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A Classic Defender with a winch on the front on a gravel track,

winch operation

General Winching Theory and Practice

As you complete this course, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of safe winch operation.

 

You'll learn to recognize various tasks suitable for winches, understand health and safety requirements, and conduct risk assessments, including emergency procedures.

Moreover, you'll comprehend legislative requirements and different winch types, their inspection, maintenance, and safe working practices.

You'll familiarize yourself with winch cables, ropes, accessories, and load rating terminology whilst gaining practical skills in planning and setting up winching systems and understanding mechanical advantage.

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  • Recognizing tasks suitable for winches

  • Understanding health and safety requirements and risk assessments

  • Comprehending legislative and operational aspects of winching

  • Familiarizing with winch equipment and safe working practices

  • Gaining practical skills in setting up winching systems and understanding mechanical advantage

  • Demonstrating various winching operations and ensuring safe task conclusion.

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