LEEA Foundation Certificate (FOU)

LEEA Foundation Certificate (FOU)

The newly revised Foundation Certificate is aimed at a beginner’s level. It covers common types of lifting equipment used across the industry and basic knowledge of key topics. 

Designed with insights from global industry experts and tailored to real-world challenges, this revised course combines engaging virtual scenarios with interactive learning tools.

Employees will gain a robust understanding of key industry terms, tackle practical problems through immersive case studies, and reinforce their skills with personalised assessments. With a focus on ethical principles like safety and professionalism, our course ensures that your team not only meets but exceeds industry standards.

This course is a pre-requisite for LEEA Diploma's and does not qualify you to do inspection or examination of lifting equipment. 

Duration

Instructor Led Training - 3 days

Instructor Led Virtual Classroom Training - 3 days

Delegates

Maximum number for Instructor Led Training and Virtual Classroom (online) - 12 delegates

Course Contents

  1. Brief History
  2. LEEA's Behaviours for a Safer World of Work
  3. Legislation & Regulations
  4. Managing Risk
  5. Industry Relevant Definitions
  6. Manufacturing of Lifting Equipment 
  7. Materials and Properties 
  8. Lifting accessories
  9. Lifting appliances
  10. Purchasing and Control of Lifting Equipment

Delivery Options

  • e-Learning
  • In-person training at Huntingdon Training Centre
  • Virtual Classroom (online)
  • Instructor-led training on your premises (members only)

Requirements

  • No previous experience or qualifications required
  • You must be over 16 years old.
  • You must be employed by a LEEA member or registered with us as an Individual Trainee

This course is a pre-requisite for LEEA Diploma's and does not qualify you to do inspection or examination of lifting equipment. 

To select the delivery option and date that works best for you, please click the link here.


Course Dates

Location UK
Start Date 29/07/2025
End Date 31/07/2025
Places Left 10
Member Price £435.00
Individual Trainee Price £870.00

Course Times: Tuesday - Thursday 09:00–16:00. Course times depend on group progress and may change.

 

VENUE: Holiday Inn Aberdeen – West, Westhill, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen, AB32 6TT

 

Meals & Refreshments will be provided by the venue so please let us know of any dietary requirements.


Need technical advice?

For technical advice on lifting equipment matters, email us at technical@leeaint.com

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