
Winch Instructor Training Course
The Winch Instructor Training Course is a comprehensive three to five day programme designed to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to effectively train team members in the operation of winches. The course covers a range of topics to ensure that participants gain a thorough understanding of winch operations, safety procedures and instructional techniques.
What does the Winch Instructor Training Course cover?
Day 1: Introduction and basic techniques
- Types of winches and associated equipment
- Load calculations
- Safety checks of winches and equipment
- Single line pull, double line pull and angled pull
- Health and safety legislation
- Introduction to safety zones
- Basic winch techniques including emergency procedures and safety zones
- Varied winch scenarios including self-recovery and moving an object.
Day 2: Winch calculations and professional demonstrations
- Full understanding of winch calculations and limits on equipment
- Classroom presentation techniques
- Skills development for providing professional and conclusive demonstrations
- Instructional techniques over various winch scenarios.
Day 3: Winch operation fault analysis and remedy
- Identification and analysis of winch operation faults
- Remedial measures for addressing winch operation faults.
Day 4: Lesson planning and risk assessment
- Development of lesson plans
- Refinement of presentation skills
- Risk assessment techniques.
Day 5: Assessment day
- Delivery of presentations
- Role play involving a selection of tasks
- Debrief and discussion.
Upon successfully finishing this course you will be able to:
Conduct safety checks
Perform thorough safety checks of winches and associated equipment with precision.
Perform winch calculations
Utilise advanced techniques to perform winch calculations and strictly adhere to equipment limits.
Analyse and remedy faults
Identify and analyse winch operation faults, implementing effective remedies.
Execute emergency procedures
Demonstrate confidence in executing emergency procedures during winching operations.
Develop comprehensive plans
Create comprehensive lesson plans, ensuring a structured approach to training.
Deliver effective presentation
Develop the skills to deliver engaging and informative presentations to trainees.
Risk assessment proficiency
Master the art of risk assessment, enhancing safety protocols in winching operations.
Demonstrate practical proficiency
Showcase hands-on proficiency in setting up and operating a winch in diverse scenarios.
Apply instructional techniques
Apply varied instructional techniques effectively in different winch operation scenarios.
Benefits of the course:
For employers
- Quality in-house training: Provides high-quality, cost-effective and consistent in-house training within the organisation
- Legislation compliance: Designed to exceed relevant health and safety legislation, ensuring business compliance
- Enhanced workplace safety: Enhances peace of mind for employers by contributing to a safer workplace environment.
For delegates
- Safe working environment: Ensures a safe working environment not only for oneself but also for fellow employees
- Hands-on experience: Offers practical experience in setting up and operating a winch, promoting skill development
- Development of techniques: Develops classroom and instructional techniques, empowering delegates for effective training delivery.
This course is tailored to meet your needs if:
✓ Winching operations management: You manage winching operations as an integral part of your working role
✓ Knowledge enhancement: You seek to enhance your knowledge, skills and experience in various aspects of winch operations
✓ Safety and compliance contribution: You aim to contribute significantly to the safety and compliance standards of your organisation through specialised winch training.