COURSE
Overhead Crane Training
Course Overview
Overhead Crane Training prepares participants to operate cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment safely and competently, in accordance with applicable occupational health and safety legislation and recognized industry standards.
The course focuses on hazard recognition, equipment inspection, load control, and safe lifting practices. It supports employer obligations to ensure workers are trained, competent, and capable of performing lifting operations without endangering people, equipment, or property.
Duration:
Duration will vary based on participant experience, equipment type, and group size. Training components may be delivered together or separately, depending on workplace needs and equipment. Contact us to confirm course duration based on your workplace needs.
Delivery Options:
Overhead Crane Training can be delivered:
- Onsite for employers
Training Method
Instruction includes:
- Instructor-led discussion
- Practical demonstrations
- Hands-on lifting and rigging exercises
- Scenario-based learning tied to workplace equipment
Training emphasizes correct technique, clear communication, and prevention-focused decision-making.
Course Content
1
Theory
Participants receive instruction covering:
- Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable industrial regulations
- Crane, hoist, and lifting equipment responsibilities
- Inspection requirements for cranes, slings, lifting points, and pendant controls
- Load limits, rated capacities, and operating envelopes
- Maintaining safe distances and clearances
- Standard hand signals and communication practices
- Best practices for safe crane operation
- Use of chains, slings, spreader bars, grabbers, and lifting attachments
2
Practical
Hands-on training focuses on safe application and includes:
- Controlled lifting, moving, and placing of loads
- Inspection of cranes, slings, fittings, and attachments
- Estimating load weight and assessing lift feasibility
- Rigging and lifting procedures
Workplace Medical reviews the type of crane and lifting equipment in use prior to confirming training to ensure appropriate instruction and evaluation.
Who Should Attend
This course is appropriate for:
- Overhead crane and hoist operators
- Maintenance personnel
- Supervisors responsible for lifting operations
- Workers involved in load handling activities
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