Overhead Crane & Rigging Training

Not only will you have the FOUNDATION to rig the load, but also Operate the Overhead Crane using the information learned to RISE ABOVE RISK.

Cranemasters Overhead Crane & Rigging Level 1 course is a 8-hour interactive program that combines our Overhead Crane Operator and Rigging Level 1 courses. Includes six hours of theory and two hours of practical training.

Some of the topics covered in this course include:

Overhead Crane:

• Crane Types

• Operation techniques and requirements

• Pre-Use, Frequent, and Periodic Inspection requirements

• All crane Components

• Emergency Scenarios and what are the operators requirements

• Hand Signals

• Operator Positioning and Planning

Rigging Level - 1:

• Understanding the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Regulations and Code

• Rigging Components - applications and limitations (web slings, wire rope slings, chain slings, polyester round slings, shackles, eyebolts, swivel hoist rings, hooks etc.) .

• Below the Hook Devices - application and limitations (Spreader Bars, Plate Clamps, Beam Clamps, Barrel Lifters, Magnets, Vacuum Lifter, etc.)

• Hand Operated Hoists - application and limitations (Lever Hoists, and Hand Chain Hoists)

• How to determine Load Weights and Centre of Gravity

• Understanding Sling Tension and calculations

• Hand Signals, Taglines, No Touch Tools

Price: $375.00      Duration: 8 hours