🔍 Click to Expand: Overhead Crane & Rigging Training Overview

The ACTI Overhead Crane & Rigging Training Program is designed to provide participants with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required for the safe operation and inspection of overhead cranes and rigging systems. This program emphasizes compliance with industry standards, CSA guidelines, and safety regulations to ensure efficient and secure lifting operations.

Throughout the course, participants will learn how to perform pre-use inspections, properly rig loads, handle equipment safely, and identify potential hazards associated with crane operations in industrial and construction environments.

📌 Key Learning Modules:

  • Legislation, Codes, & Standards: Understanding the regulatory framework, employer and worker responsibilities, and applicable CSA standards.
  • Introduction & Types of Overhead Cranes: Exploring various crane types, their components, and the principles of safe operation.
  • Anatomy & Inspection: Identifying key crane components and conducting routine inspections to maintain operational safety.
  • Rigging Considerations: Learning about rigging hardware, load calculations, and proper rigging techniques to secure loads safely.
  • Operational Practices: Mastering crane operation procedures, effective load handling, and communication protocols during lifts.
  • Hazard Recognition & Mitigation: Identifying potential risks and implementing control measures to minimize hazards during operations.

✅ Upon Completion:

  • ✅ **Understand and apply** safety regulations and industry standards for overhead crane operations.
  • ✅ **Conduct thorough pre-use inspections** to ensure equipment is safe for operation.
  • ✅ **Implement proper rigging practices** and load handling techniques.
  • ✅ **Recognize potential hazards** and apply appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • ✅ **Execute emergency response procedures** effectively during critical lifts.
  • ✅ **Demonstrate proficiency** through written assessments and practical evaluations.

Successful completion of this program certifies that participants are qualified to operate overhead cranes and manage rigging tasks in accordance with industry best practices, ensuring a safe work environment in industrial and construction settings.