LOLER Training in brief: LOLER Training is an online CPD accredited course from ProCompliance covering what LOLER covers and how it relates to PUWER. It takes approx. 40 minutes across 5 sections. A 20 question test follows, so learners have their certificate as soon as they pass.
Why this training matters
Lifting equipment must be strong enough, properly used and thoroughly examined. LOLER sets out how.
LOLER explains what the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 require. It covers the four requirements, using the correct equipment, planning a lift and maintenance. It is for anyone who uses lifting equipment such as forklifts, pump trucks or cranes.
LOLER Training at a glance
| Course | LOLER |
|---|---|
| Category | Health & Safety |
| Accreditation | CPD accredited |
| Governing framework | LOLER 1998 Read the official text |
| Price | Quoted for your team: credits, this course on its own, or 12 months of access to all our courses. Request a quote |
| Delivery | Online and self paced on any device, via The Globe LMS |
| Certificate | PDF issued immediately on completion, with your logo on it |
| Provider | ProCompliance Services Ltd, United Kingdom |
The duty behind this course. Every employer already owes it under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 at Section 2(2)(c), which names training in the general duty itself. Read the wording. This course sits under LOLER 1998; read the official text.680,000 working people sustained an injury at work in Great Britain, 2024/25. HSE, all industries. See the full figures.
What you will be able to do
- Understand in detail the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
- Understand the various types of lifting equipment so you can chose the right equipment for the job
- Discover how to implement safety measures in your lifting operations
What LOLER covers
What is a LOLER?
This section covers what LOLER is and what responsibilities the employee and employer have to comply with the LOLER regulations (LOLER 1998), and other regulations.
Four requirements
You will look at the four requirements which together make lifting safer.
Using the correct equipment
The course then covers the different types of lifting equipment, making sure you’re using the correct equipment, including safe working loads and information provided with the equipment.
Planning
You will also cover what you need to consider when planning your lifting operation to make sure it is a safe lift.
Maintenance
Another section covers the importance of maintaining your equipment and how to do so, from storing it correctly to pre-checks and inspections.
Who should take LOLER Training
This course is for any employee using lifting equipment (fork lifts, pump trollers, cranes) as part of their job.
Where this course fits
The sectors that use it most, as well as the standard it meets.
Common questions
How can my business get LOLER training for its staff?
Enrol them on ProCompliance's LOLER course. It runs online through The Globe LMS in approx. 40 minutes, and each learner gets a certificate as soon as they pass. It carries CPD accreditation. You can also try it free first, or book a demo to see how assigning and tracking it works.
Is LOLER Training accredited?
This course is CPD.
Which regulations does LOLER Training cover?
It follows LOLER 1998.
How long does LOLER Training take?
Approx. 40 minutes. It runs online at each person's own pace, so they can pause and resume it.
Is there a test at the end?
Yes, a 20 question test. Retakes are free, so we never charge anyone again for not passing first time.
Do learners get a certificate?
Yes. The Globe issues a certificate on completion, so you can download it as a PDF straight away. The Globe keeps it against the learner, so you can produce it later without asking them for it.
How much does LOLER Training cost?
We quote it for your team. Use credits, take this course on its own, or give your team 12 months of access to all our courses. Once we know what you need, we find the best value option for you.
