In this issue of Industrial Solutions, we are proud to announce Direct Hoist as our Construction Hoist Company of Choice.
Direct Hoist has scaled new heights with the addition of a bespoke training centre at its Lincolnshire site: offering NVQ Level 2 courses in hoist installation. Today, Direct Hoist has four locations and a recent, additional 30m unit premises to accommodate the new in-house training centre.
Specialising in GEDA Hoists, which have lifting capacities from 200kg to 3,500kg, the new classroom facility is used to teach candidates the theory and practical elements of assembly and disassembly of various lifts that include the use of the GEDA 300, 500 and 2,000 units.
The training courses cover up-to-date industry working practices, legal requirements and working equipment knowledge. The on-site facility includes a 10m training tower, with capacity for transporting a two-tonne platform hoist to full height, with expert tutors offering hands-on optimal safety training.
The more experienced industry students are offered a two-day specialist training course in theory and practical assembly and disassembly of various lifts, with a further week-long course available for deeper understanding of erecting and dismantling hoists. Students are examined by an external assessor at the end of the course and will receive an industrially-recognised certificate, if successful.
Direct Hoist’s recent expansion into training is testament to its industrious, hardworking team, who always go the extra mile. As a committed living wage employer, Direct Hoist sees its workers as the backbone of the company. But it’s not only salaries that are supported, Direct Hoist recently trained some of its staff as Mental Health First Aiders, further signalling its commitment to the Workplace Mental Health Charter, through staff wellbeing.
All new trainees are placed on NVQ courses, rigorous health & safety training and further manufacturer courses. More senior staff hold the NVQ level 3 qualifications, which is viewed similarly to the CSCS gold card on construction sites, and as Rob explains, there are many things to learn, “It’s surprising how much there is to learn for hoist installation, even for experienced construction workers and managers. We need to know load calculations, equipment specifications, whether there are any voids below grounds or obstructions (such as telephone lines) above.
“Right from the start, new trainees will learn about the specialised nature of construction hoists – including product types, electrical systems, fault-finding, assembly, disassembly and reconfiguration into alternative layouts.”
Direct Hoist is always investing in the latest state-of-the-art equipment, such as the German GEDA hoists, which are industry-leading, as Rob outlines, “Our most popular units are the 300 Z goods hoist (ideal for barrows, boards and roofing equipment) and the 500 Z/ZP transport platform, which can be used as an 850kg goods-only hoist or up to 500kg for personnel. It’s a great, versatile hoist; it can be left or right-handed and has the facility to move around the loading/unloading ramp.”
There are more training programmes planned for the future such as: electrical safety and working at heights. Direct Hoist can help companies scale the heights and take you in the world.
In other recent news, Direct Hoist has also become the UK distributor of Electroelsa an Italian manufacturer of mast-climbing work platforms (MCWPs), transport platforms, material hoists and construction hoists. Rob Wilson commented, “We’re currently adapting the entire Electroelsa range for the rigours of the rental market, where we’re enhancing components for longevity during intense usage – it’s vital to minimise downtime on-site, while maintaining efficiency, cost and ease of use.”
For more information, contact the team today:
T 01724 781647
info@directhoist.co.uk
www.directhoist.co.uk