What is a HIAB?
HIAB is a brand name of a Lorry Mounted Crane. This piece of equipment is a great alternative to a full crane as it can be driven between work sites while also carrying a load for delivery and be able to lift the load by a certified and competent operator both onto the lorry as well as off the vehicle once the lorry has arrived at the customers location, all on the same day. Our ALLMI accredited Lorry Mounted Crane Operator certified course is valid for cranes up to 20 tonnes/metres.
How much does HIAB Training Cost?
Our ALLMI accredited HIAB lorry mounted crane operator training courses cost from just £576 for a refresher or experienced operator course thorough to our complete novice course that costs just £990 and all include the use of our equipment and crane. If you wish to train with additional attachments or would like to book off-site training at your location, we can also accommodate this upon request but this will incur an additional charge and need to be quoted on a per booking basis.
What does HIAB training involve?
Our training is comprehensive and teaches clients to properly load and unload from the back of a vehicle that has a lorry-mounted crane attached. Accidents may occur if this sort of equipment is used without proper training, so it is vital a course is taken.
We have courses that are suitable for all different levels of ability and experience, all of which give you the skills and knowledge you need to safely and securely operate a Lorry Mounted Crane and gain your licence.
If you take a HIAB course with 2 Start, you'll be taught by an experienced professional who will do everything they can to help you become a qualified Lorry Loader operator.
What attachments can I be trained on?
We have a variety of attachments available for you to be trained on, which include:
- Brick Grab
- Hook
- Clamshell
What is the difference between ALLMI and ITSSAR accreditations?
Our Lorry Loader qualifications are available in 2 varieties: ALLMI and ITSSAR.
ALLMI is the most recognised within the lorry loader industry and are CSCS approved, meaning that they can deliver to construction sites. ITSSAR is widely recognised within the general haulage industry, focusing on mechanical handling equipment and is slightly more economical.
What is TOPS?
TOPS stands for the Trained Operator Passport Scheme and was introduced by ITSSAR. This system is a comprehensive database which shows all a driver’s training qualifications.
This system shows a driver’s competence on different vehicles, so can help to prevent accidents by only allowing skilled drivers to use the equipment.
What locations can I complete my HIAB training at?
2 Start currently offers ALLMI accredited, Slinger Signaller, and Crane training in Southampton, Portsmouth, Reading, and Worthing. The locations of these depots give us good coverage of the Hampshire, Berkshire, and West Sussex regions, as well as allow us to cater to students in the surrounding areas.
We have worked hard to ensure our training depots meet the highest standards available anywhere else! Here at 2 Start, we pride ourselves on our depots and the level of customer service and training that is provided by our staff. Our priority is to ensure our students have the best experience possible and that they have the best opportunity to pass their training!
Our training facilities
Those candidates who opt to complete their Lorry Mounted Crane training at one of our depots will have access to industry-leading training facilities, including air-conditioned classrooms for theory training and extremely spacious warehouse facilities.
All of our training depots supply dedicated areas, including on-site reversing facilities. We work hard to ensure that all of our depots are kept clean and tidy to give our students a safe and comfortable training environment.
Complete training at your site!
We can give our students the opportunity to complete their HIAB training at their own sites and use their own equipment.
There are a number of requirements that must be met before any training can take place at your site.
Do HIAB courses count towards CPC?
Yes, when completing one of our HIAB training courses, 7 hours of CPC training can be included for an additional charge.
To ensure your Lorry Mounted Crane training counts towards your CPC, make sure the course you select gives you the option to add this addition. If there is no option to add CPC hours to your course, then this training will not count towards any CPC hours.
Our training advisors will help you every step of the way!
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Our Training Locations
Our six training depots are located in: Portsmouth; Otterbourne; Aldermaston; Theale; Worthing and Havant. Our training centres are conveniently situated within the local areas of the following counties to provide the maximum coverage within: Hampshire; Isle of Wight; West Sussex; East Sussex; Surrey; Buckinghamshire; Oxfordshire; Berkshire; Wiltshire and the eastern side of Dorset.
Why Train with 2 Start?
Call our advisors 02392 123 555
Speak with our experienced advisors Monday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm
