Note: Safety is not treated as a separate item. All relevant safety information will be highlighted during both theory and practical elements of the course.

Part 1 Theory At the Scene

Hazards
Theory and Calculations
Winching Theory
Chains
Strops and Slings
Typical Recovery Situations
Use of Hydraulic Underlift Equipment
Use of Twin Boom Recovery Crane Winching only (Not Lifting)
Use of Air Cushions

Part 2 - Practical

Introduction to Hydraulic Underlift Equipment
Lift and Tow
Introduction to Twin Boom Recovery Crane
Lift and Tow
Air Cushions
Righting a Casualty
Hauling a Casualty

A City & Guilds Certificate for Heavy Recovery ( 3928-01 ) incurs an additional cost of £75.00 + vat to cover administration and City & Guilds charges

A Two Day Heavy Breakdown Course is available for Lift and Shift or Contra-Flow only
Note: This course does not cover the use of Air Bags, Righting a Vehicle or Off Road Recoveries