Overhead Cranes

The Overhead Crane course provides essential skills and knowledge for safe lifting operations. It exceeds the current CSA B167, ASME B30.2 standards, and industry regulations, serving as a foundational training program for personnel involved in overhead crane operations that are under 10 tons in capacity.

Course Overview

Outline

Legislation, regulation, and standards
Risk management
Basic rigging plans
Calculating load weight, sling tension, and understanding the rigging triangle
Rigging equipment (slings, hitches, hooks, rigging hardware, below-the-hook lifting devices, chain blocks and lever hoists)
Pre-use inspection of rigging equipment and overhead cranes
Duties and responsibilities of riggers, signal persons, and overhead crane operators
Safe use of tag lines
Radio communications and hand signals
Overhead crane types, components, safe use
Controlling load swing

Location

Client's location

Length

2 Days

Cost

Required Equipment

Required PPE: safety footwear, safety glasses, hard hat, hi-vis clothing, gloves

Certificate

Valid for 3 years

Policies

This course is subject to our Cancellation and Refund Policies.

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