Upon successful completion of the course, every candidate will receive an identity card and certificate, and will be registered on the ALLMI Operator database. The certificate and identity card are valid for five years, after which time refresher training and assessments will need to be undertaken. Both the identity card and certificate state the categories for which the operator is licensed. Candidates also receive the ALLMI Operators manual, which is used as a reference guide throughout their career.
The strength of ALLMI training comes from the technical and training knowledge on its Training Standards Committee. The Committee is made up of training and technical professionals from all the major loader crane manufacturers and importers within the UK. In addition, the Health and Safety Executive is represented. The Committee develops, consults upon and maintains all the training standards set by ALLMI.
ALLMI Operator training is the UKs only lorry loader training programme to be commended by the Health & Safety Executive. The programme is also recognised by Build UK and approved by CSCS.
The ALLMI Operator course consists of 15 modules and is either one or two days in duration (depending on whether the candidate is a novice or experienced operator). Both the one and two day courses culminate in a written and practical examination. ALLMI is notified (by the instructor) of all courses in advance of the training taking place (via ALLMI´s online registration system), so that unannounced instructor audits can be carried out.
Module 1 - Course Introduction
Module 2 - Legislation
Module 3 - Introduction to Loader Crane
Module 4 - Pre-operational checks
Module 5 - Maintenance Instruction
Module 6 - Lifting Equipment/ Attachments
Module 7 - Siting the Loader Crane
Module 8 - Deployment of Stabiliser Legs
Module 9 - Use of Controls
Module 10 - Preparing Loader Crane for Use
Module 11 - Operating Loader Crane
Module 12- Stowing Procedure
Module 13 - Preparation for Assessment / Revision
Module 14 - Theory & Practical Assessment
Module 15- Final Administration & Candidate Feedback
The assessment process is set by ALLMI and administered by the instructor. It consists of two theoretical assessments and one practical. The theoretical assessments consist of a set of core multiple choice and open questions, as well as questions which relate specifically to the crane attachment being used. The practical assessment is designed to identify whether the candidate has the appropriate practical skills to operate a lorry loader safely and efficiently.