Port Coquitlam Crane Safety Training

Port Coquitlam Crane Safety Training - Both crane driver as well as their supervisors must be aware of all the potential issues related to the use of an overhead crane. All over North America, there is legislation which provides rules for the safe operation, inspection and maintenance of lifting equipment. Crane Safety courses really help managers and owners of cranes accredit their drivers based on the provincial legislation.

We have designed several training courses in order to equip drivers with all of the knowledge and skills needed to be able to make crane lifting safer and easier. Training the operator actually helps to extend the crane's life span by guaranteeing crane's safe operation and high performance.

Operators who are accredited are required to run and operate articulated cranes under 16,000 lbs. capacity. The articulated crane operator should know regarding the various operational characteristics and features of the equipment. Prior to use, a pre-operational machine check must be done. There is a legal requirement to do a pre-operational check as well as an inspection of the overhead conditions and work-site ground.

The guidelines provided in the manufacturer manual gives information on inspection, maintenance, and unloading and loading operations. According to legislation, annual and daily checks are mandatory. Drivers are needed to maintain an up-to-date logbook within most regions. They may be needed to validate machine warranties.

It is suggested that businesses include remote control devices to their cranes. Remote control improves safety by enabling the operator an easier option for handling the crane.

Improving crane safety will usually help a company's bottom line. Such businesses which follow safe equipment practices would normally see greater cost savings than companies which don't. The possibility of personal injury and machine damage is greatly reduced if a driver who is well-trained is handling the crane. Safety conscious operators are more productive leading to reduced times required for loading and unloading.

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