Free NVQ Level 4 Lifting Operations Supervisor in Taunton – University Centre Somerset

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryWork based
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyNOCN awarding body

About this course

Free NVQ Level 4 Lifting Operations Supervisor course. Work-based training at your workplace. You study while you work, so there is no need to take time away from the job.

The course covers supervising and planning lifting operations on construction sites. You will learn how to assess risks, manage lifting teams, and ensure lifts are carried out safely. It typically takes around one year to complete.

You'll finish with an NOCN NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations (Construction) at Level 4.

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll plan and organise lifting operations on construction sites.
  • You'll assess risks before and during lifting activities.
  • You'll supervise lifting teams and coordinate with other site workers.
  • You'll check that equipment is suitable and safe to use.
  • You'll apply relevant health and safety legislation to lifting work.
  • You'll communicate lifting plans clearly to your team and site management.

How you will learn

You are assessed in your workplace. An assessor will observe you carrying out lifting operations on site. You will also build a portfolio of evidence showing your competence. This may include records, witness statements, and professional discussion with your assessor. All assessment is based on real work you do in your job role.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Appointed person (lifting), manages and plans crane and lifting operations on site.
  • Lifting supervisor, oversees safe lifting on construction and civil engineering projects.
  • Site manager, takes responsibility for day-to-day construction site operations.
  • Crane coordinator, plans and coordinates crane lifts across large construction projects.
  • Logistics manager (construction), manages the movement of materials and equipment on site.

What you could study next

  • Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Management, a step toward senior site management roles.
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate, adds a recognised health and safety qualification to your lifting expertise.
  • CSCS Gold Card, demonstrates skilled-worker status and is required on many construction sites.