Safe Use of Winch Operations (EUSR)

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for managers, supervisors and operatives to ensure the safe & correct use of Winches that can be utilised by operatives and to prevent injury to the public and other operatives.

Prerequisites

Familiarity in the principles of winch operations

Aims

The aim of this training course is to ensure the safe, correct use of winches when pulling/winching that can be utilised during utility network construction operations and to prevent injury to personnel and the public.​

Objectives

• Understanding of Legislation​
• Safe use of Winches​
• Identify different types of Winches​
• Identify and operate safety features​
• Safe installation of cables​

During the duration of the course candidates will cover:

• Introduction to Winching – Overview of winch types, components, and applications.
• Legislation & Standards – Relevant regulations, LOLER, PUWER, manufacturer guidance, PPE.
• Different Winch Types – Overview of the different types of winches available.
• Pre-Use Checks – Daily inspections, defect reporting, documentation.
• Emergency Procedures – Failures, entrapment, communication protocols.
• Winch & Drum Setup & Positioning – Anchor points, rigging, load path, rollers, jacks, environmental considerations.
• Load Management – Load weight, angles, friction, mechanical advantage.
• Operating the Winch – Controls, communication, load handling, emergency stops.
• Post-Use Procedures – Shutdown, storage, maintenance reporting.

Duration

1 Day