CPCS A61 Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) Course

Price: £1,234 +VAT | €1,350
Duration: 4 Days (+ 1 Day CPCS Testing)
Location: Portadown, Northern Ireland | Dublin, Ireland | On-Site 

The CPCS A61 Appointed Person Training Course is designed to give candidates the knowledge and practical skills required to plan, manage and oversee lifting operations safely and in compliance with industry regulations.

This qualification is a key requirement for anyone responsible for lifting operations in construction, civil engineering, or industrial settings.

Who Should Attend

This A61 Appointed Person course is suitable for:

• Supervisors, managers, and engineers involved in lifting operations
• Personnel responsible for planning and supervising crane lifts
• Those seeking a CPCS A61 Red Card as part of their lifting operations competence

The course aims to educate appointed persons about their legal responsibilities and provide the knowledge needed to plan and oversee lifting operations safely in line with BS 7121 – Safe Use of Cranes.

Prerequisites

• CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test (Managers & Professionals Level) – passed within 2 years of the course start date.
• Relevant crane or lifting operations experience, as per BS 7121 recommendations.

Course Aim

The CPCS A61 Appointed Person Training provides fundamental knowledge on how to plan, manage, and execute safe crane operations.
By the end of the course, delegates will be confident in fulfilling their appointed person lifting operations responsibilities and ensuring compliance with relevant codes of practice.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, delegates will be able to:

• Observe regulations and codes of practice
• Follow safe systems of work, including method statements and lift plans
• Understand crane documentation, stability, duty charts, and safety devices
• Recognise the roles of the Appointed Person and other lift team members
• Plan lifting operations in accordance with BS 7121
• Appreciate different types of cranes, including tower cranes
• Take personal responsibility for safe lifting operations

Assessment Methods

• Theory Lessons
• Classroom-Based Exercises
• CPCS Theory and Practical Tests

Accreditation

Upon successful completion, candidates can undertake the CPCS A61 Theory and Practical Tests to achieve the CPCS Red Card for Appointed Person (Lifting Operations).

• Qualification: CPCS A61 Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
• Validity: 2 Years (Red Card) – candidates can progress to the Blue Competent Operator Card via NVQ Level 6.

Why Choose This Course

• Delivered by experienced industry trainers
• Covers both theory and real-world lifting scenarios
• Available in Portadown, Dublin, or on your site
• Meets CPCS and BS 7121 standards