National Construction College (NCC)

CPCS Crawler Crane: Above 10 Tonnes A02

A 10-day course on the operation of a crawler crane above 10 tonnes - no experience needed. If you pass the technical tests, we apply for the CPCS Trained Operator (red) Card on your behalf.

CPCS Crawler Crane: Above 10 Tonnes A02

From
£3410 no VAT
With grant:
£2700 (save £710)
Classroom based
pin_drop Kings Lynn
nest_clock_farsight_analog 10 days
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Course content

  • Operating the crane safely and efficiently

  • Responding to recognised crane signals

  • Positioning the crane

  • Altering jib lengths and associated safety devices

  • Carrying out routine maintenance and making minor adjustments

  • Understanding safe-load indicators and duties charts

  • Basic theory of power units, transmission systems, and control systems

  • Programming safe-load indicators

  • Understanding the effects of radius change on the safe working capacity

  • Statutory regulations and Codes of Practice

  • Effect of shock loading on structural strength, stability, and load displacement

  • Recognising the principles of safe slinging and the types and capacities of chains, slings, and lifting gear.

Teaching and assessment

  • 9 days classroom learning and practical exercises

  • 1-day CPCS technical tests.

What you get

  • CPCS Trained Operator (red) Card

  • CITB National Construction College e-certificate available on request.

Entry requirements

  1. CITB HS&E test passed in the last two years, or the new CPCS Plant Operative Health, Safety and Environment Test - NOCN Job Cards.

  2. Good spoken and written English

  3. Valid form of ID. See accepted forms of ID.

By booking a course, you agree to follow our Terms and Conditions.

Grants and funding

Grants are available for eligible employers. For further information please visit our grant pages.

Did we miss something?

For more information, email ncc.accountmanager@citb.co.uk or call 0344 994 4433.