Pedestal Crane Examination
Certex provides an in-depth overview of the examination of Pedestal Cranes as required by the Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER / SI 2307).
Description
The aim of this course is to provide an in-depth overview of the examination of Pedestal Cranes as required by the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER). Additionally, the course reviews the requirements of the Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and other relevant legislation. It also looks at the documentation required, and various inspection techniques used.
Equipment Covered:
- Lattice Boom Cranes
- Solid Box Boom Cranes
- Hydraulic Boom Luffing
- Rope Luffing
- “A” Frames
- Winches
- Hook Blocks
- Wedge and Wedge Sockets
- Crane Cab, Instruments, Controls & Operations
- Safety Devices – SLI, GOPS, MOPS, AOPS & Limiting Devices
- Pedestal – Slew Ring, Rota bolts
- Diesel & Electric Prime Movers
- Sheaves
- Man Riding Cranes
- Crane Wire Rope Examination ISO 4309 – LEEA Accredited
It will also cover:
- Your role and responsibilities as an examiner / competent person
- Employers Responsibilities
- Duty Holder Responsibilities
- Health and safety at work act
- PUWER
- LOLER
- BS7121
- HSG221
- Machinery Directive
- Reports of thorough examination
- Defect reporting
- Proof Loading
- Function Testing
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Rocking Motion Testing
- Back Lash Inspection
- Grease Sampling
- Duty & Load Charts
- Risk Assessments
Each course delegate will be expected to complete a theory and practical examination. If successful, a certificate will be issued. This will help the Employer to address certain legal requirements by being able to help demonstrate employee competency. A detailed course handout is also provided for future reference.
Prerequisites
No prerequisites required.
What participants need to bring
Each participant is required to produce photographic ID on the first day of the course. Failure to do so will result in the participant being unable to attend.
- If this course is held at a Certex UK location, participants will require safety footware
- If the course is to be held on a Client’s site, additional PPE may also be required as specified by the Client’s site safety rules
Further courses and information
Certex UK offers a range of standard training courses as detailed on our web site and bespoke training courses can be tailored to suit your specific needs. Many of our courses are LEEA or GWO certified.
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For further information or to discuss your requirements in more detail, please contact our team on +44 (0) 1493 857705.