Cranes: Overhead/Gantry

This course gives a general overview for the operation of overhead/gantry cranes. Participants will be trained to know how to inspect, care for, and safely use cranes and other hoisting equipment. All cranes are different and may have specific operating, safety, inspection and maintenance requirements. It is essential that manufactures operating manuals are available and crane operators are familiar with the crane they will be using.

Contents:

Overview of the OSHA regulation 1910.179
Capacities of equipment and attachments
Purpose, use and limitations of controls
Daily Checks
Start-up and shutdown procedures
Emergency shutdown procedures
General operating procedures
Basic signaling procedures
Hoisting equipment
Inspections
Maintenance

Target Audience:

It is intended for West Virginia University employees who uses overhead or gantry cranes as part of their job duties.

Frequency Requirements	Course Length	Referenced Regulation
Every 3 years	2 Hours	29 CFR 1910.179