Crane Operator Classes BC - Crane operator training is for supervisors and operators of overhead lifting machine. The course is suitable for both current and new operators. Course content addresses relevant federal, provincial and state safety regulations. The first component of training includes complete in-class instruction and examination. After that is a hands-on customized session with practical lessons and assessment.
The content of the course applies to all types and categories of overhead lifting crane machines. The instruction would specifically focus on all aspects of crane operation which can be done at the trainee's workplace. Upon completion of the course, trainees would learn how to operate particular overhead lifting devices, related parts and attachments efficiently and safely.
The operator course's goal is to first identify and potentially dangerous operator habits which might develop while an individual operates an overhead crane. Costly damage to equipment and products can be prevented with correct practices. Training lessens the likelihood of a workplace incident or injury taking place.
The course will encompass around eight hours of classroom instruction with a couple of hours of on-site, hands-on, customized training. Participants are graded on their knowledge of training material via written testing and an assessment of their practical knowledge. The minimum acceptable score is 80%.
The in-class session, the trainee would be taught regarding causes of damages and occurrences, guidelines and legislation, danger awareness, internal responsibility, capacity ratings/load weight calculations, basic equipment and design principles, safe hosting/operating methods, pre-shift equipment checks, types of hardware, equipment applications/rigging, pedestrian/operator safety, angles and hitches, hand signals for slingers and operators, flipping/turning loads safely.
The practical training and evaluation portion of the course should be pre-scheduled. This customized part of the training will be held at the trainees' facility. The length of this practical training component is one to two hours. The instructor will train two operators at a time about skills such as planning the lift, proper rigging practices and safe operation.
Upon finishing the in-class instruction and the practical operating instruction and evaluation, the trainee will write an exam. Signed safety rules will be required from each and every participant. Successful trainees will be provided with individual wallet certificates. A framed wall certificate would be provided to the company.