26505 Configure and use a mini-crawler crane with outriggers to lift and place regular and irregular loads
OVERVIEW
The Approved Code of Practice for Cranes (3rd edition 2009) states: All persons operating or working with a crane must hold applicable unit standards as a minimum qualification and preferably hold the relevant National Certificate in Crane operation.
People credited with this unit standard are able to: prepare to lift and place regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane; Sling regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane; lift and place regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane; prepare a mini-crawler crane for transport and stow away equipment after use and travel a mini-crawler crane.
COURSE AIM
This course meets the required unit outcomes as stated below. -Prepare to lift and place regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane. -Sling regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane. -Lift and place regular and irregular loads with a mini-crawler crane. -Prepare a mini-crawler crane for transport and stow away equipment after use. -Travel a mini crawler crane.
The learning outcomes of the training provide an understanding of the responsibilities, compliance and company processes required for operation. The course covers maintenance, pre-use checks, operational requirements and skills.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
-Identify hazards and implement control measures when operating a mini-crawler crane -The care and use of the crane and lifting equipment -Pre-start checks and service, fault reporting, load attachment, load lifting, load traversing, load placement. -Understanding and using mini-crawler crane terminology. -Understanding the importance of pre-operational checks. -Being aware of the safety codes for Crane operators. -Developing safe usage techniques. -Handling loads, parking and storage techniques.
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