CICB’s Articulating Boom Loader Training program is specifically designed to upgrade the existing knowledge and skill levels of basic and trainee ABL operators. Articulating boom loaders are used for moving palletized materials, roofing materials, drywall, sheetrock, and other materials. It is most commonly used in construction.
We highly recommend having previous Articulating Boom Crane experience prior to enrolling in this course, however, it is not required. Through classroom problems and hands-on exercises, this three-day program teaches operation, safety hazards, and standards/regulations.
Standards Covered:
- OSHA 29 CFR Part 1910.180
- OSHA 29 CFR Subpart CC
- ASME / ANSI B30.5
- ASME / ANSI B30.10
- ASME / ANSI B30.20
- ASME / ANSI B30/22
- ASME / ANSI B30.26
Location | Enrollment | Start Date | End Date |
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Houston, TX | Open | 05/15/2023 | 05/18/2023 |
You will benefit from learning about:
- Operator Requirements and Responsibilities
- Effective Communications Among Lifting Personnel
- Proper Use of Hand and Voice Signals
- Applicable OSHA & ANSI/ASME Safety Standards
- Safe, Effective and Efficient Operating Techniques
- Proper Articulating Crane Set-up
- Evaluating and Applying Site Conditions
- Dangers of Power Lines
- Equipment Overload, Shock Loading
- Supporting Surface Requirements
- Load Chart Interpretations and Applications
- Lift Planning & Determining and Verifying the Load Weight
- Load Control
- Use of Operator Aids
- Basic Rigging Principles
- Determining the Load’s Center of Gravity
- Sling Selection, Inspection and Sling Angles
- Wire Rope Construction and Inspection
- Hitch Selection and Applications
- Pre-Operation & Post Operation Inspections
- Equipment Maintenance
- Minimizing the Opportunity for Accidents

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