Lifting & LOLER Regs

What does LOLER stand for?

• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
• Lifting Organisation and Lifting Equipment Rules
• Lifting Operations and Lowering Equipment Regulations
• Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Rules

What does SWL stand for in LOLER?

• Safe Working Limit
• Safe Working Load
• Secure Weight Limit
• Secure Working Load

Which piece of equipment is NOT covered by LOLER?

• Cranes
• Lifts and hoists
• Mobile elevating platforms
• Ladders

How often should equipment used for lifting people be inspected?

• Every 3 months
• Every 9 months
• Every 6 months
• Every 12 months

When should lifting equipment be inspected for the first time?

• After one year of use
• Before it is used for the first time
• After six months of use
• After three months of use

What should be avoided when using lifting equipment?

• Lifting over 20kg
• Moving loads over people’s heads
• Using slings
• Using chains

What is one of the key elements of LOLER?

• Equipment should be painted blue
• Equipment should be labelled with the owner's name
• Equipment should be marked to indicate SWL
• Equipment should be kept outside

Which of the following is NOT a type of lifting accessory?

• Chains
• Slings
• Eyebolts
• Ladders