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Shackle Inspection & Thorough Examination

Shackle Inspection & Thorough Examination (EN 13889, ASME B30.26 & LOLER)

★★★★★ 4.9 (95 learners) Specialist level

This comprehensive course equips lifting equipment inspectors with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform the inspection, thorough examination, and certification of shackles used in lifting operations. Participants will learn shackle types, design features, markings, inspection procedures, acceptance and rejection criteria, proof load requirements, common defects, and certification decision-making in accordance with EN 13889, ASME B30.26, and LOLER 1998.

2 hours
Duration
8
Lessons
2
Quizzes
Included
Certificate

This comprehensive course equips lifting equipment inspectors with the knowledge and practical skills required to perform the inspection, thorough examination, and certification of shackles used in lifting operations. Participants will learn shackle types, design features, markings, inspection procedures, acceptance and rejection criteria, proof load requirements, common defects, and certification decision-making in accordance with EN 13889, ASME B30.26, and LOLER 1998. Through real inspection scenarios, clause-based discussions, calculation exercises, and challenging case studies, inspectors will develop the competence to make safe, compliant, and defensible inspection decisions during thorough examinations.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Lifting equipment inspectors and thorough examiners
  • Rigging supervisors and lifting operations managers
  • LOLER competent persons
  • HSE and safety officers responsible for lifting equipment
  • Warehouse, offshore and construction personnel involved in lifting operations
  • Anyone seeking formal competence in shackle inspection

Key Benefits

  • In-depth knowledge of EN 13889 and ASME B30.26 requirements
  • Confidence to inspect, certify and reject shackles correctly
  • Ability to identify hidden defects and make defensible decisions
  • Supports LOLER 1998 thorough examination competence
  • Practical case studies and calculation exercises included
  • Certificate of completion upon passing the assessment

What You Will Learn

  • Shackle types, design features and material identification
  • Marking and traceability requirements per EN 13889
  • Inspection procedures and acceptance criteria
  • Rejection criteria and common defect recognition
  • Proof load requirements and WLL interpretation
  • Certification decision-making: pass, quarantine or reject
  • LOLER 1998 thorough examination obligations

Frequently Asked Questions

Which standards does this course cover?

This course covers shackle inspection in accordance with EN 13889, ASME B30.26 and LOLER 1998.

Do I need prior experience?

A basic understanding of lifting operations is helpful. The course is designed to build practical competence from fundamental principles.

How long does the course take?

Most learners complete it in approximately 2 hours. The course is fully self-paced.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessment, you will receive a digital certificate of completion from Itmad Academy.

Is this suitable for LOLER compliance?

This course supports LOLER competence development. It is a training course and does not replace a formal LOLER thorough examination carried out by a competent person.

Can I access the course after completion?

Yes. You have lifetime access to the course materials.

About this course

The Shackle Inspection & Thorough Examination (EN 13889, ASME B30.26 & LOLER) is a professional training program. Delivered through a 100% online, self-paced format, this course equips professionals with the knowledge and skills required to operate effectively within Short Course management systems.

Participants gain deep understanding of the standard's requirements, practical application in the workplace, and a digitally verifiable certificate — recognised by organisations and certification bodies worldwide.

Who should take this course

Lifting equipment inspectors and thorough examiners
Rigging supervisors and riggers
LOLER competent persons
HSE and safety officers responsible for lifting operations
Warehouse and logistics personnel handling lifting equipment
Anyone seeking to build competence in lifting equipment inspection

Key Benefits

Focused, practical knowledge aligned to the relevant standard
Builds confidence to identify unsafe equipment on-site
Reduces risk of lifting incidents and equipment failure
Supports LOLER compliance in the workplace
Certificate of completion upon passing the assessment
Self-paced — complete at your own schedule
Sample Itmad Academy certificate approved by Exemplar Global

A certificate that holds its value

On completion you receive a digitally verifiable Itmad Academy certificate printed with your full legal name.

  • Recognised worldwide
  • Digitally verifiable in your account
  • Add it to your CV and LinkedIn

Career and future scope

Roles this certification supports:

Short Course Awareness OfficerQuality or Compliance AssistantManagement System CoordinatorISO Implementation Support

Exam, retakes, and how to access

Online quizAssessment format
3 retakesPer quiz, reshuffled
5 to 10 minTimer on some quizzes

If you fail every attempt, you can repurchase the course at 40% of the original fee and resume from where you left off.

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Frequently asked questions

Each quiz allows up to three (3) retake attempts. In each retake, the quiz questions may be repeated or reshuffled depending on the course setup.
You can repurchase the course at 40% of the original course fee and continue from the same point where you failed.
Allow up to 24 hours. Card and Tabby payments are usually confirmed faster than bank transfers.
After logging in, all purchased and assigned courses will be visible in your dashboard under enrolled courses.
Once you complete the course and pass the assessment, your digital certificate will be available in your learning account for download.
You will receive a digitally verifiable course completion certificate issued by Itmad Academy, approved by Exemplar Global.
Certificate names are generated from the full legal name entered at checkout. Name changes are not permitted after issuance.
Some quizzes include a 5–10 min timer. Any time limits will be shown before the quiz starts.
Yes, Short Course is an internationally accepted standard recognised by organisations, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities worldwide.
Yes. It is delivered through a 100% self-paced online platform accessible from any device.
Yes, upon successful completion and passing the assessment.
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