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Learning Objectives
- Provide practical skills for the safe operation of overhead and gantry cranes with pendant and radio remote controls.
- Develop smooth load lifting and handling manoeuvre abilities.
FINAL EXAM ONLY
CARROP_RADIO_LA
Practical Module (6 hours) overhead crane/gantry crane with pendant/remote control
The course "Practical Module (6 hours) overhead crane/gantry crane with pendant/remote control" is designed to equip participants with specific operational skills for safely using overhead and gantry cranes controlled by pendant and radio remote controls. Practical sessions include lifting and load handling with focus on reducing load swing, pre-operation command verification, battery and radio signal checking. Emphasis is placed on smooth manoeuvres in windy conditions and effective communication with the banksman to ensure safety. Exercises cover load picking and placing with a spreader beam, navigating narrow aisle scenarios, and managing variable operational conditions. Participants will learn to identify and prevent common errors, ensure proper load balancing, and correctly operate control devices. This training targets operators seeking to acquire or update practical skills in line with current workplace safety regulations.
Exam duration30 min
Pass mark70%
Available questions200
CIWZ PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENT
High-integrity learning environment
The pathway is designed for managers, executives, function owners, auditors and professionals. Lessons use validated minimum study time and a contextual tutor; assessments use server-side random selection of questions and answers, session-continuity controls, camera and local audio-activity monitoring during protected tests.
Traceability and reliability: integrity events are logged for authorized review; automated signals do not determine the result on their own.
OFFICIAL PATHWAY INFORMATION
Course technical sheet
Purpose, references, delivery method, commercial terms and certificate value, presented clearly and transparently.
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Skills Acquired
- Execution of smooth manoeuvres and load control under variable operational conditions.
- Verification and management of pendant and radio remote control functionality.
- Application of communication procedures with the banksman.
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Target Audience
Operators and personnel responsible for overhead and gantry crane operation requiring specific practical training.
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Prerequisites
Theoretical knowledge of safety principles according to applicable regulations and completion of foundational training modules.
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Program
- Practical exercises in load picking and placing with spreader beam.
- Manoeuvring in narrow aisles using pendant control.
- Operational management of radio remote control: battery, pairing, signal.
- Load lifting and balancing techniques.
- Communication and safety procedures during operations.
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Teaching Methodology
Hands-on practical sessions using equipment under supervision of qualified instructors.
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Assessment Methods
Direct observation of practical skills and technical questions regarding operational procedures.
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Duration
6 hours of practical training.
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Certification
Certificate of completion of the practical module.
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Expected Outcomes
Competent and aware operators in the correct and safe usage of overhead and gantry cranes with pendant and radio remote controls.