required to carrying out lifting operations in the following industries: Drilling Marine Shore base shipping operations Overseas construction projects Each programme requires an initial consultation period, which produces the training and competence process map, documentation and tools, for example: Initial training requirements, which can be completed either onsite or at a training centre Performance activity logbooks, which structure and record workplace experience Competence assessment requirements, carried out internally or by an external Skills Assessor Refresher / reassessment criteria Lifting Operations Competence Model Craft Technician Roles and Responsibilities: Course Criteria Work under the direct supervision of a competent Rigger / Stage 1 Banksman during Routine and Simple Lifting operations Job Discipline Welder Pipe Fitter Wireline Technician Production Tech Mechanical Tech 1 Entry Qualifications: Minimum 2-day Banskman Slinger Course or OPITO approved 3-day Banksman Slinger Course and / or Minimum 3-day Rigging & Lifting Course or OPITO approved 3-day Introduction to Rigging & Lifting Course Banksman / Roles and Responsibilities: Slinger Course Work under the direct supervision of a competent Banksman Criteria during Routine and Simple Lifting operations Stage 1 Job Discipline Deck Foreman Deck Crew 1 Entry Qualifications: Minimum 2-day Banskman Slinger Course or OPITO approved 3-day Banksman Slinger Course The training and competence programme also lists an employee s roles and responsibilities as they progress through the programme and the acceptable training qualifications and / or competence awards required to enter the process at stages 1 and 3. Rigging & Lifting Course Criteria Stage 1 1 Roles and Responsibilities: Work under the direct supervision of a competent Rigger during Routine and Simple, rigging and lifting operations Job Discipline Rigging Foreman Rigger Entry Qualifications: Minimum 3-day Rigging & Lifting Course or OPITO approved 3-day Introduction to Rigging & Lifting Course HASWA, PUWER, LOLER, Risk Assessment & Management of Change Course Criteria Stage 1 Lift Planning & Risk Assessment Course Criteria Stage 1 Rigging Loft Management & Lifting Equipment Examiner Course Criteria Stage 1 Roles and Responsibilities: Produce Routine, Simple, Complicated and Complex lifting plans for technical approval Produce lifting operations risk assessments for internal approval Job Discipline Lifting Competent Person Site Lifting Co-ordinator Mobile Crane Operators Logbook Winch Operations Utility & Man-riding Logbook Pedestal Crane Maintenance Logbook 1 Entry Qualifications: Minimum 1-day HASWA, PUWER, LOLER, Risk Assessment & Management of Change Course Minimum 1-day Lift Planning & Risk Assessment Course Minimum 2-day Rigging Loft Management & Lifting Equipment Examiner Course Recommended Supplementary Trainin Safe Systems of Work Assessment of personnel Management of personnel Legend 1 Initial Structured / Supervised Workplace Formal Assessment & Validation of Knowledge & Ability Refresher / Reassessment martin@nsl-abe 55 Craft Tec Banksm

56 Competence Competence In Lifting Equipment Certification Lifting Equipment Inspector Due to the extensive range of lifting equipment, the training and competence in this programme has been separated into six modules to allow prospective inspectors to qualify in one subject at a time and gradually build up their knowledge, experience and therefore competence. Clients and inspectors may choose any course, in any order, if only training is required. However, if the competence portfolio route is required then the first module must be completed before any other module can be attempted. The programme is divided into the following modules: Module 1: General Lifting Equipment Module 2: Winches and Powered Hoists Module 3: Pedestal and Mobile Cranes Module 4: Overhead Travelling Cranes, Runway Beams and Swing Jibs Module 5: Forklift Trucks and Stackers Module 6: Containers and CCUs 56

57 UK Centre 2007 saw the opening of our Custom Built Centre in Aberdeen. The centre is located close to Aberdeen Airport on a half Howe Moss Crescent Brent Rd Aberdeen Airport acre site consisting of an 800m 2 outdoor training area and a 500m 2 indoor practical training hall. The facility has four lecture-rooms and a dedicated elearning suite. Centre Dyce Drive Argyll Rd A96 & City Centre Howe Moss Crescent Kirkhill Industrial Estate Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 0GN From Aberdeen Airport 1 Head southeast on Brent Rd 0.3 mi 2 At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Argyll Rd 0.2 mi 3 Turn right at Dyce Dr 0.7 mi 4 Turn left at Howe Moss Rd 361 ft 5 Turn left at Howe Moss Dr 0.1 mi 6 Turn right at Howe Moss Crescent From Anderson Drive (North) 1 Head west on Haudagain Roundabout toward A90 79 ft 2 Slight left at A96 / Auchmill Rd, Continue to follow A mi 3 Slight left to stay on A96. Go through 1 roundabout 1.1 mi 4 At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Dyce Dr 1.6 mi 5 Turn left at Howe Moss Rd 361 ft 6 Turn left at Howe Moss Dr 0.1 mi 7 Turn right at Howe Moss Crescent 57

