Training with Certex - where learning never stops

Certex has established a reputation for running quality training which is second to none. Our courses never stand still and are directly relevant to trading conditions today. In an increasingly competitive world, costs must be continually reduced without compromising safety. There is no better way to prepare for this challenge than through a Certex industry-standard course.

For further information on courses including prices, course dates/locations and a booking form simply contact your local branch of Certex. As well as our standard courses other courses can be arranged to meet customers specific needs.

Rope Examination

Obtain a thorough understanding of wire rope constructions, performance, applications, and factors which cause deterioration. On completion of the course participants will be able to determine whether or not a wire rope is suitable for continued service.
Code: TR-REC (1 Day)

Lifting Gear Inspection

Recent changes to legislation (LOLER) are reflected in this course, which enables participants to apply the statutory requirements for inspection, rejection and reporting of lifting gear in service.
Code: TR-LGI (2 Days)

Lifting Equipment Appreciation

This course is ideal for people such as purchasers and specifiers who need to be aware of the issues relating to lifting gear today. It gives a general understanding of the different types of lifting equipment, current legislation, and the best working practices involved with inspection, maintenance and safe use.
Code: TR-LEA (1 Day)

Lifting & Slinging Safely

Obtain a general understanding of the legal requirements and safe-working practices (including pre-use inspection) relating to mechanical lifting. On completion of the course participants will be able to apply slinging methods safely and successfully.
Code: TR-LSS (2 Days)

Wire Rope Splicing

These specialized courses give a thorough understanding of the legal requirements and safe-working practices relating to the splicing of wire ropes, enabling successful participants to undertake the splicing skill safely and successfully. Mechanical splices differ from hand splices in that they include compressed ferrules in the termination.
Code: TR-WRMS (3 Days) Mech Splicing
Code: TR-WRHS (2 Days) Hand Splicing

Wire Rope Socketing

The latest changes related to legislation and safe working practices are reflected in these courses. On completion participants will be able to apply the socketing skill safely and efficiently. Resin and White metal are the two mediums used in socket terminations.
Code: TR-SOR (3 Days) Resin
Code: TR-SOW (3 Days) White Metal

Crane Inspection

This course gives a thorough understanding of the legal requirements and safe working practices used for the inspection of a variety of different cranes. Specific courses are available, enabling participants to inspect particular types of crane safely and successfully.
Code: TR-CIPED (3 Days) Pedestal
Code: TR-CIMOB (3 Days) Mobile
Code: TR-CIOH (3 Days) Overhead
Code: TR-CICR (3 Days) Crawler

Container Inspection

Obtain a practical working knowledge of CCU (Cargo Carrying Unit) inspection relevant to the daily shipping of freight using all kinds of containers. On completion, the course participants, will be familiar with the relevant legislation and will be able to undertake inspections safely and successfully.
Code: TR-CON (1 Day)

Rigging Loft Management

With this course participants will gain a thorough understanding of the issues relating to the management of a rigging loft, including current legislation, risk assessment, examination and inspection, and the recording and registration of lifting equipment.
Code: TR-RLM (2 Days)

LOLER and related Legislation

The recently implemented legislation of LOLER (Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations) is thoroughly covered by this course. It gives a comprehensive insight into this vital legislation and how it can be practically implemented in relation to your business.
Code: TR-LOLER (1 Day)

Note: Certificates will be awarded to successful participants on completion of a course, some of which include practical or written examinations. Certain courses are approved by the Construction Industry Training Board (C.I.T.B), for grant purposes only.