Utility Truck

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 utility truck terms

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Introduction 1
Introduction 2
Mobile Crane Regulations
Inspections & Records

ANATOMY

Utility Boom Truck
Cab & Chassis
Outriggers & Stabilizers
Operator Station
Turret Section
Boom
Wire Rope
Crane Block
Hook Assembly

STABILITY

Stability
Load Charts
Introduction to Crane Operations
Setup Considerations
Critical Lifts

HAZARDS

6 Common Hazards Associated With Mobile Cranes
Working Around Power Lines
Accident Profile #1
Working Around Power Lines Continued
Outrigger/Stabilizer Hazards
Accident Profile #2
Outrigger/Stabilizer Hazards Continued
Overloading
Accident Profile #3
Overloading Continued
Two-Blocking the Crane
Accident Profile #4
Hoisting Personnel
Accident Profile #5
Operator’s View Obstructed
Accident Profile #6
Planning

RIGGING

Rigging Considerations
Accident Profile #7
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

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