58 International Centres International Centres Our training facilities provide an exciting and realistic working environment, enhancing the quality of our Oilfield Standard training courses and allow us to expand our portfolio of training services. Because most of our courses require practical exercises, we have carefully constructed & designed specific tasks to reinforce the safety messages given during the theoretical section of each course. A Guided Tour... If you d like a tour of any of our Practical Facilities, please call +44(0) or info@nslaberdeen.com. We ll be delighted to show you around and talk to you about how we can help you to stay safe. We are also happy to show you around our head office, where all of our courses are produced and safety materials developed. NSL have the following training centres to support our overseas offices: NORTH AMERICA Providing training in Broussard, Louisiana. CASPIAN Providing training in Baku, Azerbaijan and in Tblisi, Georgia. In addition to NSL centres, we have also helped our clients create their own NSL-standard training centres by redesigning their existing facilities and advising on the set up to provide suitable practical exercises. We then provide instructors to carry out the training and certify the whole process from Aberdeen. 58

59 The World NSL UK Since 1989 NSL has constantly strived to create consistency in rigging & lifting and crane related training worldwide by continually improving our safety awareness materials, training courses and gaining approvals from nationally recognised lead bodies in every region where oil and gas is being explored and produced. All the practical training listed in this directory is presented at our new training facility in Dyce, Aberdeen. However, this training can be delivered at clients sites on and offshore. All NSL Technical Documents, Course and Safety Awareness Materials are developed in-house by our Graphics / Multimedia and Technical Departments at our Queens Road, Aberdeen head office. The head office also manages and supports our training and technical services worldwide. Wherever our clients are working internationally, when it comes to safety, we intend to be able to look after their interests on a global scale. That is our commitment to the Oil and Gas Industry. 59

60 The World NSL Caspian - Branch Office Established From our office in Baku, Azerbaijan, NSL offer the placement of specialist personnel qualified in the field of crane operations, mechanical handling and lifting equipment, to assist in the control of all aspects of their clients lifting operations. NSL personnel are exclusively based at various locations in Azerbaijan and Georgia and provide the following services: Maintenance / Certification Requirements, Rigging Loft Management Assessment of suitability of Contractors and Equipment Types for Particular Projects, Review and Continued Assessment / Coaching of Personnel Provision of Technical Authority / Appointed Person where required Compilation of Procedural Documents including Method Statements and Risk Assessment Technical back-up where necessary from Head Office in Aberdeen 24 hour call-out facilities NSL has recently formed an alliance with RigMarine, the leading training company in the Caspian area, so that the NSL / EAL Rigger Levels 1 and 2 training and competence programmes are now available to all. RigMarine instructors have received further training at NSL in Aberdeen so they can deliver training to the same high standards. The competence programmes are still administered by NSL to ensure standards are maintained. We are looking forward to seeing reduced lifting-related incidents and accidents in the Caspian area as a result of this new initiative. Liaison with Crane Providers / Operators RIGMARINE 60

61 The World NSL America Established The primary objectives of the Houston, Texas office and the training facility in Broussard, Louisiana are as follows: To firmly establish NSL training in the US Oil & Gas Industry, particularly Crane Operations, Rigging & Lifting and Working at Height Rescue To actively seek to increase US sales of NSL materials and services To spread training into other industry sectors and geographical locations within North America To use our Houston office as a stepping stone to the South Americas and the Caribbean to promote the US, Spanish & Portuguese translated versions of our safety awareness documents To be represented in, and to influence, the creation of international standards for the above subjects through alliances and partnerships To gain a reputation for innovation and quality in training and publications 61

62 Mechanical Handling Services Independent Technical Reviews & Appraisals This is a service where our engineers make a field visit to review either systems of work, performance levels of personnel (including Crane Operator Assessments to international standards) or standards of maintenance on plant and equipment with a view to their safety, efficiency and cost effectiveness. They can also perform feasibility studies for proposed modifications to plant and / or any changes to existing operational procedures. This service includes mechanical handling reviews on oil & gas installations during construction, vessels and drilling rigs prior to them being chartered by the operating company. NSL also perform Failure Investigations. We are often called upon as third party / expert witnesses. Engineering Design & Rigging Supervision Services This is a specialist service dealing with all mechanical handling and installation problems incorporating everything from the initial offshore survey to the production of the final implementation work pack. The service includes detailed fabrication drawings, structural calculations, procedural drawings, relevant text / instructions and equipment lists. Note: NSL can offer the services of expert riggers who are experienced in design / fabrication / offshore implementation and are available to go onsite to supervise any installation or removal of plant and equipment. 62

