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Pedestal Mounted Crane

Pedestal Mounted Crane
    FEATURES:
  • Final results sent back to company administrator
  • Training can be taken wherever there is an internet connection
  • Does not have to be completed in one sitting
  • Certificate of completion
  • Evaluation form and instructions for evaluating operators available for free download
  • Pop-up quiz questions to test your knowledge
  • Definitions of pedestal crane terms

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Introduction
Navigating Through the Training
Types of Maritime Cranes
Maritime Crane Regulations
Inspections & Records

ANATOMY

Pedestal Mounted Crane
Operator Station
Pedestal & Turret Section
Boom
Wire Rope
Crane Block
Hook Assembly

HAZARDS

6 Common Hazards Associated With Mobile Cranes
Critical Lifts
Two-Blocking the Crane
Accident Profile #1
Hit By Falling Load
Accident Profile #2
Hit By Falling Load
Hoisting Personnel
Accident Profile #3
Suspended Platforms
Personnel Transfer Device
Operator’s View Obstructed
Accident Profile #4

RIGGING

Rigging Considerations
Accident Profile #5
Typical Rigging Hardware
Synthetic Sling Inspection
Wire Rope & Chain Sling Inspection
Rigging Hardware Inspection
Basic Rigging Practices
Load’s Center of Gravity
Sling Angles
Basic Hitches

OPERATIONS

Safe Operation Guidelines
Hand Signals
Hand Signals Cont.
Conclusion

TEST