ICRS29273/540 - Lorry Loader Cranes

Using lorry loader recovery units when carrying out routine removal procedures from road traffic collisions, parking and other situations, on cars, car derived vans and light commercial vehicles up to 3500kg GVM. This module also covers the safety requirements associated with the use of lorry loader recovery units.

Learning Outcomes

Health and safety requirements applicable to the use of lorry loaders
Components and controls of a lorry loader (recovery unit)
Lorry loader ratings
Safety precautions when operating a lorry loader
Ancillary equipment used in conjunction with a lorry loader for vehicle recovery
Pre-operational checks on lorry loader recovery vehicles
Positioning considerations and techniques for lorry loader recovery vehicles
Webbing strops and slings, chains and wire rope slings
Lifting techniques used in recovery situations
Banksman signals in recovery situations

Practical Outcome

The student will be able to demonstrate, how to, safely, prepare the equipment, operate the equipment accurately under their own control and under the control of a Banksman