Cab Crane Operators
Course Overview
Duration: 5 Days
Max Number of Delegates: 3
Length of Certification: 3 Years
Accreditation: Certificated
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for personnel who will be lifting loads using a Cab Controlled Crane.
Aim
To teach the operators to safely sling loads and to use the Cab 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 the course trainees will be able to:
- Their statutory duties under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
- The machine identification, terminology and daily maintenance
- The safety aspects relating to the usage of this type of crane
- The operational disciplines relating to the usage of this type of crane
- The safe methods of slinging
Course
Content
- Statutory Requirements: The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974: Section 2, General duties of employers
- Introduction to Slinging:
Types of slinging available
Correct use of slings
Signalling and Communication - Methods of Slinging:
Choice of equipment to suit SWL
Angles of lifts
Configuration of slings
Weight Assessment
Centre of Gravity
Load Packing - No load situation
Safe awareness & Limit switches
Daily Maintenance
Pre-start procedure
Use of all motions
Close down procedure
Emergency exit from crane
Fire precautions - Loaded situation
Hook positioning
Taking the load
Lifting – Manoeuvring
Travelling – lowering
Section 7 & 8, General duties of employees
Powers of the Inspectorate LOLER & PUWER regulations
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