Pendant Remote Crane Operator 2 day
Course Overview
Duration: 2 Days
Max Number of Delegates: 6
Length of Certification: 3 Years
Accreditation: Certificated
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for personnel who will be lifting loads using a Pendant or Remote Controlled Crane and routinely turn loads through 90°.
Aim
To teach the operators to safely sling loads and to use the Pendant / Remote Controlled Crane
Training Methods
Classroom based and practical exercises and group participation.
Courses are run nationally 6 days a week. For further information fill out the form below.
Knowledge
Additional information
On completion of this course, the delegate will know:
- Their statutory duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- The correct procedure for using the Pendant / Remote Controller
- Safe methods of basic slinging
- The importance of weight and centre of gravity in relation to the safe working load of the lift tackle
Course
Content
- Statutory Requirements:
The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974:
Section 2, General duties of employers
Section 7 & 8, General duties of employees
Powers of the Inspectorate
LOLER & PUWER regulations
BS7121
- Introduction to Slinging:
Types of slinging available
Correct use of slings
Angle & Mode factors - Methods of Slinging:
Choice of equipment to suit SWL
Angles of lifts
Configuration of slings
Weight Assessment
Centre of Gravity
Load Packing
Balancing a Load
Turning of Load - Pendant/Remote Crane:
Identification of Controller
Mode of Operation
Safety Awareness in Area of Operations
Practical Crane Operation/Slinging
Control of Swing
Practical Assessment & Theoretical
Examination
