2,000th LEEA TEAM card marks overhead lifting milestone 25 March 2014

LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association) has issued its 2,000th internationally recognised TEAM card for overhead lifting equipment engineers.

Launched in 2009, the TEAM card provides independent evidence of the holder's qualifications and experience in working on equipment such as cranes, hoists and slings

The TEAM card is issued by LEEA to employees of member companies that have passed the association's Diploma qualification for engineers undertaking the test, examination and maintenance of overhead lifting equipment.

Accompanied by a log book recording practical experience, it provides employers with detailed evidence of the competence of the holder, all of which can be verified by contacting LEEA's head office.

In the UK, LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) requires that all lifting equipment must be subject to periodic thorough examination by a competent person.

LOLER has also been widely adopted as best practice by companies working in those parts of the world that lack sector-specific health and safety legislation.

Geoff Holden (pictured left), chief executive of LEEA, explains that the association's Diploma is recognised as the overhead lifting industry's leading qualification and, combined with relevant work experience, offers robust evidence of the holder's competence to test and examine equipment under LOLER.

"Right around the world, the risks inherent in overhead lifting operations are increasingly recognised by employers and government bodies alike," comments Holden.

"The effective test, examination and maintenance of equipment are essential elements of any safety programme, and the TEAM card is invaluable for ensuring this work is only carried out by engineers with the specialist skills and experience required."

Brian Tinham

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