About Us
LEEASA -Established in 2003.
The Lifting Equipment Engineering Association of South Africa (LEEASA)
LEEASA was formed by concerned industry individuals in 2003. The Association is concerned that this industry, which is inherently dangerous, could fall into disrepute if not well run and regulated. The engineering team providing the service should be well trained to the correct standards and be ethical and responsible for their actions. Safety should be paramount. Since the inception, LEEASA has grown and all Lifting machinery Inspectors (LMI) are encouraged to join.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
LEEASA has representation on the Department of Labour committee which is re-writing the Driven Machinery Regulations of the OHS Act No. 85 of 1993.
LEEASA has representatives serving on various committees at the Engineering Council of South Africa, (ECSA) which manages the registration of Lifting Machinery Inspectors (LMI’s).
LEEASA members who are registered LMI’s at the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA), may qualify for any concessionary for their annual fees granted by ECSA due to LEEASA being recognised as a voluntary by ECSA which may save you over R1000 a year. LEEASA VA – A0048.
LEEASA, awards individual members who are registered with engineering Council of SA (ECSA), one category 3, continuing Professional Development (CPD) credit each year. CPD is an ECSA requirement to maintain registration.
LEEASA validated training and seminars, also earn category 1 ECSA CPD credits because of the LEEASA VA – A0048 recognition.
LEEASA members are participating in education matters with the Education authorities.
LEEASA has representatives serving on SABS Technical Committees; TC110 – forklifts, TC96 – cranes and TC1020 – tackle etc.
LEEASA has an upgraded website which is updated regularly.
LEEASA has representation on important matters concerning the industry.
LEEASA has a magazine “Lifting Africa” which keeps members informed on authorities, training, qualifications and commercial matters regularly.
- LEEASA organises meetings and seminars for it’s members.
LEEASA needs volunteers to serve on important committees benefit members as a collective power of our recognised and established association. Become part of the pool.
LEEASA will be selling a variety books and aids in the future.
Our committed directors and team.
Meet Our Team
How to become a LEEASA Director
LEEASA is run by a team of volunteers members, which make up the LEEASA board of Directors, that are elected by the members to leadership.
These individuals are confident and highly motivated self driving individuals that collaborate in order to grow the association and preserve the dignity of the profession. There needs to be a strong separation between ones personal company and the association. Directors should not be seen as acting in their own interests, but rather acting in the best interests of the industry as a whole.
LEEASA directors need to have a strong technical ability, as well as a great mind for business development and entrepreneurship. LEEASA directors are not remunerated and participate in the association out of love for the industry.
LEEASA directors are required to give up time in their work day to actively participate in LEEASA initiatives, which includes but is not limited to seminars, technical content development, SABS and The Department of Employment and Labour collaborations, events and much more.
Over the years the roles of a LEEASA director has changed a lot. This shift has shifted from purely being a technical aspect of the association, however the need to grow and generate further revenue to give back to our members.
This has included the development of new measurement instruments, The LEEASA Inspection App and development of further membership tiers within the association.
Do you want to join the team?
If the answer is YES – Become a LEEASA member in order to qualify for a nomination. Any LEEASA members can be nominated for elections.
LEEASA holds elections every 2 year cycle. Keep an eye out on our direct marketing communication through our official communication channels, that is sent to our members.
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