OTP Crane Controller - Excavator Crane

Course Objectives

It is designed to develop a person’s knowledge, understanding and skills and is aimed at persons required to prove their competence in these areas.

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

• Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
• Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations
• Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including;
• Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented
• Machine/Crane Controller’s checklist is completed
• Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use.
• Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator.
• Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition.
• Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
• Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift
• Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account:
• Condition of the track
• Cant
• Gradient
• Load height & Radius
• Machine Sectors
• Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.