Overhead gantry crane training

NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme) accredited overhead gantry crane training for experienced operators and novices.

Course objective

Overhead Crane training enables employees to learn the basic elements of crane driving and slinging to help them become competent operatives.

Accredited by

NPORS (National Plant Operators Registration Scheme)

Accredited course name

N104 - Overhead gantry crane training

Course content

  • Health & safety at work act
  • Management of Health and Safety at Work
  • PUWER
  • LOLER
  • Introduction to the crane and accessories
  • Inspection and selection of lifting tackle
  • Safety rules for slingers
  • Stability of loads and stress factors in lifting tackle
  • Estimation of load weights
  • Safe use of lifting equipment and general slinging methods
  • Crane operating procedures and precautions
  • Slinging and movement of goods
  • End of shift safe shut down procedures and safe storing of accessories

Assessment

Theory and Practical Examination.

Ratio

1 instructor : 1 overhead crane : 3 candidates

Duration

The duration of the course will vary depending on the experience of the candidates.

  • Novice operators: 3 day course
  • Experienced operators: 1 day course

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