COURSE OVERVIEW
This course provides foundational knowledge and practical skills for safely sling varied regular loads and safely direct a crane during crane operations. It covers hazard identification, control measures, lift planning, and the proper selection and use of communication methods.
Directing a crane to lift two loads using selected rigging and slinging types. Successful completion is a prerequisite for advanced crane operation unit standards.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of risk management, hazard control, and rigging planning to slinging regular loads.
- Identify and implement controls to lower the risk relating to foreseeable load hazards.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the difference between regular loads and irregular loads when using a sling.
- Demonstrate crane industry communication methods.
Pre-Requisite:
- US30072 – Demonstrate and apply knowledge of slinging regular loads safely
Entry Requirements:
3 months of related work experience – Evidence can be one or more of the following:
- Verification letter from the employer
- Work logbook or record of experience signed by the manager
- Reference letter from a supervisor or Manager outlining students experience, skills and competency over a three-month period
Post course requirement:
- To complete this Unit Standard the student will be given an evidence booklet that they are required to record a minimum of 40 lifts. Each lift must be verified by either their manager or supervisor.
- Upon completion, the evidence booklet must be returned to Besafe Training to be signed off.
NZQA unit standards include:
Unit standard 3789 (15 Credits)
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