Who should attend
This course is aimed at supervisors and managers with responsibility for lifting operations. This course will give you an understanding of the appointed person’s responsibilities and how to fulfil them.
They will achieve a red CPCS Trained Operator card on passing the CPCS technical tests at the end of the course.
If you already hold the CPCS A40 Slinger/Signaller category, you will also achieve the CPCS Code A62 Crane Supervisor qualification.
Course information
Course content
Entry requirements
Learners must have passed the Managers & Professionals Health, Safety and Environment Test within the last 2 years, prior to course start date.
You should have sufficient experience of cranes to meet the requirements specified in British standard 7121 Safe Use of Cranes.
Good understanding of spoken and written English.
Assessment
Four days learning through a mix of classroom-based teaching and practical exercises, followed by one day assessment - CPCS technical tests.
Certification
Learners will receive a Red CPCS Trained Operator Card on passing the CPCS technical tests, valid for two years.
After gaining on-site experience, you must complete an Appointed Persons NVQ Level 5 within two years to apply for the blue CPCS Competence Card which is renewable every five years.