This Gantry Crane training is designed for any personnel who are required to use or work with an Overhead Gantry Crane or Hoist.
By the end of the course the successful candidates will be able to carry out a safe pre-shift inspection of both crane and lifting accessories.
Be able to operate the machine safely and correctly in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions and accepted good practice.
Understand basic slinging principles, rig and safely transport a load from pick up to set down point.
Health and safety legislation
Accidents causes and prevention
Crane / Slingers signals
Overload warning systems
Pre-use inspection
Load assessment
Correct lifting accessory selection
Safe working loads
PPE requirements
All Overhead Gantry Crane courses cover the 3 elements required for completion of the Basic Operators Skills test.
Pre operational use checks / Theoretical Test / Practical Skills Test
Overhead Gantry Cranes
Swing Jibs and Swivel Hoists
A Frames
Vaccum lifts - Magnets - Plate clamps - Chain sets - Slings
Remote and Pendant controlled
For the new operator with no experience. Starting from the ground up and encompassing all aspects of machine understanding, operation and safety.
Shorter duration course for trainees with prior operating experience and familiarisation with the equipment.
For the previously trained and certified operator. The Safety Refresher is designed to assist with compliance of Health & Safety Regulations and insurance requirements.
Contact us to get more information about our courses, durations and prices.