Dogging Course
What will I learn?
Master the essentials of safe and efficient lifting operations, tailored for the Irish construction industry, with our comprehensive Dogging Course. Learn to assess sites, identify hazards (what you might call 'dangers' around here), and select the right rigging gear. Gain expertise in load calculation, equipment selection, and executing safe lifting procedures. Enhance your communication skills with hand signals (the proper signals, mind you) and develop robust safety protocols. This high-quality, practical course ensures you're well-equipped with the knowledge to excel on any building site in Ireland.
Develop skills
Strengthen the development of the practical skills listed below
Master rigging techniques: Select and use slings, shackles, and gear effectively (and know the difference between a clevis and a D-shackle!).
Conduct site assessments: Identify and document potential hazards (keep an eye out for anything dodgy) on construction sites.
Calculate loads accurately: Determine weight and dimensions for safe lifting (no guesswork allowed!).
Execute safe lifting: Coordinate pre-lift checks and post-lift inspections (double-check everything, lads!).
Communicate effectively: Use hand signals (the standard ones, now) and develop communication plans for teamwork (a good yarn goes a long way, but clarity is key).
Suggested summary
Workload: between 4 and 360 hours
Before starting, you can change the chapters and the workload.
- Choose which chapter to start with
- Add or remove chapters
- Increase or decrease the course workload
Examples of chapters you can add
You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below
This is a free course, focused on personal and professional development. It is not equivalent to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.