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Overhead Crane Training


Onsite overhead crane training is available  for Toronto,  Mississauga, Hamilton Burlington, Oakville, London, Kitchener, St. Catherines, Windsor, Ontario, Canada,  as well as select cities in United States' The overhead training, as well as the online overhead crane operator training course will certify and teach your employees the safe operational procedures associated with the overhead cranes.

This sling hoist operator course will increase productivity and efficiency, while reducing the risk of product damage, property damage, and accidents.  Also known as overhead bridge crane training, or a sling hoist. This course will also review and discuss pre-shift inspections

Overhead Crane Operator Review


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The classroom instructor will discuss various topics related to the safe operation of overhead cranes, including the safety regulations related to the overhead crane operator and the responsibilities of the employees, supervisors and employers.

The trainee will learn how to complete a proper overhead crane inspection, as well as controlling the load safely.  The overhead cane certification training course whether it's online or onsite, is designed and  customized for people in the workplace struggling with illiteracy. This allows you to get your employees certified on the sling hoist in half the time of other courses. Saving you valuable time and money.

This classroom training and online testing will assist employers in meeting the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements, to ensure the operators are competent, as well as upgrade the material handling practices within the company.

Concepts Of The Safe Use Of Overhead Cranes

  • Material Handling regulations under the OSHA 49 through 64.
  • Overhead hoist Pre-Shift checks and inspection
  • Analyze the lift
  • Load limits and capacity
  • Maintaining a safe distance
  • Lifting, moving, placing loads
  • Standard safe practices.
  • Controls and basic crane operation
  • Use of chains, slings, spreader bars, grabbers, and other attachments
  • More

Overhead Crane Train The Trainer

We can combine our online overhead crane training with our onsite train the trainer classes to get your safety coordinator certified as a train the trainer. Please contact a safety consultant for additional  information.

Hands On Operator Evaluation

Each sling hoist operator will be evaluated on the safe use of cranes/slings using equipment they will be using in their regular use of the crane hoist/slings. Lastly: A written evaluation of this observation is completed, reviewed with participants, and given to the company for their records.

How Long does this course take?

Half a day maximum of twenty-five (25) participants per session. All crane training is delivered onsite and scheduled to your convenience (off shifts, weekends, whenever and wherever).

The online course will take approximately 40-60 minutes depending on the individual. Remember: When booking your classes you can combine your courses, whether it be lift truck training or aerial platform training. See all our online safety training courses.

Is Overhead Bridge Crane Training The Same thing?

Yes, it is

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