Course Overview:
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate bridge cranes and gantry cranes safely. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a High-Risk Work Licence (HRWL) to operate this plant.
Bridge crane means a crane that:
- consists of a bridge beam or beams, that are mounted to end carriages at each end, and
- can travel along elevated runways, and
- has one or more hoisting mechanisms arranged to traverse across the bridge.
Gantry crane means a crane that:
- consists of a bridge beam or beams supported at one or both ends by legs mounted to end carriages, and
- can travel on supporting surfaces or deck levels, whether fixed or not, and
- has a crab with one or more hoisting units arranged to travel across the bridge
This unit applies to the activities of a person operating a bridge crane or gantry crane that is:
- controlled from a permanent cabin or control station on the crane, or
- remotely controlled and having more than three powered operations.
Formal Training:
- Both theory and practical training is provided by industry experienced trainers.
Assessment
- Theory assessment (both a knowledge assessment and a calculations assessment are to be completed).
- Practical assessment is conducted.
On successful completion of the course you will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment and the opportunity to lodge your application with Workplace Health and Safety for your Nationally Recognised High Risk Work Licence.
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