Engineering Safety & Excellence Across Nigeria

The Lifting Equipment Inspectors Association of Nigeria — advancing technical standards, safety culture, and professional development for lifting industry practitioners nationwide.

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Recognised by: The Lifting and Allied Work Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2018

500+ Active Members

20+ Years Active

36 States Represented

120+ Certified Professionals

Safety First

Zero Incident Vision

Who We Are

Setting the Standard for Lifting Safety in Nigeria

LEIA Nigeria is the foremost professional association for engineers and practitioners in the lifting equipment industry. We exist to promote technical competence, safety culture, and best practices across Nigeria's oil & gas, construction, maritime, and manufacturing sectors.

Our members uphold the highest standards of integrity and expertise, ensuring that lifting operations across Nigeria are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with international standards.

Professional Development

Continuous learning pathways, certified training, and CPD programmes.

Industry Standards

Aligning Nigerian practice with global lifting standards and regulations.

Safety Advocacy

Promoting zero-incident culture through education, policy and awareness.

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Core Commitments

Why LEIA Matters

Four pillars that underpin everything we do as Nigeria's premier lifting industry body.

Safety

Promoting zero-incident lifting operations through rigorous standards, training, and safety culture across all sectors.

Reliability

Ensuring lifting equipment and operations meet the highest standards of dependability and performance.

Excellence

Advancing technical knowledge, professional competence, and best practice in lifting engineering.

Community

Building a united network of professionals committed to industry growth and knowledge sharing.

What We Do

Serving Nigeria's Lifting Industry

From professional certification to policy advocacy, LEIA Nigeria provides comprehensive support to lifting equipment engineers and the broader industry ecosystem.

Membership & Professional Recognition

Multiple membership grades for all levels of expertise and experience.

Training & CPD

Accredited courses, workshops, and continuous professional development.

Technical Standards & Publications

Codes of practice, safety bulletins, and technical guidance documents.

Incident Investigation & Reporting

Independent investigation services and safety improvement initiatives.

Upcoming

Events & Training

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Conference

Annual National Lifting Equipment Conference

Lagos, Nigeria 2 Days

The flagship annual gathering of lifting equipment professionals across Nigeria, featuring keynotes, technical sessions, and networking.

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CPD Course

Rigging & Slinging — Competency Assessment Programme

Port Harcourt 3 Days

Comprehensive practical and theoretical assessment programme for rigging and slinging practitioners, aligned with international competency frameworks.

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Webinar

Crane Inspection Standards — ASME B30 & Local Compliance

Online 3 Hours

Expert-led webinar exploring the requirements of ASME B30 standards and how they align with Nigerian regulatory requirements for crane inspections.

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Membership

Join a Community of Excellence

LEIA membership opens doors to professional recognition, exclusive training, industry networks, and the credibility that comes from belonging to Nigeria's premier lifting industry body.

Professional Recognition

Gain nationally recognised post-nominal letters and professional credentials.

Training & CPD Access

Discounted or free access to accredited training programmes and workshops.

Industry Network

Connect with peers, employers, and industry leaders across Nigeria.

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Recognised

Recognised by the Federal Government of Nigeria, in the Lifting & Allied Work Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2018.

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