AIMS & OBJECTIVES:

The aim of this module is to provide delegates with the necessary knowledge and skills required to safely operate a Lorry Mounted Crane.

Learning Outcomes:

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

• Legislation

• Introduction to loader cranes

• Operating principles and controls

• Pre - operational checks

• Lifting equipment attachments

• Siting the loader crane

• Deployment of stabilizer legs

• Use of controls

• Preparing the loader crane for use

• Operating the loader crane

• Stowing procedure

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

Delegates attending the Lorry Loader training shall be given a series of explanations and demonstrations. At the end of the course 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.

The practical assessment requires the assessor to observe the delegates perform the following specified tasks to the required standard:

• Carrying out pre - operational checks

• Positioning vehicle and setting outriggers

• Unfolding crane from travelling position

• Slinging the load

• Lifting, slewing, lowering the load

• Obeying signals

• Folding the crane and stowing stabilizers

• General site safety