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.

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