Overhead Cranes, the workhorses of the industry, attract little interest until they become inoperable or have a failure. Even though overhead crane operation may appear simple, the number of overhead crane accidents rank amongst one of the top compared to every other type of crane. CICB’s Overhead Crane/Hoist Operator Training program is specifically designed to upgrade the existing knowledge and skill levels of experienced operators, trainees, safety personnel, inspectors, maintenance personnel, managers, and supervisors. This two-day program is filled with hands-on-experience, creating the ultimate learning environment. All whom attend this program will gain significant and useful skills. They will lastly leave with a stronger understanding and appreciation of the requirements and responsibilities of Overhead Crane Operators.
This program will greatly benefit those that work in any sort of production industry: automotive/transportation, aviation, concrete manufacturing, metal manufacturing, power plants, shipbuilding, etc.
Types of Cranes Covered:
- Overhead Bridge Cranes
- Monorail and Underhung Cranes
- Jib Cranes
- Rail Mounted
- Rubber Tire Mounted Gantry Cranes
| Location | Enrollment | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | Open | 05/24/2023 | 05/25/2023 |
| Orlando, FL | Open | 06/07/2023 | 06/08/2023 |
| Houston, TX | Open | 07/19/2023 | 07/20/2023 |
| Phoenix, AZ | Open | 08/23/2023 | 08/24/2023 |
| Orlando, FL | Open | 08/30/2023 | 08/31/2023 |
| Houston, TX | Open | 09/20/2023 | 09/21/2023 |
| Orlando, FL | Open | 10/11/2023 | 10/12/2023 |
| Houston, TX | Open | 11/15/2023 | 11/16/2023 |
| Orlando, FL | Open | 12/06/2023 | 12/07/2023 |
You will benefit from learning about:
- Applicable OSHA & ANSI/ASME Safety Standards
- Overhead Crane Nomenclature and Construction
- Operator Qualifications
- Operator Requirements and Responsibilities
- Safe, Effective and Efficient Operating Techniques
- Operational Limitations
- Handling the Load
- Methods and Forms of Communication
- Considerations for Critical Lifts
- Equipment Overload, Shock Loading, Two-Blocking
- Pre-Operation & Post Operation Inspections
- Inspection Procedure and Documentation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Minimizing the Opportunity for Accidents
- Wire Rope Construction and Inspection
- Basic Rigging Principles
- Determining the Load’s Center of Gravity
- Sling Selection and Inspection
- Tension Developed by Sling Angles
- Wire Rope Construction and Inspection
- Hitch Selection and Applications
- Effect of Sling Angles on Rigging and Hardware
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