Lorry Loader (HIAB) Training Courses

The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 requires drivers operating lorry loaders to be provided with instruction and training on the safe use of this equipment.

All courses are conducted ‘in company’.

2 Day Induction Course

Designed for drivers with little or no experience of operating lorry loaders.

1 Day Certificate Course

For drivers with previous experience, or wishing to renew their existing certificates

Course Contents

Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
Pre use checks & Maintenance
Stability of the lorry loader
Introduction to the machine
Basic hand signals
Stacking loads

Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regs 1998
Planning your job
Hazards on construction sites
Lifting and transporting loads
Basic slinging
Assessments ( theory and practical )


Course Fees

Hire of the instructor’s services £295.00 per day + VAT + travel expenses @ 40 p.p.mile with a maximum of 4 delegates per day