RIIHAN305D - Operate a Gantry or Overhead Crane

This course is aimed at those who are required to carry out works requiring the operation of gantry or overhead cranes. The course covers identifying work requirements and instructions for undertaking the task, hazard identification and control, inspection and maintenance and the safe operation of the machines.

COURSE CONTENT SUMMARY

Students will attain the practical application and understanding required to operate skid steer loaders in all industries and will be able to:

  • Plan and prepare for gantry or overhead crane operations 
  • Carry out hazard identification, risk assessment and control
  • Understand the Legislation, Regulations and Standards applicable to gantry or overhead crane operations
  • Prepare load for lift in accordance with crane limitations and rigging requirements
  • Perform pre-start, start-up, park-up and shutdown procedures
  • Interpret signals in accordance with AS2550
  • Operate controls to lift, transfer and lower loads
  • Monitor lift operations and ensure compliance
  • Inspect crane for faults
  • Perform routine operational servicing, lubrication and housekeeping tasks
  • Process written records

QUALIFICATION OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this course students will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for 'RIIHAN305D - Operate a Gantry or Overhead Crane' with the option of a wallet sized card also. The Unique Student Identifier must be supplied and verified prior to issuance.

*** PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WHILE THIS IS A NATIONAL ACCREDITATION, OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS AND LICENCING REQUIREMENTS MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND THAT A (CB) CRANE LICENCE IS REQUIRED AS MINIMUM TO OPERATE IF GANTRY OR BRIDGE CRANE HAS MORE THAN 3 POWERED MOVEMENTS AND THE DETERMINATION OF WHAT CONSTITUTES A POWERED MOVEMENT ***

VALIDITY OF CERTIFICATION

Your Statement of Attainment does not have an expiry date, however it is widely requested in the industry that a Verification Of Competency (VOC) be conducted prior to commencement on many construction and mining sites.

Course Delivery

Training and assessment is a one-day course, generally conducted on-site at the premises of industry clients, provided there are suitable infrastructure and industry training facilities available.

*** Group bookings are welcomed and discounts apply ***

Prerequisite Information

Candidates will need to have basic literacy/numeracy skills. No other requirements are needed to enroll in the course for RIIHAN305D - Operate a Gantry or Overhead Crane.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

In order to secure your position on the course we will need to receive a deposit, with the full amount to be received prior to commencement of training.

Online payments options available, including PayPal.

 

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