63 Mechanical Handling Services Provision of Management Facilities & Services The placement of specialist personnel qualified in the field of crane operations, mechanical handling and / or lifting equipment to control all aspects of lifting operations including the following: Maintenance / Certification Requirements Suitability of Contractors and Equipment Types for Particular Projects Review / Assessments of Completed Projects Technical Library Enquiries Liaison with Certifying Authorities Compilation of Procedural Documents The preparation of operational / procedural documents to ensure the safe and efficient use of machinery and equipment in compliance with current HSE and legislative requirements The Site Competent Person / Technical Authority NSL are now offering multi-disciplined Lifting Specialists / Technical Authorities on long or short-term contracts. All of our specialists have a minimum of 15 years experience in the lifting industry, supported by NSL s Technical Department and must complete rigorous inhouse training programmes prior to going on contract. This qualifies them to supply the following: To International Standards Crane Operator Assessments To International Standards Produce / Review / Approve Technical Documentation Advise On Current Legislation, Regulations And Best Industry Standards Liaise With Other Technical Departments In Addition, They Can Supervise and/or Actually Perform Technical Reviews Of Client And Contractor Operations All Categories Of Lifting Operations On-Site Coaching And Mentoring Implementation Of Certification Systems 63

64 Safe Operating Procedures Lifting Equipment Control & Operation Procedures The Lifting Equipment Control and Operation Procedures (LECOP) is a documented system which includes policy and procedures designed to give companies complete control over their lifting operations and to help them comply with current legislation and regulations, specifically the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER). The document contains guidance on all aspects of lifting operations including, but not limited to; the initial selection of the correct equipment through to procurement, storage, rigging loft operations, issuing control, pre-use inspection, safe use of equipment and accessories, routine examinations, maintenance, repairs and certification. It should also contain guidance on personnel competence, the planning of lifting operations and risk assessment. The main purpose of the LECOP manual is to educate users and other personnel involved with lifting equipment and operations Legislation Regulations Standards Safe Operating Procedures Industry Best Practice Rev Status Comments Written by Approved by Date Lifting Equipment Control & Operation Procedures (LECOP) Produced for NSL Part B Support Procedures 01 Issued for comment North Sea Lifting Ltd April 2010 This document is produced, issued and controlled, on the authorisation of NSL. Copyright of NSL Ltd. Reproduction in any form is prohibited unless permission has been obtained from NSL Ltd. Knowledge Quality Controls Improved Supervision Reduced Accidents Safety Controls Who s adopted LECOP? 64

65 Safe Operating Procedures Lifting Equipment Control & Operation Procedures The procedures and guidance contained within the document have been compiled with the following objectives in mind: The prevention of equipment failure due to poor quality (Systems of approval of manufacturers/vendors/ products) The prevention of equipment failure due to misuse ( of personnel - issue of safe use guidance) The prevention of equipment failure due to inadequate/ poor maintenance (Standardisation of Repair Procedures and PMRs) The prevention of equipment failure due to improved inspection techniques (Standardisation of Inspection Procedures) The prevention of rigging system failures (Preparation of explicit Procedures, Plans and Risk Assessments, for Mechanical Handling Operations) To make the document more manageable and userfriendly, it is suggested that it should be split into 3 parts to suit the 3 levels it is aimed at, e.g; Part 1 - Management, Part 2 - Supervision and Part 3 - Workforce. The following pages describe how the various sections of the document satisfy the requirements of both LOLER and PUWER and contain an index of the various procedures we feel are required to ensure safe lifting operations and compliance with the Regulations. In certain cases, we have given reasons for the particular procedures being included. PART 1 The Policy Statement - (Management Level) This contains the actual policy statement outlining the way in which lifting operations should be managed in general, including controlling methods for the safe operation of lifting equipment. It also details the responsibilities of personnel including 3rd parties / contractors to prevent importing problems from outside sources. It serves as a guide to the rest of the document by giving a list of activities cross-referenced with their relevant controlling procedures. In addition, this part of the document addresses: The categorisation of lifting operations The planning of lifting operations Risk assessment The competent person The competence of personnel in general levels 65

66 Safe Operating Procedures Lifting Equipment Control & Operation Procedures PART 2 Support Procedures (Supervisor Level) This part contains procedures to ensure that the equipment made available to the work force is suitable for purpose and adequately maintained as per the requirements of PUWER, e.g: To aid proper selection: Illustrated technical manual containing manufacturers specification and other relevant technical information on their various products including how they should and shouldn t be used so that selection is made on the ability of the equipment to perform the work. To ensure correct procurement: List of approved products (i.e. with good track record), list of approved manufacturers, information to be given to the supplier, documentation and certification requirements, etc. To ensure suitable storage of equipment: Rigging loft specifications covering heating, lighting, issuing T card systems, quarantine areas, etc. To ensure on-going integrity of lifting equipment / accessories: Preventative Maintenance Routines plus Repair Procedures which specify minimum requirements for an overhaul whether the equipment is owned, hired or leased by the Company. This set of procedures can be issued with the invitation to tender for repair work and/or be used for audit purposes. To ensure safe continued service of lifting equipment / accessories: Written Scheme of Examination plus Inspection Procedures describing minimum standards acceptable. This set of procedures can be issued with the invitation to tender for LOLER inspections and/or used for audit purposes. To ensure quality of 3rd party equipment: Minimum acceptance criteria to ensure lifting equipment and accessories are correctly presented at the work site and are fit for purpose. To ensure quality of rental plant: Minimum acceptance criteria for contracted forklifts and cranes arriving at a company worksite or offshore installation. 66

