Contract lifting.Planned and managed.
A fully managed lifting service. Planned, supervised and delivered by qualified Appointed Persons, with one provider carrying responsibility from site survey to final placement.
We Take On
The Whole Lift.
You give us the load, the site and the date. We appoint the Appointed Person, produce the lift plan and method statement, supervise the operation and sign it off. One provider carries the whole thing, from first survey to final placement.
Included As Standard
- Site surveys
- Lift plans
- Risk assessments
- Method statements
- Qualified lifting personnel
- Equipment selection
- Operational supervision
- LOLER compliance
Crane Hire Or
Contract Lift?
The difference is responsibility. On crane hire you plan and supervise the lift. On a contract lift we take that on, including the Appointed Person, the lift plan and the supervision. If you are unsure which you need, call us and we will tell you straight.
| Who carries it | Crane hire | Contract lift |
|---|---|---|
| Appointed Person | You | Blade |
| Lift plan and method statement | You | Blade |
| Supervision of the lifting operation | You | Blade |
| Site survey and risk assessment | You | Blade |
| Crane and qualified operator | Blade | Blade |
| Certified, thoroughly examined equipment | Blade | Blade |
| Overall responsibility for the lift | You | Blade |
When Should You Choose
A Contract Lift?
A contract lift is often the preferred option when safety, project complexity and operational efficiency are key considerations. By appointing a specialist lifting contractor to manage the operation, clients reduce risk and ensure the lift is planned and executed by experienced professionals.
If any of these describe your project, a contract lift is the right basis.
No Appointed Person In-House
Most organisations do not employ qualified Appointed Persons or specialist lifting teams. A contract lift gives you that expertise for the job.
One Point Of Responsibility
Planning and execution sit with the lifting contractor. One party is responsible, which simplifies coordination and compliance.
The Cost Of Getting It Wrong
When the consequences of an incident or delay outweigh the saving on basic crane hire, a managed lift is the only sensible basis.
The Lift Is Complex
Heavy loads, multiple cranes, restricted areas or unusual rigging need detailed engineering.
Access Or Ground Constraints
Overhead obstructions, underground services and poor ground all change the lift.
High Value Or Safety Critical
Expensive or programme-critical equipment needs structured risk management.
Timelines Are Critical
Equipment, personnel and logistics coordinated as one operation, so fewer handovers.
Admin Burden To Remove
Lift plans, risk assessments and competence records all sit with us.
Multiple Stakeholders
Contractors, subcontractors and manufacturers on one site, one coordinated lift.
Still not sure which basis you need? Tell us the load and the site, and an Appointed Person will tell you straight.
Speak to an APWhy Professional
Lift Planning Matters.
LOLER 1998 · Regulation 8
Every lifting operation involving lifting equipment must be properly planned by a competent person, appropriately supervised, and carried out in a safe manner.
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
A competent person has the training, knowledge and practical experience to identify hazards, assess risk and develop a safe lifting methodology. On most operations that is a qualified Appointed Person.
Identifying risk before work begins protects people, equipment, property and the programme, and keeps the operation compliant with current health and safety legislation.
What A Competent Person Considers
- 01The weight, dimensions and centre of gravity of the load
- 02Selection of the most suitable crane and lifting equipment
- 03Ground bearing pressures and outrigger loadings
- 04Site access and operating restrictions
- 05Overhead obstructions and underground services
- 06Proximity to buildings, structures and power lines
- 07Environmental conditions such as wind and weather
- 08Exclusion zones and site personnel safety
- 09Load routes and landing areas
- 10Emergency and contingency arrangements
Survey. Plan. Lift. Sign Off.
Every contract lift runs through the same five stages, from the first survey to final sign-off.
- 01Plan
Survey the load, the site and the access.
- 02Prepare
Lift plan, method statement, right equipment.
- 03Lift
Qualified operators, supervised throughout.
- 04Move
Route planned, permits arranged, escorted.
- 05Deliver
Landed, signed off, site left clear.
Planning a contract lift?
Send us the details and our Appointed Person will take the operation from survey to sign off.
