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Crane Safety: Material Handling

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What you'll learn

Acquire the skills needed to safely operate cranes, including understanding load limits, proper hook positioning, and employing separate hoists for lifting objects.
Describe how to rig, move, and receive loads, selecting appropriate attachments, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring secure load attachment to prevent accidents and maintain workplace safety.
Be familiarized with safety protocols during material handling, including following designated hand signals, using tag lines, and communicating effectively with operators to ensure a safe working environment.

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Description

This course emphasizes the importance of safe crane operation and effective material handling in the workplace. Participants will gain insights into operating cranes efficiently, understanding load dynamics, and employing proper material handling techniques to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment. The course covers essential topics such as rigging procedures, load testing, and adherence to weight limits, with a focus on maintaining a straight line during lifts and avoiding hazards. Acquire the skills needed to safely operate cranes, including understanding load limits, proper hook positioning, and employing separate hoists for lifting objects. Describe how to rig, move, and receive loads, selecting appropriate attachments, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring secure load attachment to prevent accidents and maintain workplace safety. Be familiarized with safety protocols during material handling, including following designated hand signals, using tag lines, and communicating effectively with operators to ensure a safe working environment.


Course Objectives:

Acquire the skills needed to safely operate cranes, including understanding load limits, proper hook positioning, and employing separate hoists for lifting objects.;Describe how to rig, move, and receive loads, selecting appropriate attachments, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring secure load attachment to prevent accidents and maintain workplace safety.;Be familiarized with safety protocols during material handling, including following designated hand signals, using tag lines, and communicating effectively with operators to ensure a safe working environment.;;

Duration: 7 min.

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Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, iPad iOS, Mac OS 10, Apple Safari 8, Android Google Chrome. Works on Mobile, Tablet or Computer.

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Safety Instruct

784 Courses

Safety Instruct provides OSHA Compliance and Workplace Safety training designed to keep employees safe and organizations compliant. Their catalog includes Hazard Communication, PPE, Fire Safety, and industry-specific courses that meet federal and state regulations. The training is interactive, accessible, and tailored for both employees and supervisors. Safety Instruct emphasizes practical, real-world learning that helps reduce workplace risks. Companies use these courses to strengthen safety programs and meet compliance requirements.

Crane Safety: Material Handling

Crane Safety: Material Handling
Crane Safety: Material Handling

This course emphasizes the importance of safe crane operation and effective material handling in the workplace. Participants will gain insights into operating cranes efficiently, understanding load dynamics, and employing proper material handling techniques to prevent accidents and ensure a secure work environment. The course covers essential topics such as rigging procedures, load testing, and adherence to weight limits, with a focus on maintaining a straight line during lifts and avoiding hazards. Acquire the skills needed to safely operate cranes, including understanding load limits, proper hook positioning, and employing separate hoists for lifting objects. Describe how to rig, move, and receive loads, selecting appropriate attachments, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring secure load attachment to prevent accidents and maintain workplace safety. Be familiarized with safety protocols during material handling, including following designated hand signals, using tag lines, and communicating effectively with operators to ensure a safe working environment.


Course Objectives:

Acquire the skills needed to safely operate cranes, including understanding load limits, proper hook positioning, and employing separate hoists for lifting objects.;Describe how to rig, move, and receive loads, selecting appropriate attachments, inspecting rigging equipment, and ensuring secure load attachment to prevent accidents and maintain workplace safety.;Be familiarized with safety protocols during material handling, including following designated hand signals, using tag lines, and communicating effectively with operators to ensure a safe working environment.;;

Duration: 7 min.

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed for employees who need to complete Crane Safety: Material Handling training

Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.

The course takes approximately 7 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.

Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.

Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.

Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).

Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.

Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.

Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.

Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.

Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.

Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.

Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.

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