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DESCRIPTION

Unit Standard (SAQA Reg. No 262713)

COURSE DURATION:

. Novice: 5 Days
. Re-Certification: 1 Day

NQF LEVEL: 2

CREDITS: 12

Category: CETA Courses

Detailed Information

Gantry Cranes Learning Outcomes

The person credited with this course is able to understand the functions, safety and suitability of the crane prior to utilization in the freight handling industry. Learners are also able to inspect and record the operational fitness of the components of a crane and be able to access available support systems and emergency services in case of incidents and accidents while operating a overhead/gantry crane. The area of focus of this programme will be;

Types of Cranes

Attachments

Parts & Functions

Basic Gantry Crane Parts

Types Of Gantry Cranes

Hand Controls

Joystick Controls (Hand Held & Cab)

Crane Safety

Operator Responsibilities

Crane Safety Inspections

National Code Of Practice For The Evaluation Of Training Providers Of Lifting Machine Operators

Daily Checks: Pre-Start Checks

Trolley Assembly
Daily Pre-Start Checklist
Example – Operator Controls
Start Up Checks

Shutting Down The Crane

Normal Procedure

Principles Of Operation

The Gantry Crane Works On The Principles Of A Pulley
Centre Of Gravity
Stability
Side Loading
Wind Loading
Load Swing
Use Of Taglines

Mechanical Appreciation

Systems
Drive Units
Gearboxes
Complete Trolley Assembly
Travel Carriage
Wheel Blocks
Buffers
End Trucks
Rails
Hoisting Gear

Operator Controls

Crane Control System
Safety Devices
Electrical Systems
Troubleshooting

Crane Load Capacities

Rigging Principles

Wire Rope
Construction
Rope Lay
The Rope Core
Rope Descriptions
Rope Inspection
Non Spin Rope

Fitting A New Rope

For Left Lay Rope (Use Left Hand)
For Right Lay Rope (Use Right Hand)
Crane Wire Rope Inspection

Chains

Reeving

Symmetrical Reeving
Sheave Use And Inspection
Hooks
Hook Loading

Shackles

Parts
Types
Shackle Safety Checks
Selecting Shackles
Information Essential When Considering Shackles
Safe Use Of Shackles

Eyebolts

Types
Safe Working Loads
Installation And Safety
In Line Loading
Angular Loading
Operating Safety

Turnbuckles – Types

Safety Checks

Swivel Hoist Rings
Wedge Sockets
Wire Rope Clamps

Wire Rope Splicing Procedures

Steel Wire Rope Slings And Slinging “Do’s”
Steel Wire Rope Slings And Slinging “Dont’s”
Sling Safe Mass Load In Tons Using A Factor Of 6:1
Safe Mass Load Of Two-Legged Steel Wire Rope Slings In Tons Using A Factor Of 6:1

Crane Signals

Operating Procedures

Check The Lift Is Within The Capacity Of The Crane
Set Up The Crane For The Lift
Perform The Lift
During The Lifting Operation

Entry Level Requirements Into This Programme?

All new entrants intended under this code (Novice or Re-licensing) shall provide training institution with the required documents as specified under the National Code Of Practice (NCOP No 43835) Promulgated 23 October 2020

An employer declaration or medical certificate confirming the medical fitness of the learner to undergo the intended training
An eye test results issued by a person trained to carry out such tests
All new entrants intended under this code will be required to hold at least a Grade 9 (Std 7) school certificate
Learners shall provide training institution with a valid certified copy of his/her Identity Document
Employers must provide a valid copy of the Cab or Pendant Controlled Overhead Crane Load Test Certificate