Training courses in September
The LEEA Training Academy supports organisations in minimising lifting operation risks across industries and helps individuals build competence and confidence to apply their skills effectively in the workplace.
There is availability at time of posting for the following LEEA courses in September, either as Instructor-led Training at LEEA’s Huntingdon Training Centre or via a virtual classroom (zoom).
LEEA Foundation Certificate (FOU). This is for beginners looking to build a strong foundation in lifting equipment knowledge. It covers common types of lifting equipment used across various industries and introduces key concepts essential for safe lifting practices. Developed with insights from global industry experts and tailored to real-world challenges, this course ensures learners gain practical, applicable skills that can be directly implemented in their workplace. Learners will experience real-world learning and practical assessments, including two case studies that reinforce key concepts and help apply knowledge to real-life scenarios.
Courses are available at Huntingdon on 1 – 3 and 22 – 24 September 2026.
Virtual classroom courses are available on 1 – 3 and 15 – 17 September 2026.
There will also be a course in Manchester on 22 – 24 September 2026 and in New Zealand on 29 September– 1 October 2026.
Lifting Accessories (LAC) Diploma. This qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of lifting accessories.
A virtual classroom course is available on 21 – 25 September 2026.
Powered Lifting Machines (PLM) Diploma. This diploma qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of powered lifting machines.
A course is available at Huntingdon on 21 – 25 September 2026.
Supporting Structures Diploma (SUP). This is essential for anyone involved in the thorough examination and testing of supporting structures, including runways, mobile supporting structures, jib cranes and light crane structures.
A course is available at Huntingdon on 28 September – 2 October 2026.
Offshore Containers (OSC) Diploma. This qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of offshore containers.
A virtual classroom course is available on 14 – 17 September 2026.
Proficiency Testing Assessment (MLM) on Friday 11 September 2026.
Proficiency Testing Assessment (LAC) on Friday 18 and on Friday 25 September 2026.
The 4 hour course takes place from 09.00 – 13.00 hrs on site at the Huntingdon Training Centre. To attend you must have already attended your Lifting Accessories (LAC) diploma course either via e-learning, virtual classroom or in-person.
The Academy’s new Proficiency Testing (PT) assessment route gives learners the opportunity to demonstrate real-world ability through practical, assessor-observed tasks in a controlled testing environment. PT has been developed to support a wider range of learners, including experienced industry professionals, who may perform better in practical environments than traditional written exams. PT helps you demonstrate technical ability, inspection methodology, safety-critical judgement, reporting and decision-making skills and professional behaviours expected within industry.
