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265 Hackensack St
Wood Ridge, New Jersey 07075 USA
SAFETY IS NOT A CHOICE, IT'S A RESPONSIBILITY WE OWE TO OURSELVES AND THOSE AROUND US
Lifting Inspector
- January 01, 2026 - December 31, 2026
- Flexible Timings
- Open Enrollments
- Online Zoom Sessions or LMS
- +1 689 286 3561
- info@amiosp.com
Course Overview
The Lifting Inspector course by the American Institute of Safety Professionals is designed for supervisors, safety professionals, and competent persons to understand OSHA regulations proficiency on safe lifting operations (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC - Cranes and Derricks in Construction and §1926.251 - Rigging Equipment for Material Handling). Participants learn to inspect cranes, hoists, slings, shackles, hooks, and other rigging components to identify signs of wear, deformation, corrosion, and safety defects. This lesson underscores the responsibility of the employer to safety maintain and operation equipment, train qualified personnel, and control hazards to prevent suspended load accidents. Attendees learn practical skills for pre-use inspections, inspection documentation, enforcement of corrective actions, and tagging, removing, or repairing defective equipment to ensure it is not operational. The course addresses safe lifting, load handling, rigging techniques, and environmental factors that affect lifting operations, such as wind, load stability and safe distance to power lines, as stated in §1926.1400 - Cranes and Derricks Safety.
Safety measures are followed concerning load capacities, signaling, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep workers safe from crushing, falling, and striking hazards and ensure personal safety. Once the course is completed, the proactive identification and control of lifting hazards, as well as the maintenance of equipment and the structured inspection programs, build a strong culture of accountability, proactive hazard control, and compliance with regulations that improve safety and productivity for construction site operations.
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding of lifting principles: The program covers the fundamentals of lifting, including how to calculate weight and balance, how to select and inspect lifting equipment, and how to plan and execute lifting operations safely.
- Knowledge of lifting regulations: The program covers regulations and standards related to lifting, including OSHA requirements for lifting safety in the workplace.
- Improved inspection skills: Upon completion of the program, you will have improved your inspection skills, including increased proficiency in inspecting lifting equipment, improved problem-solving skills, and better decision-making abilities.
- Understanding of the role of lifting inspections in construction and industrial operations: The program covers the importance of lifting inspections in construction and industrial operations, including how to identify potential hazards related to lifting operations and how to ensure that lifting equipment is in good working order.
- Knowledge of lifting best practices: The program covers best practices for lifting, including how to properly inspect lifting equipment, how to properly secure loads, and how to properly train workers in lifting safety.
Mode of Delivery
Participants will receive online training through Microsoft Teams and LMS. Courses are offered by accredited broadcasters and backed by expert instruction and official study materials. All assessments are conducted online and successful participants are awarded certificates that are accepted internationally.
Course Content
Training should emphasize on the following contents;
- Introduction: Overview of lifting and hoisting and its importance in the construction and industrial industries, OSHA regulations and standards relevant to lifting and hoisting, importance of proper inspection and maintenance of lifting equipment.
- Lifting Fundamentals: Understanding the basic principles of lifting, including load weight and center of gravity, identifying and evaluating potential hazards in lifting operations, proper use and maintenance of lifting equipment.
- Inspection and Maintenance: Conducting daily and periodic inspections of lifting equipment, proper documentation and record-keeping requirements, identifying and addressing equipment defects and malfunctions.
- Lifting Planning and Procedures: Proper planning for lifting operations, procedures for lifting set up, assembly, and disassembly, procedures for entering and exiting lifting equipment.
- Load Control and Hoisting: Understanding the principles of load control and hoisting, identifying and addressing load control and hoisting hazards, proper use of hoist signals and communication.
- Emergency Preparedness and Response: Identifying and planning for potential emergency situations in lifting operations, developing and implementing emergency response plans, training workers on emergency procedures.
- Regulations and Standards: Understanding OSHA and other regulatory requirements for lifting and hoisting, identifying and addressing non-compliance issues, keeping current with changes in regulations and standards.
Entry Requirements
This program follows global workplace health and safety standards, and is taught by industry experts. Successful students receive an American Institute of Safety Professionals accredited certificate which is recognized by several employers and regulatory bodies.
Graduates receive a master certificate, course completion certificate (if applicable), an official transcript, a wallet card, and access to a professional safety network which promotes ongoing learning and career growth.
Program Duration
The program is designed to offer flexible online learning with a minimum instructional contact time of 8 hours. Most learners successfully complete the course within one month, allowing them to progress at their own pace while balancing professional commitments.
Examination
Candidates can take this exam through an assigned portal from the American Institute of Safety Professionals. A passing score is 70% or higher, and exam results are provided right after by email to the address provided.
The exam is open-book, allowing candidates to validate their answers. Any candidates who do not pass have 1 month after their exam to go through the training materials and can take the exam 3 additional times.
Additional Information
For questions about American Institute of Safety Professionals online fees, replacement certificates, additional hardbound materials or any other financial-related issues please feel free to contact accounts@amiosp.com
What You Will Get
Why Choose American Institute of Safety Professionals's Qualifications
Excellence in Training Solutions
Quality training focuses on developing high safety culture in practical ways. Construction Safety Recognition and Management teaches participants how to build and sustain safety recognition systems to encourage and reward safe behaviors and personal accountability.
Expected Learning Results
- Understanding safety recognition and reward systems
- Basic design components of effective incentive programs
- Employee involvement and communication
- Action and assessment of safety programs
- Perfect for managers and supervisors, safety professionals, and anyone in charge of occupational safety.
Dedicated Support & Response
Each client is assigned a dedicated account manager to provide personalized guidance and expert support. Our team is committed to responding to all queries within 24 hours, ensuring a seamless and responsive learning experience.
Career Opportunities
Earning an AISP qualification equips professionals with the competence and credibility required to advance into key leadership and specialist roles within the occupational health and safety domain. Graduates are well prepared to serve as Safety Managers, responsible for directing, implementing, and continuously improving organizational safety programs to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. The qualification also supports progression into Safety Coordinator roles, where professionals manage regulatory compliance, conduct employee safety training, and promote a strong safety culture across operations. In addition, AISP-certified professionals are suited for positions such as HSE Specialist or HSE Manager, overseeing workplace health, safety, and environmental compliance while aligning operational practices with legal and organizational requirements. Those seeking advisory or independent roles may pursue careers as OHS Consultants, providing expert guidance to organizations on risk reduction, system improvements, and strategic safety planning. As safety and accountability remain fundamental across all industries, these roles enable professionals to enhance organizational performance while advancing their careers to higher levels of responsibility and influence.
This training program is intended to provide entry-level general industry workers information about their rights, employer responsibilities, and how to file a complaint as well as how to identify, abate, avoid and prevent job related hazards on a job site. The training covers a variety of general industry safety and health hazards which a worker may encounter at a work site. Training should emphasize hazard identification, avoidance, control and prevention, not OSHA standards.
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- 265 Hackensack St Wood Ridge, New Jersey 07075 USA
- +1 689 286 3561
- info@amiosp.com
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