Qualification

Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor

The Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in supervising lifting activities, coordinating lifting teams, evaluating hazards, checking equipment and supporting safe lifting plans.

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Overview

About this qualification

The Level 2 Award in Lifting Supervisor offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in supervising lifting activities, coordinating lifting teams, evaluating hazards, checking equipment and supporting safe lifting plans.

Professional development
Professional development Build practical knowledge for real-world opportunities

Career-focused

Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. Lifting Operations Fundamentals
  2. Lifting-Supervisor Responsibilities
  3. Lifting Hazard Identification
  4. Risk Assessment
  5. Method Statements
  6. Slings and Shackles
  7. Hooks and Hoists
  8. Crane Awareness
  9. Lifting-Equipment Inspection
  10. Load Calculations
  11. Basic Lift Planning
  12. Site Preparation
  13. Hand Signals
  14. Radio Communication
  15. Team Coordination
  16. Overload and Stability Hazards
  17. Environmental Conditions
  18. Emergency Procedures
  19. Incident Reporting
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • Lifting Supervisors
  • Site Supervisors
  • Lifting Coordinators
  • QA/QC Inspectors
  • Safety Officers
  • Construction and Industrial Personnel
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop lifting-supervision competence.
  • Improve lifting-risk assessment.
  • Strengthen equipment-inspection awareness.
  • Develop lift-planning knowledge.
  • Improve communication and team coordination.
  • Strengthen emergency-response practices.
Assessment

How this qualification is assessed

The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.

  • Assessment Type: Written examination, practical lifting-supervision project and viva.
  • Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies, hands-on lifting-supervision project and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical project and 1 viva.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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