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Crane Operator Safety

Name: Crane Operator Safety: Preventing Accidents, Protecting Lives
Brand: OSHA Outreach Courses
SKU: SKU-0159
Price: 29.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (2457 reviews)

Jobs that involve moving large, heavy vehicles are prone to severe health hazards. In our 20 minutes course learn all about our Cran Operator Safety course.

The rising rates of severe injuries and fatalities due to poor handling of large machinery especially cranes in the construction industry is alarming. Over 249 cases have been reported which involves 37% fatalities rates due to workers getting crushed under the weight. If a worker is unaware of properly operating a crane he can put other's life in jeopardy. Hence it's important to enroll in our online training course and learn about the crane operator safety rules and regulations. Workers get to know about the precautions needed to safeguard the lives of other employees and to take proactive measures in times of emergency. So, learn more about the course and how to enroll in it.

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Learning Objectives

Here are the objectives of our crane operator safety course:
Understand Crane Types and Components:
It helps identify different types of cranes and their components and explain their functions and uses.
Comprehend Safety Regulations:
Familiarize with relevant safety regulations and standards, including OSHA guidelines and manufacturer’s recommendations.
Perform Pre-Operation Inspections:
Demonstrate how to conduct thorough pre-operation inspections to ensure the crane is in safe working condition.

Proper Crane Setup and Configuration:
You can learn about the correct procedures for setting up and configuring cranes for various lifting operations.
Load Handling and Stability:
Candidates learn about the principles of load handling and crane stability, including calculating load capacities and ensuring proper load distribution.
Safe Operation Practices:
It involves practicing safe operation techniques, that include signaling, communication, and maneuvering to avoid accidents and ensure safe lifting.

Course Outline

1. Introduction
1. Welcome
2. Overview
3. Learning Objectives
4. Working Safely with Cranes
2. Worksite Preparation
1. Worksite Preparation
2. Knowledge Check: What Do You Think?
3. Support Surfaces: Floats
4. Support Surfaces: Invisible Hazards
5. Support Surfaces: Excavated Areas
6. Transmitters
7. Work Area
8. Learning Activity: The Work Area
3. Power Lines
1. Power Lines
2. Power Lines (continued)
3. Maintain Safe Distances from Overhead Power Lines
4. Knowledge Check: What Is Wrong Here?
5. Cranes and Other High-Reaching Equipment
6. Emergency Procedures for Power Line Contact
7. Knowledge Check: Power Lines
4. Crane Operation
1. Operation Essentials
2. Boom and Load Block
3. Signaling
4. Knowledge Check: Hand Signals

5. Special Operations
1. Pick and Carry
2. More Special Operations
6. Conditions Affecting Operations
1. Conditions Affecting Operation
2. The Environment
3. Side Loading and Dynamic Loading
4. Condition of Equipment
5. Learning Activity: Adverse Weather Conditions
7. Conclusion
1. Summary

Training Process

At OSHA Outreach Courses, you can select the crane operator safety course and learn it at the pace that suits you. The online training offers access to a range of resources, including guides, PDFs, and eBooks, and allows you to engage with sample assessments for practical application. Each subject is organized into individual classes, enabling you to study and learn according to your own schedule. Additionally, materials are available in multiple languages to ensure clarity and accessibility.

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