Precision on the Pull: Lantra Winch Operator Training with RC Express in Avonmouth
At Beyond Driving, we know that operating a vehicle-mounted winch is about more than just brute strength – it’s about control, safety, and experience. This week, our team was in Avonmouth delivering our Lantra Winch Operator Course to the skilled team at RC Express, specialists in commercial vehicle and plant delivery.
From excavators and bulldozers to cranes and abnormal loads, RC Express is trusted to move some of the UK’s heaviest and most valuable machinery. But transporting this kind of equipment isn’t just about getting from A to B – it’s about managing risk, working safely, and having the technical knowledge to deal with challenging situations on-site or on the roadside. That’s where professional winch training comes in.
Why Winch Training Matters
Whether you’re recovering a stuck vehicle, loading plant onto a low-loader, or stabilising a delivery on uneven terrain, winching can be dangerous if not done correctly. Our Lantra-accredited Winch Operator Course is designed to give operators the skills and confidence to use electric, hydraulic and manual winch systems safely and effectively.
Key course outcomes include:
- Understanding of winch system types and components
- Risk assessment and hazard identification
- Correct use of strops, shackles, snatch blocks and anchors
- Safe working procedures under tension
- Hands-on operation with real-world scenarios
Delivered by experienced instructors, the course blends classroom theory with practical application, tailored to the client’s vehicle types and working environments.
On the Ground in Avonmouth
The session with RC Express took place at their Avonmouth base – a busy yard with a variety of transport vehicles and plant machinery, ideal for real-world winch training. Our instructors worked with their team to focus on:
- Vehicle loading and recovery techniques using trailer-based ramps
- Safe anchoring and control methods in confined commercial spaces
- Communication and teamwork under pressure
- Preventing equipment failure and operator injury
Using Beyond Driving’s fully equipped 4×4 and RC Express’s own Volvo truck and trailer, the team ran through multiple practical winch operations in conditions that mirrored their day-to-day logistics work.
“This training is invaluable,” said one of the RC Express team leaders. “Our drivers are already skilled, but winch operation introduces another layer of safety and professional responsibility. Beyond Driving delivered it clearly and practically.”
Who is Lantra Winch Training For?
Our Lantra Winch Operator Course is suitable for:
- Plant and machinery transport professionals
- 4×4 recovery operators
- Forestry and utility teams
- Breakdown and roadside assistance providers
- Event and motorsport logistics teams
Courses can be delivered nationwide at your site or ours, with content adapted to your operational requirements.
Book Your Training
At Beyond Driving, we deliver Lantra, BORDA, and Qualsafe-accredited training courses to teams across the UK – helping organisations meet compliance standards, reduce risk, and operate with confidence. Whether you’re recovering a stuck trailer in the Highlands or delivering a bulldozer to a tight city-centre site, we’ll make sure your winch operators are trained to do the job safely.
📍 Delivered UK-wide
✅ Fully certified and accredited
🛠️ Practical, tailored instruction
📞 Call us on 01684 217152 or visit
🌐 www.beyonddriving.co.uk to book or learn more.
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