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Appointed Person (Lifting Operations)
Training for those planning lifting operations and taking the Appointed Person role.
KVK books through approved training providers and confirms the centre, date and location with you before anything is finalised.
- Duration
- 3–5 days
- Delivery
- Classroom
- Certification
- CPCS / NPORS route
- Certificate validity
- Card dependent
- Locations
- Dates across the UK
- Price
- Price confirmed on booking
Who this course is for
- Appointed persons
- Lift planners
- Site management with lifting responsibility
What the course covers
- BS 7121 and LOLER duties
- Lift categories and planning
- Crane selection and ground bearing
- Lifting accessories and calculations
- Roles and briefings
Entry requirements
Relevant site experience. We will confirm the correct route before booking.
Available dates
Book your course here and KVK checks live availability across our approved training providers, then confirms the nearest suitable date and venue with you — usually the same working day. Tell us the week and the location you need.
Choose course → enter details → KVK finds availability → booking confirmed. Every booking is confirmed by a person at KVK.
AP questions
Can KVK plan lifts for us as well?
Yes — see our Lifting page for lift planning support.
Who should hold the Appointed Person qualification?
The person with overall responsibility for planning lifting operations, selecting equipment and appointing the lift team.
What does the course cover?
LOLER and lift planning duties, crane and accessory selection, sling angles, ground conditions and written lift plans.
Can KVK also provide an Appointed Person?
Yes. If you need cover rather than training, we can supply an Appointed Person for specific lifts.
AP
Price confirmed on booking