Curriculum for Lift Fitter VG3 / in-service training at a training establishment (HEI3-01)

Lift fitter shall lay the foundation for practicing a vocation in lift installations, systematic maintenance modifications and control checks. The subject shall lay the foundation for user safety and operational security in a society that is becoming more and more urbanised and with an increasing need for high buildings. Furthermore, the subject shall lay the foundation for upgrading older buildings, which can help uphold investments and extend the lifetime of these installations. The concept of Universal design for buildings sets the requirements for accessibility for everyone, including persons with limited mobility and the need for specially designed access routes. Lifts are a part of production processes in industrial buildings and at offshore sites.

Lift fitter shall develop the ability to handle old and new products, working methods and lift systems. Learning in the subject shall make the lift fitter more aware of the relationship between mechanical, electrical and electronic components so that the total understanding of systems allows for safe execution of work and operation of the device. Learning in the subject shall promote consideration for the working environment, the global natural environment and use of resources, which is important in a holistic approach to work. Learning in the subject shall be done according to existing rules for lift systems and work tasks to be carried out. Furthermore, learning in the subject shall help the apprentice develop the ability to communicate and cooperate with clients, users and other occupational groups, both within a company and with others.

Learning in Lift fitter shall emphasise testing and trial runs, reflection and technical insight related to the most central operating and control systems for lifts. The company's organisational structure shall also be included in learning. Practical application and understanding of current rules and regulations for lifts shall be an important part of this learning. Training in working safely on electrical parts and systems, and caution with a thought to one's own safety and that of users, shall be emphasised. Learning in the subject shall promote the ability to plan own work, use product information, follow working method descriptions, carry out quality assurance routines and use tools related to different tasks and different kinds of lifts. Learning in the subject shall promote the ability to cooperate with others within and outside of one's own discipline, by developing the ability to communicate with clients, users, support personnel and colleagues.

Training completed and passed in the subject will lead to a Trade Certificate. The professional title is Lift Fitter.