67 Safe Operating Procedures Lifting Equipment Control & Operation Procedures PART 3 Safe Operating Procedures (Workforce Level) Contains procedures to ensure personnel s safety in lifting operations including; guidance on risk assessment and planning and the safe use of lifting equipment and accessories. To aid planning and risk assessment: Pre-printed pocket cards and check lists to act as an aide memoire for both risk assessment and planning, to try and prevent relevant factors being overlooked. The card should also act as a self-assessment for the personnel to allow them to realise their limitations. To assist with pre-use inspection of lifting equipment by the user: Pre-printed inspection check lists according to the equipment types, encapsulated and made available for reference at the rigging loft. To ensure the safe use of lifting equipment and accessories: Special instructions in the form of crane and rigging handbooks, safety posters, wall charts, etc. supplied by specialist companies. To ensure the safety of personnel in the actual work place: Worksite or Installation specific instructions. To control lifting equipment movements and use on the installation: Rigging loft operating procedures including T card issuing system, receipt inspection, quarantine, storage and maintenance. 67

68 SAFETY HARDWARE Telescopic Pole Rescue System 3.25m Rigid Telescopic Pole The Work at Height Regulations specify that every employer must plan for emergencies and rescue from height. The need for rapid and effective rescue is particularly important for personnel using protective systems such as harnesses, where a delay may have drastic consequences, particularly if the person is injured. By utilizing NSL s telescopic rescue kit as part of your rescue plan, you can recover a casualty easily and quickly, so reducing the risk of suspension trauma. Rescue Pack The RescuePack is a compact, self contained rescue system which allows a casualty to be recovered by a single rescuer. Once the casualty has been connected, they can be raised or lowered by one person to a safe place. The wide casualty attachment hook can be fastened to various points on the casualty for simplicity and ease of operation. System features: 3.25m Rigid Telescopic Pole, Haul Cam Patented Rope Grab, Karabiner, Pulley, Quadra Rope Device (various lengths available), Protects Anchor Sling, Carrying Bag. Rescue Kits can be customised to suit environmental requirements. NSL also provide essential training for your chosen Rescue Kit. 68

69 SAFETY HARDWARE Double Rope Rig Rescue System Two ropes attached to the lower side of a the Petzl Rigging Plate provide a means by which various rescues can be performed. This system allows a rescuer to be lowered large distances to a casualty (i.e. on a derrick structure); either to simply release the casualty onto the rescue rope or to provide urgent first aid prior to a rescue being carried out. System Features: Two independent Adjustable Webbing Anchor Slings (Petzl Connexon Vario C42V) attached via auto locking (Ball Lock) Karabiners to the top edge of a (Petzl) Rigging Plate. Rescue Kits can be customised to suit environmental requirements. NSL also provide essential training for your chosen Rescue Kit. 69

70 SAFETY HARDWARE Push / Pull Poles Push / Pull Poles are designed to help facilitate handsfree lifting. They are a modified aluminium telescopic boat hook with a rubber buffer at the other end. The hook end can be used at full extension (approximately 2.1m / 7ft) to retrieve tag lines hanging vertically without a load handler having to go too close to a suspended load. The rubber buffer is used to push against suspended loads to guide them, especially when landing loads in tight or congested spaces. Once again, this allows the operator to remain a safe distance from the load until it has landed. The poles would normally be fully retracted (for rigidity) during this type of use where their length is 1.2m / 4ft. However, they can be used half-extended if required but if too much pressure is applied, they will telescope in. Hands Free Safety Awareness Posters are now available. Selected NSL Handbooks contain info on using these poles. Our Rigging & Lifting practical training course now includes the use of these poles. Fully extended for pulling (e.g. retrieving tag lines) Fully retracted for pushing (e.g. guiding loads into tight spaces) 70

71 tel: +44(0) fax: +44(0) CONTACT Approved & Competence for Oil & Gas Industry North Sea Chapter NSL Head Office 42 Queens Road Aberdeen AB15 4YE United Kingdom Contacts International Operations Paul Thomson International Sales Derek Emslie Administration & Bookings Internationsl Technical Support Martin Waite General Enquiries 71