Lifting Equipment Inspection Department at Tohama Company
Tohama Company for Engineering Inspection is a leading provider of comprehensive lifting equipment inspection and certification services in Iraq. Located in Basra – Al-Zubair Main Street, opposite Internal Security from the Mohandiseen District side, Tohama's Lifting Department plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and operational integrity of lifting equipment across various industries.
Scope of Services
Tohama’s Lifting Equipment Inspection Department offers a wide range of services underpinned by international standards and best practices. These services include the inspection, certification, training, and performance testing of all types of lifting appliances and gears. The department operates with certified inspectors and technicians accredited by LEEA (Lifting Equipment Engineers Association).
1. Lifting Appliances Inspection
Tohama conducts scheduled inspections (ranging from 5 to 12 months depending on equipment type) for a wide range of lifting appliances, such as:
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A-frame structures
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Mobile, crawler, and telescopic cranes
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Davits, forklifts, and hoists
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Jacks, winches, and trolleys
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Cargo boom trucks
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Telescopic man lifts
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Scissor lifts
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MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platforms) – both vehicle and platform types
2. Lifting Gears Inspection
The department inspects and certifies all lifting gears, ensuring compliance with load and safety requirements. This includes:
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Shackles and hooks
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Chain blocks and lever blocks
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Chains and wire ropes
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Web and round sling belts
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Eye bolts, beam clamps, man baskets
All inspections are followed by third-party certification and tagging to verify fitness for use.
3. Performance Testing
Tohama performs torque tightening testing on slewing rings, flanges, bolts, and structural components to ensure mechanical integrity under load conditions. All tests are executed according to load test standards.
Training and Certification Programs
In addition to inspection services, Tohama offers professional training courses to develop skilled operators, riggers, and inspectors. Training programs include:
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Crane, forklift, and manlift operator training
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Rigger and signalman certification
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Scaffolder, scaffold inspector, and scaffold supervisor training
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Fire Watch, First Aid, and Chemical Safety courses
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Authorized Gas Tester and Confined Space Entry training
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Working at Height certification
All courses are conducted on-site or at Tohama's training facilities and conclude with theoretical and practical evaluations.
Quality, Safety, and Compliance
Tohama's Lifting Department operates in alignment with ISO 9001, ISO 17020, and ISO 45001 standards, ensuring quality, accuracy, and workplace safety in all lifting-related operations. The company is fully compliant with HSE and regulatory requirements, and maintains an impeccable safety record, with zero incidents reported in lifting activities during the years 2021–2023TOHAMA HSE Performance ….
Client Portfolio
Tohama has provided lifting inspection and certification services to prominent clients in Iraq’s oil, gas, and industrial sectors, including:
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PEG & PETRONAS – Al-Gharaf Oil Field
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ExxonMobil – West Qurna 1
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Lukoil – West Qurna 2
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Shell – Majnoon Oil Field
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BGC – Artawi Gas Station
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Kuwait Energy – Siba Gas Field
These services were part of broader contracts covering DT, NDT, and civil inspection tasksقائمة الاعمال المماثلة.
Conclusion
The Lifting Equipment Inspection Department at Tohama Company stands as a pillar of reliability and safety in Iraq’s industrial sector. By combining technical excellence, rigorous inspection protocols, and world-class training programs, Tohama ensures that lifting operations meet the highest standards of efficiency and safety—protecting people, assets, and the environment.