Training in safe lifting and slinging of loads
Ensure your team’s safety, comply with the Working Conditions Act, and minimize risks.
A moment of inattention during lifting operations can have catastrophic consequences: serious accidents, costly damage to equipment and production downtime. As an employer, you are required under the Working Conditions Act to instruct your employees on these risks.
With Mennens’ training course on safe hoisting and securing loads, you are not only investing in knowledge, but in demonstrable control and operational safety. Our certified experts teach your team how to identify and manage risks and get the job done safely.
Registration for Dutch-speaking participants
Deze training wordt standaard gegeven in het Nederlands. Wil je je inschrijven voor deze training? Dat kan direct via onderstaande knop.
Registration for English-speaking participants
We can also deliver this training in English on request. Would you like this training to be delivered in English? If so, please contact us to discuss the options.
Why this training is essential for your business
This training is more than just a requirement. It is a strategic investment that delivers immediate results and fosters a strong safety culture.
Everything you need to know about the Safe Lifting and Slinging of Loads training
- Course duration: 4 hours
- Number of participant: maximum of 8 per group
- Times: 08:00-12:00 or 13:00-17:00
- Location: Safe Site Expertise Center (on-site is possible)
- Language: Dutch
- Prerequisites: None
- Certificate: Valid for 5 years
Why this training is essential for your operations
This training is more than an obligation. It is a strategic investment that delivers immediate results:
Minimize risks: Significantly reduce the likelihood of accidents, equipment damage, and the associated fines and insurance issues.
Ensure compliance: Meet the requirements of the Working Conditions Act (Article 8) and be prepared for any audit by the Labor Inspectorate or certification bodies.
Increase uptime: Well-trained employees use equipment more correctly, extending its lifespan and reducing unexpected downtime due to rejection.
Build a strong safety culture: Invest in the competence and awareness of your people. A safe team is a productive and motivated team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, indirectly. Article 8 of the Working Conditions Act requires employers to provide “adequate instruction” on the tasks to be performed and the associated risks. This course is the most effective way to meet that obligation.
The certificate has a recommended validity of 5 years. This is the industry standard to ensure that employees’ knowledge remains up to date and that you can demonstrate compliance.
The focus is on building competence. If a participant does not pass the assessment, we review the results together and advise on an appropriate follow-up, such as additional instruction or a retake.
Yes, flexibility is a core value. We schedule the training in consultation with you, including outside regular office hours, to minimize the impact on your operations. Contact us to discuss the possibilities.
Absolutely. Our trainers are EKH-certified inspectors, and the course content is fully based on current EKH working guidelines and relevant NEN and ISO standards. You will learn to work according to the highest industry standards.
Ready for maximum operational reliability?
Don’t wait for an incident to force you into action. Take control of the safety and compliance of your lifting operations today. Choose the assurance of EKH-certified experts.
