Wire Rope Training

Those with a working knowledge of wire ropes and involved in the inspection, statutory examination, and/or safe use of wire rope in service. It is also suitable for those who are involved with, or give advice to, users of wire rope and associated equipment/products.

Aim

The aims of the course are to provide selected delegates with:

• The skills and knowledge needed to apply the statutory requirements for examination and/or removal of wire rope in service.
• A thorough grounding of wire rope construction, effects on rope performance and applications, and factors causing rope deterioration.
• A thorough knowledge of safe use and handling of wire rope in accordance with their operations and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Training Objectives

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Apply the statutory requirements for examination of wire rope in service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wire rope terminology, constructions, characteristics and effect on rope performance, safe use & handling, and applications, through a short written test.
• Get the best out of their products whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• Carry out wire rope examinations.

Course Content

• The Responsibilities and Primary Functions of a Rope Examiner
• Wire Rope Manufacturing – an introduction to manufacturing processes and testing
• Rope terminology – up to date information on the different types of rope available, how they are designated and how they are classified (includes the proposed new European Standards)
• A practical assessment of steel wire rope characteristics including an appreciation of rope strength, flexibility, fatigue, wear, abrasion, rotation and elongation.
• Rope terminations Good, bad and indifferent.
• Rope Deterioration
• Examination Procedure
• Discard Criteria
• Cumulative (combined) effects of discard
• Examination records and reports
• Examples of used (failed) wire ropes (a black museum)
• A written examination
• Practical Examination of used Wire Rope samples

Qualifications/Experience of Trainers

The course was designed and is presented by leading wire rope consultants with expert knowledge and experience of wire rope systems world-wide.

Achievement Measurement

This two and a half day course includes a short written confirmation test and, on the final day, a practical assessment leading to certification on successful completion.

Days: 2 1/2

Ratio: 12:1

The aims of the course are to provide selected delegates with:

• The skills and knowledge needed to apply the statutory requirements for examination and/or removal of wire rope in service.
• A thorough grounding of wire rope construction, effects on rope performance and applications, and factors causing rope deterioration.
• A thorough knowledge of safe use and handling of wire rope in accordance with their operations and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Training Objectives

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Apply the statutory requirements for examination of wire rope in service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wire rope terminology, constructions, characteristics and effect on rope performance, safe use & handling, and applications, through a short written test.
• Get the best out of their products whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wire rope examinations.

Course Content

• The Responsibilities and Primary Functions of a Rope Examiner
• Wire Rope Manufacturing – an introduction to manufacturing processes and testing.
• Rope terminology – up to date information on the different types of rope available, how they are designated and how they are classified.
• A practical assessment of steel wire rope characteristics including an appreciation of rope strength, flexibility, fatigue, wear, abrasion, rotation and elongation.
• Rope terminations. Good, bad and indifferent.
• Rope Deterioration
• Examination Procedure
  Discard Criteria
• Cumulative (combined) effects of discard
• Examination records and reports
• Examples of used (failed) wire ropes (a black museum)
• A written examination

Achievement Measurement

This two & half-day course includes a written confirmation test leading to certification on successful completion.

The course is designed to refresh the skills and knowledge of delegates who have successfully completed a full Carl Stahl Evita Wire Rope Inspection course within the last 3-5 years.

Equivalent inspection courses conducted by other training organisations may be considered acceptable as a pre qualification for this course. (Please refer details and dates to Carl Stahl Evita normally we would require proof of certification in this situation)

Aim

The aim of the course is to provide selected delegates with:

• The skills and knowledge needed to apply the statutory requirements for examination and/or removal of wire rope in service.
• A thorough grounding of wire rope construction, effects on rope performance and applications, and factors causing rope deterioration.
• A thorough knowledge of safe use and handling of wire rope in accordance with their operations and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Training Objectives

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Apply the statutory requirements for examination of wire rope in service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wire rope terminology, constructions, characteristics and effect on rope performance, safe use & handling, and applications, through a short written test.
• Get the best out of their products whilst maintaining a safe working environment.
• Carry out wire rope examinations.

Course Content

The Responsibilities and Primary Functions of a Rope Examiner:

• Rope terminology – up to date information on the different types of rope available, how they are designated and how they are classified (includes the proposed new European Standards)
• A practical assessment of steel wire rope characteristics including an appreciation of rope strength, flexibility, fatigue, wear, abrasion, rotation and elongation.
• Rope terminations – types and discard criteria
• Rope Deterioration
• Examination Procedure
• Discard Criteria
• Cumulative (combined) effects of discard
• Examination records and reports
• Practical Examination of used Wire Rope samples

Achievement Measured

The one day course includes a practical assessment leading to certification on successful completion.

Companies/Units who require employee training on the examination and safe use of wire rope carried out at their premises. Specifically those who require an overall appreciation of the wire ropes in service and likely to be involved in the inspection, statutory examination, and/or safe use of those ropes. It is also suitable for those who are involved with, or give advice to, users of wire rope and associated equipment/products.

