Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide candidates with sufficient underpinning knowledge in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Crane Operator.

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Following successful completion of the course candidates will be able set up and operate a mobile crane to the manufacturers and appointed persons specifications to safely lift and position loads.

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Who should attend?

This course is designed for anyone that intends to operate a Quayside or Mobile Crane as part of their role.

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Training Methods

Theory test and full practical assessment.

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Locations

Client Site.

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Ratios

Course Content

• Legislation – LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA

• Codes of practice – BS7121

• Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations including selection and competencies

• Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories

• Types of Mobile Crane

• Pre-use Inspection/ running checks

• Crane Terminology

• Crane configurations : site and road travel

• Duty charts/ Operators Manual

• Rated Capacity Indicators

• Steering system

• Braking systems (telma)

• Reeving

• Fly jib operations

• Methods of communication

• Proximity hazards

• Maintenance

• Method Statements

• Risk Assessments