Course Aim
The aim of this course is to provide candidates with suffcient underpinning knowledge in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Crane Operator.
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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.
Training Methods
Theory test and full practical assessment.
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Additional Information
Following successful completion of the course candidates will be able set up and operate a mobile crane to the manufacturers and appointed persons specifcations to safely lift and position loads.
Good understanding of English and communication is required
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Locations
Client Site.
Course Content
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Legislation – LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA
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Codes of practice – BS7121
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Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations including selection and competencies
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Documentation and certifcation for lifting equipment and lifting accessories
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Types of Mobile Crane
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Pre-use Inspection/ running checks
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Crane Terminology
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Crane confgurations : site and road travel
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Duty charts/ Operators Manual
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Rated Capacity Indicators
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Steering system
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Braking systems (telma)
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Reeving
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Fly jib operations
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Methods of communication
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Proximity hazards
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Maintenance
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Method Statements
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Risk Assessments