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An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance

Guidelines for Operation & Maintenance of Movable Lifting Gears

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02 - 06 Jun 2025
Abu Dhabi
$5,950
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25 - 29 Aug 2025
Al Ain
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15 - 19 Dec 2025
Dubai
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09 - 13 Feb 2026
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This 5-day, hands-on Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance training course is designed to demonstrate the value that effective operation and maintenance of mobile lifting equipment can bring to engineers and technicians working across industries such as heavy transportation, petroleum, and construction. The course will cover how to use such equipment safely, efficiently, and in an environmentally responsible manner.

The Energy training will focus on best practices for operation and maintenance as recommended by leading equipment manufacturers and industry standards. It will also address selecting the right equipment for specific tasks, retrieving, and interpreting data from equipment manuals.

Key topics covered in this Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance training course include:

  • An overview of various types of modern mobile lifting equipment, such as truck cranes and forklifts, and their applications
  • The importance of selecting the correct lifting equipment for each job
  • A detailed examination of lifting equipment systems and their performance characteristics
  • Emphasis on the safety protocols to be followed when operating different types of lifting equipment

By the end of this Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental safety principles for operating lifting equipment
  • Identify various types of mobile lifting equipment, such as forklifts and mobile cranes, and their specific uses
  • Discuss the functionality and applications of different mobile lifting machines
  • Address stability concerns related to forklifts and truck cranes
  • Explain how stability monitoring systems function in modern forklifts and truck cranes
  • Identify and describe the use of forklift attachments and lifting tackles
  • Perform inspections of lifting tackles, including wire ropes, synthetic slings, clips, hooks, sockets, eyebolts, and hoist rings
  • Conduct standard inspections on truck cranes and generate appropriate reports
  • Understand maintenance practices for forklifts and truck cranes

This Energy training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The daily course sections will be highly interactive and participative. It also involves detailed discussions accompanying the presentation of videos showing the up-to-date technology in mobile cranes, load lifting safety, and mobile cranes maintenance and inspection. Delegates are strongly encouraged to bring and analyse data from their own work domain; this adds greater relevancy to the content.

This Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Load lifting engineers and supervisors
  • Mobile cranes operators
  • Mobile cranes maintenance engineers and technicians
  • Mobile cranes inspectors
  • Load lifting safety engineers and professionals

Day One: Load Lifting Equipment Basics

  • Load lifting safety standards
  • Load lifting certification
  • Load lifting basics: Preparatory work and calculations – selection of equipment and lifting tackles – load hitching - loads hanging – load moving and signalling – Load positioning or stacking
  • Qualifications and skills of lifting equipment operators

Day Two: Lifting Tackles

  • Wire ropes
    • Types and classification – Construction – Grades – Lays - Safety factor – Sizing – Aging – Maintenance – Safety precautions – Inspection
  • Rigging slings
    • Working Load Limit (WLL)- Hitches (Single – Bridle – Basket – Choker - Applications) - Synthetic slings (Types – Grades - Applications) - Sling tables and sling leg load - Unequal sling lengths and centre of gravity - Sling shock load
  • Clips and Schackles
    • Standards - Wire rope clips types (U bolt – fist grip) - Clips number and installation - Types of schackles (Screw anchor – Chain anchor - Schackle rules - Schackles for synthetic slings)
  • Hooks
    • Standards - Hooks loading – Load limit - Types (Wide schackle – Sizes – Material – Grade)
  • Sockets
    • Types: Headache ball – Wedge – Applications
  • Eye bolts and Hoist Rings
    • Working load - Types - Alignment - Applications

Day Three: Forklift Operation and Maintenance

  • Forklift types (Stand up rider – Sit down rider – Motorized hand pallet jack – Rough terrain)
  • Forklift layout and components
  • Forklift stability and modern stability monitoring systems
  • Forklift operating hazards
  • Forklift operations (Pre-operation checks – Picking up the load – Travelling with load – load placement – Moving on ramps – Crossing railroads – Parking)
  • Forklift hazards
  • Forklift attachments (Side shifters – carton clamp – Drum rotator – Paper roll clamp – bar arm clamp – pallet handler – Pull and push - …)
  • Forklift safety standards

Day Four: Mobile Truck Cranes

  • Types of mobile crane
    • Telescopic boom (Rough terrain - Carry deck – Pick& carry – Carrier mounted – Crawler – Truck mounted)
    • Lattice boom (Carrier mounted – Crawler – Truck mounted – Long reach)
  • Mobile crane identification
  • Mobile crane layout and components
  • Load charts
  • Reeving load blocks
  • Mobile crane stability and operation quadrants
  • Mobile crane Operation
    • Pre-lift operations (Selection of proper crane - Critical lift criteria and preparation Boom length & radius & angle – Ground bearing capacity checking – Load and rigging – Environment conditions – Selection of operator and signalling person – Lift plan checklist – Lift plan drawing – Site preparation)
    • Safe operating procedure (crane levelling – load rigging – load lifting – load moving – load positioning)
    • Data hazard sheet
    • Safety systems

