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Starting 18 November 2025

Delivered by digital learning over 12 months

Starting 18 November 2025

Delivered by digital learning over 12 months

This is the ideal distance-learning course for those in heavy lift operations and supporting sectors.

Professional development for those working in heavy lift operations or supporting sectors

In Partnership with North Kent College

Master Heavy Lift Operations in 12 Months

▶️Anytime, Anywhere Access

Access training materials at any time and from any location, accommodating different time-zones and personal schedules.

▶️Self-Paced Learning

Learn at your own pace, spending more time on challenging topics and less on familiar ones.

▶️Industry Experts

Learn from the insights of industry experts alongside professionals across the industry for multi-dimensional perspectives.

Gain industry-leading expertise on the effective heavy lift operations

  • Heavy Lift Project Lifecycle: Describe the entire process of a heavy lift project from planning to completion, including the principles of heavy lifting, jacking, rigging, and cargo securing.
  • Equipment and Physics: Explain different types of heavy lift equipment, their functions, and applications, while evaluating the impact of dimensions, gravity, and weight on operations.
  • Operational Considerations: Discuss suspension and stability, the use of load charts, relevant maritime regulations, health and safety requirements, and the various standards, codes, rules, and guidelines applicable to heavy lift and project cargo operations.
  • Maintenance and Safety: Explain how to maintain heavy lift and associated equipment, apply preventive maintenance programs, and identify issues involved in heavy lift accidents to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Starting 18 November 2025

Delivered by digital learning over 12 months

Accelerate your career progression today

100% Online

  • Accessible – 24/7 availability from wherever you have an internet connection
  • Flexible – take control of where, when, how and the rate at which you study
  • Professional – industry leading course directors and tutors
  • Quality – study the same course used by corporations for internal training
  • Network – with tutors and like-minded professionals from around the world
  • Save money – no additional travel or accommodation costs

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The Certificate in Heavy Lift teaches you the key principles involved in heavy lift operations

16 weeks | Online | Starts 14 November 2023