Combined Training - Crane Operator Basic Training and Rigging

Despite the high level of modernisation, there is still a lot of manual work to be done in technical and industrial workplaces, especially when it comes to transporting loads with lifting devices. The slinger and the crane operator make up a team that carries out the load transport. The behaviour of the slinger is very important. In accordance with BGR 500 the employer can only order someone to do this work if they have been properly instructed how to do the job. Participants learn the crane transport procedure, safe assessment of the danger zone, the choice of the right lifting tackle (sling) and its proper use in accordance with DGUV-I 209-013. Employers are responsible for only using trained crane operators in their operations. Participants learn how they can avoid accidents when operating cranes by prudent action. The right choice of load handling equipment, secure attachment, lifting and depositing loads and the behaviour of different types of crane are taught in theory and practice in accordance with DGUV Principle 309-003.

Persons who have already successfully completed and Attachment of Loads course have the opportunity to refresh their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in order to receive new certification.

• Basic knowledge of slings and lifting tackle
• Estimation of load weight and the centre of gravity of the load
• Load bearing capacities of lifting tackle depending on slings, slinging configuration and angle of inclination
• Selection of suitable lifting tackle
• Securing against unintentional detachment
• Behaviour and signalling when attaching, lifting and transporting loads
• Behaviour when depositing and detaching the lifting tackle
• Avoiding damage to lifting tackle and loads, storing lifting tackle

• Prerequisites and basic knowledge of crane operation
• Movement order and operating regulations
• Responsibility and legal consequences
• Personal protective equipment
• Daily operational test
• Weather effects
• Load-bearing equipment
• Safe attachment, lifting and depositing of loads
• Transport routes
• Operator’s stand
• Safety devices

Persons assigned to attach and transport loads during operations and entrusted with operating cranes.

In accordance with youth protection legislation, the minimum age for participation is 18 years.

6 to 12 persons

A certificate is issued on successful completion of the course.

The certificate is valid for one year.

Please bring suitable protective work clothing and S3 safety shoes.