Improve overhead crane safety and be better prepared for an OSHA inspection by attending this training program. The latest OSHA and ASME crane standards are thoroughly covered, inspection checklists are provided, and students learn how to properly document the inspection.
Inspector and Operator certifications are available.
4 days | $1,195
CIA Inspector Certification $295
FREE CIA Operator Certification
FREE CIA Rigger/Signalperson Qualification
Equipment
- Cab/Pulpit Operated
- Pendant Operated
- Remote Control Operated
Topics
- Types, components and terminology
- Causes and results of overhead crane accidents
- Inspector’s role in reducing crane accidents and liability
- Setting up an inspection program
- OSHA and ASME inspection requirements
- The three levels of inspection
- Inspection procedures and techniques
- Recognizing and understanding the differences between deficiencies and safety hazards
- Correct way to write inspection reports to provide the proper documentation
- Inspecting structural components: sheaves, blocks, and hooks, operating mechanisms, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, hydraulic cylinders, wire rope, operational aids and safety devices
- Structural, mechanical, electrical, operational and safety/liability areas of inspection
- Performing load tests
- Safe operating practices and procedures
- Hand and voice signals
- Hoisting personnel
- Basic rigging procedures
Requirements for Operator Certification
- Complete a Crane Institute of America Overhead Crane Operator & Rigger /Signalperson training program.
- Pass a written examination.
- Have a minimum of 1 year operating experience as the designated operator of overhead and/or gantry cranes. (A trainee certification is available for personnel who do not meet experience requirements.)
- Possess the physical ability to safely operate overhead cranes.
Requirements for Inspector Certification
- Complete a Crane Institute of America Overhead Crane Operator training program.
- Pass a written examination.
- Have a minimum of 3 years experience working in a capacity of operation, maintenance, repair, inspection, safety or supervision with overhead cranes. (A trainee certification is available for personnel who do not meet experience requirements.)
- Possess the physical ability to perform inspections on overhead cranes.
You will receive
- Overhead Cranes Handbook
- Rigging Handbook
- Overhead Crane Operator Workbook (includes applicable OSHA/ASME standards, pre-operational inspection checklists, etc.)
- Wire Rope Inspection Card
- Rigger’s Capacity Card
- Inspection Certificate Decal
- Overhead Crane Hand Signal Card
- Certificate of Training
