Overhead Crane Course Outline

Classroom Training:

·  Applicable OSHA and ASME/ANSI rules and regulations

·  Pre-operation inspection

·  Modes of operation

·  Crane configuration

·  Reeving

·  Wire rope construction, design factors, uses and inspection

·  Crane work areas

·  Gross and net capacity

·  When and how to take deductions

·  Factors that reduce capacity

·  Knowing and understanding hand signals

·  Operator and rigger responsibilities

·  Written tests (general crane safety knowledge)

Hands-on Training:

·  Pre-operational inspection

·  Site conditions and inspection

·  Lift problems

·  Rigging

1846 Eagle Farms Road· Chester Springs PA 19425
Phone: 610-321-2679 · Fax: 610-321-2765