Houston Area Training   

Qualified Rigger Level 1 

"For Riggers and Trainers" 

Federal OSHA §1926 construction standard requires all riggers to be qualified.  Crane Tech's Qualified Rigger Level 1 program provides training necessary to meet the regulations as a basic level rigger. Program also satisfies API requirements.   

All students will know and understand:

• The proper identification and use of various sling types
• The proper identification and use of various rigging hardware and hooks.
• The proper identification and use of below-the-hook lifting devices.
• Pre-use inspection and removal criteria
• The effects of sling angle tensions
• The various sling hitches and how to apply them
• Load balance and center of gravity.

Qualified Signal Person

"For Signalers and Trainers"

All students will:

• Know and understand when signals are required.
• Know and understand the type of signals used.
• Know and understand the proper method for signal communication by hand and by voice.
• Be competent in the application of the type of signals used.
• Have a basic understanding of equipment operation and limitations, including the crane dynamics.
• Demonstrate the requirements to give signals through an oral or written test and through a practical test.

Houston......Jan 27     

Qualified Rigger Level 2

"For Riggers and Trainers" 

Federal OSHA §1926 Subpart CC requires all riggers to be qualified.  Our Qualified Rigger Level 2 program provides the training necessary for an employer to designate a person as qualified to work as a Level 2 rigger.  Level 2 riggers are trained to perform rigging calculations, determine the correct slings and rigging gear for safe load handling and to direct a level 1 rigger.

All students will know and understand:

• The proper application of slings, rigging hardware, and below the hook lifting devices.
• The calculation of sling angle stress/tension.
• The calculation of load weight.
• How to find the center of gravity of a load.
• The identification and explanation of load balance.
• The proper identification, selection and use of various sling types.
• The proper identification, selection and use of various rigging hardware and hooks.
• The proper identification, selection and use of below-the-hook lifting devices.
• Working load limits (WLL) for all slings and rigging gear.
• The proper use of taglines.

 Mobile Crane Operator  

"For Operators and Trainers"  

Mobile Crane Operator Training is designed for operators, trainers, safety personnel and supervisors for all types of Mobile Cranes.  Training thoroughly covers cranes regulated by OSHA, MSHA and ASME B30.5.  You will learn critical elements that include: operational characteristics, load charts, proper set-up, use of jibs and extensions, load indicating devices, crane stability, structural competence, pre-use inspections, hazard awareness, power line hazards, operator responsibilities, job planning and all with extensive workshop interaction.

Upon completion of the course, the student will fully understand the hazardous nature of a variety of hoisting activities and be familiar with the requirements necessary to avoid unplanned occurrences and accidents.  

This training is accomplished in accordance with applicable OSHA regulations, ASME and CMAA standards, manufacturers requirements and recommendations, and accepted safe hoisting practices.  

What you will learn:   

• Five common hoisting mistakes that lead to accidents.
• Pre-use inspections.
• Recognizing and controlling work site hazards.
• Lift and travel route planning.
• How to control and steady swinging loads.
• Component interaction.
• Emergency shut offs.
• The crane operator's role in predictive maintenance. 
• Lift methods that cut years off your crane's life expectancy.
• How the misconception "it looks easy" costs industry billions.
  

Houston......Feb 9 - 10     

Overhead Crane Inspector 

This program provides you with the knowledge and skills to complete periodic overhead crane inspections.  The knowledge gained in this program will ensure safety and reliability for the cranes inspected.

This program is based on OSHA Regulations, ASME Standards, CMAA references and industry wide consensus.  The major topics you will learn are:

• Major operational components
• Emergency shutdown procedures
• Verify access to runway disconnect
• Lockout/tag-out requirements
• Hazard warnings
• Control labeling and conditioning
• Pendant control strain relief
• Wire rope and chain condition
• Requirements for guards
• Limit devices and control functions
• Load control and operation safety
• Brake test procedure
• Load blocks and hooks
• How to conduct a hoist brake check
• Reporting deficiencies

Houston......Feb 11 - 12