INTRODUCTION FOR OVERHEAD CRANE SAFETY TRAINING
Overhead cranes move heavy items in manufacturing and production areas. Although cranes are useful, “overhead” cranes can sometimes be “out of sight and out of mind” when it comes to safety. Only trained and qualified operators should use overhead cranes.
The overall objectives of the course are discussed with the trainees, placing an emphasis on individual operator responsibilities. The shift in liability from the management to the operator is stressed for those who are trained and qualified. The operators will be trained in safe operation and handling of crane, avoiding accidents, proper material handling techniques, and protecting equipment and materials.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
The course is conducted in both Bahasa Malaysia & English to the operative level, or crane handler.
- Overview on the legal requirement
- Define what is an Overhead crane and differences between a forklift.
- Why we need the crane and the advantages of applying.
- Type of cranes & it’s component.
- Type of sling.
- Main defects and it’s sources.
- Safety devices on the cranes.
- Safe operation of cranes.
- Safety checklist on cranes.
- Sling & rigging safety.
- Safe working limit of slings.
- Signalling.
COURSE METHODOLOGY
The training will be conducted in Bahasa Malaysia or English as required by customer. There will be lectures, group discussion, practical session and pre / post-test. This stimulating program will maximize the understanding and learning through interactive lectures sessions.
WHO MUST ATTEND
- Overhead crane operators
- Maintenance team
- Supervisors
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS
- 15 participants
COURSE BENEFITS
Upon completion this programme, the participants will be able to:
- To learn ways of operating overhead crane in a safe manner at the workplace that will save an organization from losses due to human injuries and property damages.
- To conduct safety and maintenance inspections of overhead crane on daily basis that will greatly help in reducing overhead crane breakdowns and high maintenance costs.
- To understand the common causes of overhead crane accidents and ways of avoiding them.
COURSE CONTENT
Practical session shall be carried out after lunch
One-day session
- 9.00 am : Introduction, Pre-test
- 9.10 am : Legal requirement related to Crane Handling, Installation & Certification (OSHA 94 & FMA 67 and Regulations)
- 10.30 am : Morning Break
- 10.45 am : Theory – Safe operation and handling of Crane Safe handling operation Inspection checklist
- 11.45 am : Group discussion
- 12.15 am : Sling, rigging & pendant safety Signalling
- 1.00 pm : Lunch Break
- 2.00 pm : Sling Inspection
- 2.20 pm : Practical session
- 4.15 pm : Late Tea Break
- 4.30 pm : Discussion and Q&A
Post Test Evaluation - End