Day Five: Maintenance and Inspection of Mobile Lifting Equipment

  • Mobile cranes Maintenance
    • Basics of mechanical maintenance
    • Pre-delivery maintenance of mobile cranes
    • In-service maintenance intervals and operations
    • Maintenance personnel qualification and skills
    • Maintenance information and records
  • Inspection
    • Crane data
    • Crane manual and records
    • Pre-inspection operations
    • Crane set-up
    • Load charts
    • Crane inspection components
    • Assessment of crane condition

Mobile Lifting Equipment Operation and Maintenance Training Course FAQ's

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Our industry leading training courses cover the entire energy ecosystem, from conventional energy, to renewables. Regardless of where you are in the renewable sector, from start-up to NOC – our goal is to provide our clients with future-proof professional training and development to help you lead in navigate the energy transition. We are supporting clients within the conventional energy industry, such as those in oil gas adopt and implement effective strategies and systems to reduce their carbon footprint and emissions. We also deliver training and run bespoke programs for clients who may be making a larger scale transition into the renewable energy market. For those organisations who are growing or are fully established in the renewable energy space we offer professional development training to further their knowledge and skills, and ensure they are up-to-date with industry standards and regulations.

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While we do not provide job placement services after the training course, we are confident that our programme equips you with the necessary tools and knowledge to enhance your career prospects and promote career growth. Our training course are designed to empower you with valuable skills and expertise to excel in your chosen field.

Yes, here are the following options we can offer to assist you:

  • Corporate Discount – We can extend our corporate discount to participants staying at the same hotel, if we have any. Please enquire about the availability of this discount when you register for the training course.
  • Nearby Hotel Suggestions – If you prefer other accommodations, we can provide a list of nearby hotels to suit your needs and budget.

Feel free to go through hotel booking platforms on the internet to find the most cost-effective for you.

Yes, we provide assistance by issuing a Letter of Invitation stating that you are confirmed to attend our training.

We offer multiple international training venues, which can be accessed via the following link: https://energytraining.ae/training-locations
 
Our training courses are conducted at partnered hotels located within the specified training areas. Please note that venue assignments may vary based on availability. For the most current information, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

We value transparency and are happy to provide our instructor’s profiles upon request. If you would like to learn more about our instructor’s’ qualifications, expertise, and experiences, please email us at [email protected].

Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.

Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.

We offer two main training formats to cater to different preferences and needs: 

  • Classroom Training Delivery – Our traditional classroom-based training courses provide a face-to-face learning experience with subject matter experts. You’ll benefit form in-person interactions, hands-on exercises, and a structured classroom environment.
  • Online Training Delivery – We also offer convenient live/online training courses that you can access from anywhere with a stable internet connection. These courses provided flexibility and allow you to learn anywhere, making them suitable for busy schedules or remote learning.
Upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours.

Certainly, we do provide corporate rates tailored for organizations seeking to enrol multiple employees in our training programs. To facilitate this, we encourage you to make a formal request via email addressed to [email protected]. We’ll be delighted to discuss and offer a suitable arrangement for your corporate needs.

Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]

Classroom
  • Tuition fee for a 5-day training course
  • Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training
  • Meeting at a hotel venue corresponding to your chosen session
  • Welcome food and drinks, AM / PM snack, and Lunch
  • Digital course materials (e-Tablet)
  • Course completion certificates
  • Designing and administration of Pre-& Post Course Assessments
  • Preparation of participant’s Performance and Appraisal Report, if required
  • Issuance of Letter of Invitation for delegates needed visa processing, if required
Online
  • Tuition fee for a 5-day online training course
  • Provision of a world-class subject matter expert to deliver this training through live/virtual delivery
  • An electronic copy of the training manual and relevant hand-outs
  • Issuance of The Energy Training Centre e-Certificate of Completion
  • Administration of Pre-& Post Workshop Assessments
  • Link access of online platform acceptable to both parties

We offer two convenient payment options:

  • Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
  • Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.

Yes, we do allow registration transfers in the event that you are unable to attend the training course. To initiate a transfer, please send us an official email requesting the change. We’ll guide you through the transfer process and ensure a smooth transition of your registration to another eligible participant.

Upon receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.

  • Joining Instructions
  • Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)

 

There are two convenient options to register for a training course:

  • Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
  • Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.

Our training course sessions are scheduled and posted on our website for your convenience. However, we understand that there may be specific requirement for your group. If you have a preferred venue and specific training dates in mind, please feel free to propose them to us by clicking on the button “Propose you preferred location & date” of your preferred training course.

Our course timings slightly vary between the cities we offer our training courses. Please let us know of your preferred course and session (dates/venue) through email at [email protected]. Alternatively, you may call/WhatsApp us at +971 50 746 0956.

We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggest a suitable course timing for all.

Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.

Our training programmes are designed to be concise yet comprehensive, focusing on professional development. The duration varies based on the specific course content and objectives – we normally offer programmes between 5 – 10 days. However, our emphasis lies in delivering interactive and engaging sessions that prioritize depth of learning within a condensed timeframe. This approach ensures participants acquire substantial knowledge and skills efficiently.

We have been assessed by TUV Rheinland Middle East FZE and comply with Quality Management System standards – ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 29993:2017, ensuring a commitment to quality and excellence in our operations and services.

Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:

  • Power & Utilities
  • Oil & Gas
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government and Regulatory bodies
  • Manufacturing & Production Industry

Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.

Yes, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.

  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.

  • Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.

These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.

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