Overhead Crane


COURSE OVERVIEW:

The Overhead Gantry Crane operator training course will give you the skills to operate the crane safely and efficiently, carry out a pre-use inspection and understand the causes of load stability. 

Candidates will also learn use of slinging equipment and basic slinging techniques.

COURSE CONTENT:

All course candidates will complete a theory session incorporating elements of Health and Safety, Load Stability, Hazard Identification, Operational Pre-Use Checks, fault reporting and how to estimate/ determine the weight of loads and their centre of gravity.

Candidates will then undertake practical training and assessments to build operator confidence and abilities to ensure the safe operation of overhead gantry cranes in the workplace.

COURSE DURATION:

We are a fully RTITB accredited provider and follow the guidelines for course content and duration which are found below: https://www.rtitb.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/NORS-Matrix-v18.1219.pdf

CERTIFICATION:

A Certificate of Basic Training for each operator will be issued upon successful completion of both the Theoretical Knowledge and Practical exams.  An In-House Certificate or a NORS Certificate which is fully RTITB Accredited can also be provided at an additional registration cost.

PR Training Ltd can also deliver ‘In House’ training courses and certification to cover health and safety guidelines set out by HSE in line with HSG L113.