Crane Operator & Slinger Refresher
The course covers the safe operation of a Gantry Crane along with Slinging and Signalling relevant to lifting with a Gantry Crane and references the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998.
Description
Delegates will complete a theory classroom session and assessment as well as a practical session and assessment covering Gantry Crane operation, slinging loads and moving loads.
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SYLLABUS |
| · Relevant legislation. |
| · Roles & Responsibilities. |
| · Understand the components of a Gantry Crane. |
| · Understand operating controls and warnings. |
| · Lifting accessories and slinging. |
| · Understand the terminology relating to Gantry Cranes. |
| · Inspecting lifting equipment and accessories. |
| · Slinging calculations and signals. |
| · Written & practical assessments. |
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OTHER INFORMATION |
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The Slinger Banksman award associated with this course covers the delegates for performing this role whilst using the overhead and gantry cranes in use at ATLAS facilities to lift loads. The award is NOT a full Slinger Banksman award and therefore does not cover Mobile cranes and telehandlers. |