30072 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of slinging regular loads safely
OVERVIEW
People credited with this unit standard are able to: prepare rig and sling regular loads; Calculate weights of loads and communicate during crane operations. Understand safe use of Lifting beams, spreader bars; slings, shackles, eye bolts; natural, synthetic and wire ropes; chains and web slings.
Regular loads have one or more of the following characteristics: Uniform weight distribution, concentric loading, regular proportions, known lifting points, repetitively lifted.
COURSE AIM
This course meets the required unit outcomes as stated below. -Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, hazard control, and lift planning. -Demonstrate knowledge of lifting gear and working load limit (WLL) tables. -Demonstrate the process for preparing and slinging regular loads safely. The learning outcomes of the training provide an understanding of the responsibilities, compliance and company processes required for operating a Gantry Crane. The course will cover maintenance, pre use checks, operational requirements and skills.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
-Identify hazards and implement control measures when operating Working around 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 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. -Calculating Weights of Load -Continuous Communication Techniques with Crane operators