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Safety training steps into the future


Safety has always been a top priority in the lifting industry, but the shrinking supply pool of skilled labour and the constant advance of technology means the process of safety training must evolve to meet the industry’s needs. OCH asked key figures in both the lifting industry and the training sector about the key challenges in the safety arena and how training is adapting to meet them.


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afety is and will always be of paramount importance in the crane and hoist industry, where the high risk of


catastrophic accidents involving falling loads, equipment failure and human error could have grave consequences. The industry’s safety record is strong, but it must account for the possibility of severe injury, fatalities and financial loss should an incident occur. Strict safety protocols – such as thorough


planning, operator training, regular maintenance and up-to-date safety systems – are non- negotiable. Regulatory standards – whether


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set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) at federal level, or at industry level through the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) voluntary codes – are high, and companies are fully conscious of their obligation to protect workers, prevent equipment damage and ensure compliance. Nevertheless, at a time when skills and


experience are in short supply, access to thorough, effective and efficient safety training is more important than ever. So, what challenges does the industry need to overcome to ensure it meets high safety standards, and how are training


methods evolving to help them? We put these questions to a panel of experts. Inka Kuuras-Tuohimaa is director of learning and development at leading material handling company Konecranes. Amanda Long, SVP for the Industrial Market at Industrial Training International (ITI), now part of Interplay Learning, is an advocate for innovative educational solutions for the development of highly skilled workers. Matthew Ross is CEO of Hoist & Crane Service Group, a pioneer in the inspection and maintenance of material handling equipment.


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