Crane Operation Training – Practical Skills & Safety
The Crane Operator Competency Training Course is designed to teach operators how cranes work and how to operate them safely and efficiently. Participants will learn best practices for crane operation, develop practical skills, and gain the confidence to handle cranes competently and safely on the job.
Topics Covered
- Accidents
- Overview of Subpart N
- Cranes and Derricks
- Hazards in Crane Operation
- Causes of Crane Failure
- Powerlines – OSHA
- Powerlines – ANSI B30.5
- Synthetic Web Slings
- Hand Tucked Splice
- Group discussion
- Wire Rope
- Personnel Platforms
- Hitches
- Choker
- Angles
- Shackle Types
- Hook Inspection
- Shackle use
- Wedge Sockets
- Debate
- Anchoring
Instructional Method
- Lecture
- PowerPoint Presentation
- Group Discussions
- Question and Answer Session
- Demonstration
- Hands on Practical Training.
Equipment Used
- Computer/Laptop/DVD