Crane Operation Safety Training
Crane Operation requires a competent person who can adequately plan all lifting operations involving lifting equipment, appropriately supervise, and carry them out safely. Crane operations are growing with the number of international regulations, and many machinery types pose challenges for manufacturers and operators. An effective Crane Operation safety training program helps organizations prevent significant accidents, achieve their obligations, and fulfill legal requirements and Operational Control requirements of ISO 45001:2018.
The Crane Operation Safety Training course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to work safely with cranes in various industrial settings.
The primary objectives include:
Understanding Crane Operations: Gain comprehensive knowledge of crane types, components, and safe operational practices
Safety Regulations: Understand and adhere to relevant safety regulations and standards governing crane operations
Preventive Maintenance: Learn and implement preventive maintenance measures to ensure the safe and efficient operation of cranes
Load Handling: Develop skills for safe load handling, including proper rigging techniques and load capacity considerations
Emergency Response: Acquire the ability to respond effectively to emergencies related to crane operations, including evacuation and first aid procedures
Course Prerequisites
- At least 21 years of age
- Basic knowledge that is sufficient for the performance as crane operator
- Holding a valid heavy machinery UAE driving license
Course Outline
Day 1: Rigging and Slinging
- Rights and responsibilities
- Terms and definitions of various lifting/rigging terminology
- Introduction to various types of slings (webbing slings, wire rope slings and chain slings)
- Pre-use inspection of various types of slings
- Rejection criteria of lifting accessories
- Types of lifting hitches
- Sling angles
- Determining the slings capacity
- Types of Shackles, eye bolts and hooks, chain block , turn buckles and their inspection
- Proper lifting techniques
- Communication and Hand Signals during Lifting
- Hazards associated with lifting and cranes work
- Lifting & Handling General Principle
Day 2: Safe Mobile Crane Operation
- Types of mobile cranes
- Illustration of various components of mobile cranes
- Duties and responsibilities of crane operator
- Proper set up of mobile cranes
- Safety precaution during cranes routine work
- Pre-use inspection
- How to read and understand the load charts of mobile cranes
- Stability of cranes and factors that affects the stability and strength of the cranes
- Introduction for RCI/LMI (crane’s computers)
Benefits of Crane Operations Safety training
Enhanced Crane Safety: Improved safety awareness and adherence to safe practices when working with cranes
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards governing crane operations
Reduced Incidents: Minimize accidents and incidents through proper training in crane operations and safety
Preventive Maintenance: Increase efficiency and safety through the implementation of preventive maintenance measures
Emergency Preparedness: Enhance preparedness for responding to emergencies related to crane operations
Upon completion of Crane Operation Safety training course, participants will be able to understand:
- How to safely operate a variety of cranes
- How to perform daily inspections
- How to communicate with riggers and DSPs during lifts
- How to follow all safety procedures
- The different types of cranes and their uses (e.g. truck mounted cranes, knuckle boom cranes, overhead bridge cranes, overhead and gantry cranes, and more)
- The terminology used in the crane industry
- The different types of loads and how to properly secure them
- How to read and understand lifting plans