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EUSR Endorsed Cable Winch – Trailer 3T Capstan Winch

Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:
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Course Overview

This EUSR-Endorsed Cable Winch Trailer & 3 T Capstan Winch course provides essential practical skills and safety knowledge for operatives involved in cable installation across utilities, telecoms, rail, power networks, and construction environments.

Delegates will learn to set up, secure, and safely operate trailer-mounted winches and 3 tonne capstan winches in accordance with industry legislation, PUWER requirements, and supplier operating guidance. Training reinforces professional working practices to prevent line breaks, overload events, serious injury, and costly asset damage.

The programme is delivered by experienced instructors and includes live pulling demonstrations, equipment checks, and emergency failure scenarios to ensure real-world operational competence. Successful completion results in EUSR endorsement, confirming compliance for authorised use on site.

Course Duration:
One Day
Format:
In-Person
Location:

Certification Awarded

EUSR Endorsed Cable Winch - Trailer 3T Capstan Winch certificate, registration & card

Valid for

Three Years

Awarding Body

EUSR Endorsed Training Programme

Who should Attend This Course

This course is designed for:

  • Cable network installers and fibre technicians using winch equipment
  • Site supervisors managing cable pulling operations
  • Utility and telecom engineers responsible for safe winch operation
  • Those required to use trailer-mounted capstan winches or 3 t winches on site

Prerequisites

Good understanding of spoken and written English.

What To Have With You To Attend The Course

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Assessment

Participants will complete a multiple-choice assessment.

Course Content

The course covers both theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical assessment, including:

Winch Equipment & Setup

  • Types of cable winches and system components
  • Trailer coupling, levelling, securing and safe positioning
  • Identifying hazards such as ground instability and crush zones

Safe Operation & Controls

  • Controlled cable pulling using a 3 T capstan winch
  • Monitoring line tension and maintaining safe cable routing
  • Team communication and hand signals to prevent incidents

Pre-Use Checks & Inspection

  • Daily inspection requirements
  • Wire rope, drum, and anchor point integrity checks
  • Locking pins, PTO and hydraulic connection safety

Risk Management & Emergency Action

  • Stop-work procedures and emergency isolation points
  • Recognising overload risks, snags, and recoil hazards
  • Failure protocols for mechanical and line integrity issues

Compliance & Documentation

  • PUWER, LOLER, and HSE guidance for winching operations
  • Site signage and cordoning-off exclusion zones
  • Mandatory EUSR logbook and competency paperwork

Maintenance & Best Practice

  • Routine care, cleaning and lubrication
  • Component replacement schedules and reporting faults

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to own the equipment to attend?

No. All cable winch trailer and capstan winch units are provided during training.

Who issues the EUSR endorsement?

The certification is issued under the EUSR utility safety scheme, showing capacity to operate winch equipment.

How do I renew my endorsement?

Renewal is required every 3 years; refer to EUSR renewal guidelines or complete a refresher course.

Is PPE provided during training?

Candidates must bring their own PPE (boots, helmet, gloves, hi-vis). We supply only the equipment for practical exercises.

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