Lesson 1Shaft and pit preparations: dimensions, structure, pit protection, drainage, and accessExplains shaft and pit readiness, including dimensional checks, structural supports, waterproofing, drainage, and safe access. Covers pit ladders, refuge spaces, and protective measures for workers and equipment.
Shaft dimensions, plumb, and tolerance checksPit depth, level, and structural verificationWaterproofing, sump pits, and drainage pumpsPit ladders, refuge spaces, and access doorsTemporary guarding and debris protectionLesson 2Guide rail installation: alignment, plumb tolerances, rail fastenings and adjustmentsExplains guide rail installation from fixing brackets to final plumb and alignment checks. Covers tolerances, joint preparation, fishplates, and adjustment methods to ensure smooth car and counterweight travel.
Bracket spacing, fixing, and torque controlRail joint preparation and fishplate fittingPlumb, straightness, and twist tolerancesAdjustment tools, wedges, and shims useFinal ride checks along full rail heightLesson 3Emergency systems installation: alarm, emergency lighting, intercom, fire service interfacesExplains installation of emergency systems such as alarm, emergency lighting, intercom, and fire service interfaces. Covers wiring, power backup, location, and functional tests with building systems.
Car alarm buttons and audible signal setupEmergency lighting circuits and autonomyIntercom and communication line routingFire service recall and override interfacesTesting with building fire alarm systemsLesson 4Electrical wiring and control panel installation: power supply, protection devices, earthingCovers routing of power and control wiring, panel mounting, and terminations. Includes protection devices, labelling, earthing, insulation checks, and verification of control logic to ensure safe, maintainable lift operation.
Power supply requirements and cable sizingPanel mounting, clearances, and ingress protectionControl wiring, labeling, and segregationProtection devices, fuses, and breakers setupEarthing, bonding, and insulation resistance testsLesson 5Safety gear, governor, and buffers installation and setupDetails installation of safety gear, overspeed governor, and buffers. Covers positioning, fixing, tripping speed setting, and functional tests to ensure reliable stopping and energy absorption in emergencies.
Safety gear mounting and linkage adjustmentGovernor location, rope routing, and tensionTripping speed setting and test proceduresBuffer types, capacity, and fixing methodsFinal safety gear and governor test recordsLesson 6Machine room and MRL considerations: location, ventilation, lighting, crane/hoist accessAddresses layout and requirements for machine rooms and MRL spaces. Covers access, ventilation, lighting, lifting points, noise control, and housekeeping to ensure safe maintenance and reliable equipment operation.
Location, access routes, and working clearancesVentilation, temperature, and noise controlLighting levels and emergency lighting needsCrane, hoist, and lifting beam provisionsHousekeeping, signage, and storage rulesLesson 7Motor, brake, and controller installation: mounting, coupling, and mechanical checksCovers mounting of motor, brake, and controller, including alignment, coupling, and mechanical checks. Addresses vibration isolation, torque settings, and verification of safe access for future maintenance.
Machine bedplate positioning and fixingMotor alignment and coupling installationBrake mounting, air gap, and torque checksController placement and cable entry planningVibration isolation and noise reductionLesson 8Final alignment, levelling, adjustment, and step-by-step commissioning testsDetails final mechanical alignment, car levelling, and functional adjustments. Describes step‑by‑step commissioning tests, safety checks, ride quality evaluation, and documentation needed before handover to the client.
Car and counterweight final alignment checksLanding level accuracy and releveling setupDoor operation, clearances, and timing testsSafety circuit and overspeed governor testsRide quality, noise, and vibration assessmentLesson 9Hoisting means: ropes/belts installation, sheave alignment, and tensioning proceduresExplains installation of hoisting ropes or belts, sheave alignment, and tensioning. Covers inspection of components, routing methods, tension equalisation, and verification tests to ensure smooth, safe, and durable lift operation.
Rope and belt types, markings, and inspectionSheave alignment checks and correction methodsRoping layouts and routing through shaftTensioning procedures and equalization toolsPost‑installation tests and documentationLesson 10Car frame and counterweight installation: anchoring, levelling, and temporary supportsDescribes safe installation of car frame and counterweight, including anchoring, levelling, and temporary supports. Covers clearances, guide shoe setup, and checks before connecting hoisting ropes or belts.
Car frame assembly and identification checksCounterweight frame and filler installationTemporary supports and lifting proceduresGuide shoe or roller installation and setupClearance checks to shaft walls and railsLesson 11Door systems installation: landing frames, car doors, interlocks, and operatorsCovers installation of landing door frames, car doors, interlocks, and operators. Includes alignment, clearances, closing forces, and safety edge checks to ensure reliable, safe door operation.
Landing door frame positioning and fixingCar door hanger, rollers, and track setupDoor operator mounting and parameter settingInterlock installation and safety circuit testsDoor closing force and reopening device testsLesson 12Site safety practices during installation: PPE, fall protection, exclusion zones, lockout/tagoutFocuses on site safety during installation, including PPE, fall protection, exclusion zones, and lockout/tagout. Emphasises safe lifting, housekeeping, communication, and compliance with regulations and site rules.
Mandatory PPE selection and inspectionFall protection, harnesses, and anchor pointsExclusion zones and material drop preventionLockout/tagout for electrical isolationManual handling and lifting risk controls
