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Crane Operator Training Prompts
Main components of cranePrompt 1
• Boom or Jib• Counter Weight• Rope• Engine• Wheels• Operators Cab• Carrier• Turntable• Outriggers
Types of Cranes common to the Oil & Gas fieldRough Terrain & All Terrain
Prompt 2
• Rough Terrain. You will find these on most Rigs. Only one operators cab
• All Terrains. These are common to most sites.You can operate them from 1 cab but drive them from the 2 cabs. Very versatile
Truck MountPrompt 3
• Commonly found on building sites.
• You can operate from the upper cab and drive them from the lower cab.
• Poor turning circle
Crawler CanePrompt 4
• Crawler Cranes have• Lattice Booms• They have tracks to
travel on instead of wheels
• No outriggers• Can turn in its own
circle
The OperatorPrompt 5
• You need to have a R.O.P license
• You need to have a current medical certificate
• You need good eyesight & hearing
• You need to have good knowledge of English
• You need to have common sense and be able to judge distances
Protective clothing for the operatorPrompt 6
• Safety Helmet• Safety Glasses• Coveralls• Safety Gloves ( not for
actual operation)• Safety Shoes
Pre-Crane Start Up CheckPrompt 7
• Sheaves• Rope /guards• Oil / coolant• Coolant / fuel• Hydraulic Oil• Tires• Look for Oil Leaks
Crane Set UpPrompt 8
• Firm Ground conditions• Outriggers fully extended• Correct Working Radius• Working area clear of
unauthorized personnel• Free from any hazards• Crane Operator & Riggers
understands exactly what needs to be done
Crane Operational Check without loadPrompt 9.
• Check Radius• Make sure the crane is
level• The outriggers are fully &
wheels are free from the ground
• Check the load indicator against the load chart
• Go through all crane operational motions i.e
Lifting the loadPrompt 10
• Confer with the banksman and others involved with the lift.
• Ensure the load is slinged correctly & safely with the correct capacity (S.W.L) lifting tackle
• On the signal from the banksman lift the load approx: 12” from the ground and check for level & stability
Travel the loadPrompt 11
• Travel the load to the landing site
• Use a tagline to help control the load
• Land the load on timbers
• Ensure the load is stable & remove rigging tackle
Insecure loadPrompt 12
• Should the load become unstable land it carefully and re rig the load correctly.
• Very poor rigging• The load will fall apart
at any time.
Potential HazardsPrompt 13
• Ensure you don’t travel the load over someone's head it could get in the way.
Hazards continued Prompt 14
• Do not operate long booms in windy or gusty conditions.
• The force of a strong wind could easily blow a crane with a long boom over.
Power Lines HazardPrompt 15
• Electric power lines are a extreme danger
• Electricity can arc over 6 mts.
• Keep your boom away from power lines.
• If you are working near them get it in writing that the power is switched off.
Hazards ContinuedPrompt 16
• Never work near welding operations.
• Never allow anyone to weld on your crane without authorization and the correct welding procedures
Hazards ContinuedPrompt 17
• Make sure there is no underground power lines or other unforeseen objects where you are about to set up your crane.
Hazards ContinuedPrompt 18
• Don’t operate your crane near edges of excavations you do not know what is there.
The things you should not do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 19• Do not operate your crane
if you are under the influence of alcohol.
• Drugs• Prescribed drugs unless
you have a medical certificate allowing you to operate the crane.
The things not to do continuedPrompt 20
• No smoking cigarettes or other whilst operating your crane
The things not to do continuedPrompt 21
• Its not a good bet to let anyone ride the hook or load , he has legs make him walk.
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 22• Check your crane
before you operate it• Ensure you know the
weight of the load• Inspect the rigging
tackle• Ensure no hazards
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 23• Ensure whilst
operating the crane all your limbs are inside the confines of the cab.
• Obey hand signals from a designated signalman
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 23• Always purge the
outriggers after a tea brake.
• When you feel tired due to heat stop and have a cup of tea or coffee.
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 24• Take advantage of any
training offered.• They are there to
enhance the operators capabilities of becoming a professional operator
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 25• Always consult your
load charts and check they correspond with the load indicator.
• After you have determined the weight of the load you consult your load charts and verify the radius.
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 26• You must physically
measure your radius.• Remember radius is
measured from center of rotation of the slew ring to the center of the vertical line running through the center of the hook block.
Measured RadiusPrompt 26A
• The radius is 10 meters.
Radius 10 mts
The things you must do whilst operating your crane
Prompt 27• If you find a fault with
your crane whilst working you must stop the crane and put it safe, notify the supervisor and call the mechanic.
Cooperating with othersPrompt 28
• It is of the utmost important that you the crane operator discuss the lift with all the people that are concerned with the lift.I.e supervisors , riggers etc.
Radio communication.Prompt 29
• Some times if you cannot see the load at all times then radio communication may be the only answer.
• There are set procedures to follow.
The Emergency StopPrompt 30
• You the operator take the hand signals from a designated signalman.
• YOU MUST OBEY THE EMERGENCY STOP SIGNAL FROM ANYONE!
The Load IndicatorPrompt 31
Weight
Boom Length
Radius
Safe
Reeve Button
Approach
Over Load
Lets Look At Radius AgainPrompt 32
Radius = 22mts
Lets take a look at a typical load chart construction
Prompt 33RB /
Minimum Radius X Maximum falls of rope = maximum weight the crane can lift
Lets take a look at a typical load chart construction
Prompt 33
Maximum boom length X minimum falls of rope=Minimum weight the crane can lift
Lets take a look at a typical load chart construction
Prompt 33
Min. RadiusMin Boom LengthMaximum load
Maximum RadiusMaximum Boom LengthMinimum Load
Avoid Low Boom AnglesPrompt 35
Long Boom Lengths low boom anglesIs the best way of tipping your craneOver. Avoid them at all costs
Low boom angles below 40 degs should be avoided at all costsNever mind what boom length is required.
Typical Load Charts Prompt 36
10 13 18 20 223 15 12 11 9 75 13 12 10 8 68 11 9 7 510 10 8 6 415 7 5 320 3 1
Boom Length in mts
RadiusIn mts
Load in Tonnes