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This course is mainly aimed at the aquaculture industry where capstan operation is used daily. The course is designed for anyone who uses a capstan winch on a sea going vessel, barge, fixed or floating.  

The finer details

  • Health and safety PUWER and LOLER
  • Components used in lifting operations
  • Attachments and accessories
  • Safe working load
  • Risk management
  • The operating area
  • The lifting plan
  • Signalling
  • Pre-use checks
  • Operating in the work area
  • Electricity
  • Permit to work
  • Lifting accessories

Delivery method

Classroom and practical

Course description:

Capstan and Winch Operation Download PDF

Who should attend?

The course is mainly aimed at the aquaculture industry or anyone working in the marine environment where a capstan or winch is used regularly on a vessel, barge or floating or fixed structure. 

What will be covered?

When you have completed this training, you will: 

  • Know a range of tasks for which the Capstan/Winch is capable
  • Understand the legislation and safety requirements necessary for the use of the Capstan
  • Understand the purpose of the components, their functions and controls
  • Explain the safe working load, its attachments and the ancillary equipment used
  • Demonstrate correct work planning for winching operations including ability to recognise conditions that limit the procedure and use of assistant
  • Carry out routine pre-use inspection of the capstan or winch including the rope accessories and equipment
  • Carry out routine operator maintenance procedures for the equipment to prescribed standards
  • Demonstrate effective operation of the Capstan or Winch
  • Set the Capstan / Winch in a safe mode
  • Select correct personnel and where they should be standing
  • Operate Capstan or Winch within safe working parameters and to a prescribed standard
  • Secure the load for work purposes
  • Inspect the equipment after use and prepare transport or storage.

Other areas of interest

Overhead Electric Crane
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