Course Content

• Crane operational characteristics

• Frequent and periodic inspections

• How to read and apply load charts

• How to use a range diagram

• Quadrants of operation

• Reeving and line pull

• Proper mobile crane set-up

• Evaluating ground and soil stability

• Outriggers and pad loading

• How to use a range diagram

• Use of jibs and extensions

• Stability vs Structural competence

• Evaluating the load

• Wire rope types and inspection

• Accident prevention and root cause

• How to determine load weight

• Effects of side loading

• Power line contact prevention

• Crane hands signals

• Personnel lifting

• OSHA/ASME compliance

Certification

On completion of the training, participants shall complete a written test to verify understanding of the course. Successful participants shall be awarded certificate of competence.