Apply for the Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Controlling Lifting Operations (Crane Supervisor)

Complete the short application form below. It is free to apply, there is no obligation, and a lifting operations assessor will contact you to confirm suitability before enrolment.

Takes around 2 minutes

Free suitability call

No obligation to enrol

Start at any time

Application Form

Complete the short form below and one of our lifting operations assessors will contact you to discuss your current role, supervisory duties and evidence.

About you

CPCS / NPORS card check

Which red card do you hold for Crane Supervisor?*

Please provide at least one of the details below so we can find your record on the card checker.

Your role & experience

How long have you been supervising lifting operations?*

Please briefly describe your role in supervising lifting operations*

Evidence availability

Evidence for this NVQ will include short site videos and documents showing how you supervise lifting operations, such as team briefings, site inspections, implementing lift plans, managing exclusion zones, and coordinating lifting activities safely.

Will you be able to provide short site videos as part of the assessment?*

Evidence will also include workplace documents such as RAMS, lift plans, briefing records, inspection sheets, programmes, meeting notes, and other site paperwork linked to lifting operations you supervise.

Will you be able to access or obtain these types of documents?*

Funding

Please tell us who will be funding your NVQ.

How you found CADUK Skills Academy

Where did you hear about CADUK Skills Academy?*

Please select one option from the dropdown below.

I agree to the website terms and conditions.

Please leave this field empty.

What Happens After You Apply?

You are not enrolled automatically. The assessor call comes first so we can check the NVQ is suitable for your current crane supervisor or lift supervisor role.

Submit Your Application

Tell us about your lifting supervision experience, current role and funding preference using the form above.

Assessor Suitability Call

A lifting operations assessor will contact you to check your current duties, experience and whether the NVQ is achievable.

Approval and Invoice

If the NVQ is suitable, the office will arrange payment and registration with the awarding body.

Start Your NVQ

Once registered, your assessor will explain the assessment process and how to send your evidence directly.

Who Is This NVQ For?

This qualification is for experienced crane supervisors or lift supervisors who are already responsible for supervising lifting operations on live construction sites.

Experienced crane supervisors or lift supervisors
Candidates currently supervising lifting operations
People responsible for implementing lift plans on site
Supervisors coordinating lifting teams, plant and site activities
Candidates who can provide current site evidence
Not suitable for trainees or operatives not supervising lifts

What Evidence Will You Need?

Evidence is based on your normal lifting supervision duties. You do not need to attend classroom sessions or complete written exams, and simulation is not used for this NVQ.

Short site videos showing lifting supervision duties
Site photographs linked to lifting operations
RAMS for lifting operations
Lift plans implemented on site
Briefings, toolbox talks or coordination records
Inspection records, check sheets or lifting equipment records
Witness testimony from a competent manager or supervisor

Need help before applying? Call CADUK Skills Academy on 01952 890 173 or email info@cadukskillsacademy.co.uk.