Utility Crane Online Training

With our Utility Crane Online Training, you can stay aligned with OSHA regulations and increase your understanding of the hazards associated with working with or near utility cranes.

Based on OSHA Industry Standards
Flexible, Self-Paced Mobile Learning Module
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Duration: 3 Hour(s)

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About this Course

This course teaches operators about utility cranes, their applications, and components. It covers how these parts move loads, identifying potential risks like electrical hazards, falling loads, and tip-overs, and emphasizes regular inspections and safety procedures.

Our Utility Crane safety training course is regulation-aligned and meets classroom training requirements. This course includes practice quiz questions for the final written exam and a checklist for employers to use when administering practical exams.

What Standards Does This Course Cover?

This course meets the following standards:

OSHA 29 CFR 1926 – Construction Industry
- 29 CFR 1926.180 – Crawler, Locomotive and Truck cranes
- 29 CFR 1926.1400 – Cranes and Derricks
ANSI/ASME B30 – Cranes and Related Equipment
- ASME B30.5 – Mobile and locomotive cranes
- ASME B30.22 Articulating boom cranes

Outline

Topics Covered

Overview of the Course
- Introduction to the Equipment
Anatomy & Components
- Pre-shift inspections
Stability Principles
Rigging Considerations
Common Hazards
- Accident Profiles
Safe Operations
Rigging and Hand Signals

What You’ll Learn

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the need for pre-shift inspections and how to conduct one.
Recognize the common risks connected with a utility crane and how to prevent them.
Learn how to work safely in a variety of on-site circumstances.

FAQs

How Long Will It Take to Complete the Course?

Because everyone learns and progresses at different speeds, the amount of time you spend taking this training will vary. However, the estimated time for this training is 150 – 180 min.