AIMS & OBJECTIVES:

The aim of this module is to provide the delegates, the necessary knowledge & skills required for the proper use and pre - operational inspection of overhead bridge cranes.

Learning Outcomes:

To successfully complete this module, delegates are required to meet all the specified learning outcome listed below:

• LOLER requirements for bridge cranes

• Differences between single girder & double girder cranes

• Differences between top running & under running cranes

• Operation of bridge crane main components

• Bridge crane operating precautions

• Responsibilities for ensuring safe lifting operations

• Bridge crane inspection requirements

• The need for risk assessments & lifting plans

• The necessary actions in preparation for lifting

• Pre - operation inspection of bridge cranes

• Basic hitches used in lifting operations

• How sling angles affect sling capacities

• Calculating weights of loads

• Pre - use inspections of lifting equipment

• Correctly prepare load placement area

• Operating a bridge crane in a safe and controlled manner to lift, move and lower loads

• Shutting down the crane and carrying out post operation inspections.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

Delegates attending the Overhead Bridge Crane Operator training shall be given a series of explanations and demonstrations.

On completion of the module, delegates shall be given a theory questionnaire to assess their understanding of the knowledge elements specified in the learning outcomes. The assessment is an open book and a pass mark of 80% must be attained.

Delegates shall also undergo a practical assessment which requires them to demonstrate that they have retained and understood the information covered in the theoretical portion of the module by participating in a practical assessment which includes: conducting pre - use inspections, slinging / rigging up loads, checking set - up, raising, moving and lowering loads.