Overhead Crane Operator
Operator certification for overhead travelling cranes including pre-use inspection, load control, anti-collision practice and emergency procedures.
Learning outcomes
- Understand the components and operation of overhead cranes.
- Perform pre-operational inspections and functional checks.
- Operate the crane smoothly and precisely to move loads.
- Understand the load charts and capacity limits of the crane.
- Follow signals from the banksman or slinger.
- Recognize and respond to crane malfunctions or emergencies.
- Use the crane's safety features and limit switches correctly.
- Follow safe procedures for parking and securing the crane.
- Understand the hazards of overhead crane operations.
- Demonstrate competence in crane operation through practical assessments.
Who should attend
Riggers, slingers, banksmen, crane operators and lifting supervisors
On completion
Global SPS certificate of training issued to each successful participant, with records retained for client and regulatory audit.
Where we deliver this course
We deliver the Overhead Crane Operator course at our training centre in Abidjan or directly on your site anywhere in Côte d'Ivoire and West Africa, in English or French, for groups of 4 to 10 participants. Courses follow international standards and are scheduled around your operation.
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