Aim

The aims of the course are to provide selected delegates with:

• An appreciation of rope examinations and rejection criteria for steel wire ropes in service
• A grounding of relevant wire rope construction, effects on rope performance and applications, and factors causing rope deterioration.
• Knowledge of safe use and handling of wire rope in accordance with their operations

Training Objectives

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of examination principles of wire rope in service.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant wire rope terminology, constructions, characteristics and effect on rope performance, safe use & handling, and applications, through a short written test.
• Get the best out of their products whilst maintaining a safe working environment.

Course Content

• A short introduction to various wire ropes, manufacturing, constructions and applications
• An Introduction to rope terminology, the different types of ropes, how they are designated and how they are classified
• A practical assessment of steel wire ropes including an appreciation of rope strength, flexibility, fatigue, wear, abrasion, rotation and elongation
  An introduction to rope terminations
• Rope Deterioration
  An overview of wire rope examination, discard criteria, and problems resulting from misuse and abuse.
• A short written test

Ratio of Delegates to Presenters

Maximum 12 to 1

Achievement Measurement

This one-day course includes a written confirmation test leading to certification of attendance on successful completion.

Days: 1
Ratio: 12:1

Those involved in the inspection, statutory examination, and/or safe use of wire rope fitted to vehicle lift equipment. It is also suitable for those who are involved with, or give advice to, users of vehicle lifts incorporating wire rope.

Aim

The aims of the course are to provide selected delegates with:

• The skills and knowledge needed to apply the statutory requirements for examination and/or removal of wire rope in service.
• A thorough grounding of wire rope construction, effects on rope performance and applications, and factors causing rope deterioration.
• A thorough knowledge of safe use and handling of Wire rope in accordance with Vehicle Lifts and the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act.

Training Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• Apply the statutory requirements for examination of wire rope in service specifically related to vehicle lift ropes.
• Demonstrate knowledge of wire rope terminology, constructions, characteristics and effect on rope performance, safe use & handling.
• Get the best out of their products whilst maintaining a safe working environment. Benefits of lubrication etc.
• Carry out wire rope examinations

Course Content

• The Responsibilities and Primary Functions of a Vehicle Lift Rope Examiner
• Vehicle lift Rope terminology – enabling the delegate to read and understand a wire rope test certificate
• A practical assessment of steel wire rope characteristics including an appreciation of rope strength, flexibility, fatigue, wear, abrasion, rotation.
• Vehicle lift rope terminations – types and discard criteria
• Rope Deterioration
• Examination Procedure
• Discard Criteria.

Duration

1 Day

Ratio of Delegates to Presenters

Maximum 12 to 1

Qualifications/Experience of Trainers

The course is designed and presented by a wire rope industry subject matter expert

Certification

The one day course includes certification on successful completion. Additionally a credit card sized proof of training will be provided for each delegate.

Course Materials will include a wire rope inspection handbook and inspection checklist

Days: 1

Ratio: 12:1

Those who are involved with the handling, installation and maintenance of steel wire ropes.

Aim and Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of:

• The risks and warnings associated with the handling, storage, selection, installation and maintenance of steel wire ropes.
• Safe working practices and procedures involved in handling wire rope.
• Personal responsibilities for their own health and safety, their colleagues and other persons on site.

Course Content

• Storage of steel wire ropes
• Certification and marking
• Handling and Installation to include; Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), rope selection criteria and section of the correct wire rope, initial examination of new rope and related equipment (Drum, Pulleys, Rope Guards, Wear Plates etc.), movement and handling of wire rope prior to installation, installation procedures, cutting and splicing and terminations.
• Inspection and Maintenance.
• Possible faults caused by incorrect installation.
• Wire rope discard criteria.
• Risks and Warnings.

Course Duration

One day

Achievement Measurement

A certification of attendance is issued to participants on successful completion.

Days: 1

Ratio: 6:1

Those involved in the maintenance and socketing of wire ropes.

Aim

The aim of the course is to provide delegates with a thorough grounding of the legal requirements and safe working practices pertaining to resin socketing of wire ropes and to teach them the practical skills involved.

Objectives

By the end of the course delegates will be able to:

• Recognise various socketing applications.
• Select the tools and equipment required for socketing.
• Carry out preparation successfully.
• Make suitable measurements.
• Select a suitable socket for the job.
• Mix resin
• Carry out resin socketing using approved methods and procedures.

Course Content

• Legal Requirements. A reference to all the legal documents underlining relevant responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act, Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER)
• Socketing Applications. An explanation of various relevant socketing applications. Factors influencing choice, assessing the operation and socket selection.
• Socketing methods & procedures. Including preparation, measurements, serving etc.
• Mixing and pouring of Resin.
• Socketing practices with ongoing assessment.

Duration

2 Days

Qualifications/Experience of Trainers

The course is presented by fully qualified, multi-skilled engineers and technicians all of whom have many years experience of wire rope production and maintenance.

Achievement Measurement

The course focuses on customers’ specific requirements i.e. Type of wire rope to be socketed and experience of trainees attending. Trainers employ the practical methods of instruction, explanation, demonstration, imitation and practice with ongoing assessment leading to certification on successful completion.

Special Requirements

Please advise type, construction and size of wire rope/strand used, if known, prior to booking.

Days: 2
Ratio: 6:1