Overhead Gantry Crane Training

Overhead gantry crane training is essential for ensuring safety, efficiency, and proper handling when operating or maintaining cranes. Here are the typical aspects covered in overhead gantry crane training:

 

1. Introduction to Overhead Gantry Cranes

• Types of Cranes: Explanation of the various types of overhead gantry cranes, such as single girder, double girder, and semi-gantry cranes.
• Basic Components: Understanding the main parts like the hoist, trolley, bridge, runway, control system, and lifting mechanisms.

 

2. Safety Protocols

• Pre-operation checks: How to inspect the crane before use to ensure it's in good working condition.
• Safety gear: Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, gloves, and safety shoes.
• Load limits: Understanding the weight limits of the crane and how to read load charts.
• Hazard identification: Identifying and avoiding potential hazards such as overhead power lines, improper load handling, and obstructions.
• Emergency procedures: How to handle emergencies such as power failure, crane malfunction, or accidents.

 

3. Operating the Crane

• Basic operation: How to operate the controls for hoisting, lowering, and traveling along the runway.
• Load control: Proper techniques for lifting, lowering, and transporting loads safely.
• Speed and manoeuvring: Understanding the safe operating speeds and manoeuvring the crane in tight spaces.
• Coordination with signallers: How to communicate effectively with ground personnel to ensure safe crane operation.

 

4. Load Handling Techniques

• Lifting procedures: Proper lifting and rigging techniques, including the use of slings, hooks, and other lifting accessories.
• Centre of gravity: How to balance the load and prevent tipping or instability.
• Rigging safety: Correct methods for attaching loads to avoid dangerous situations.

 

5. Inspections

• Inspection protocols: How to perform regular inspections to ensure safety standards are met and identify issues before they cause problems.

 

6. Regulations and Compliance

• OSHA and other standards: Understanding and following safety regulations from organizations like OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and other local authorities.
• Documentation: Keeping accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and crane operation.

 

7. Certification

• After completing the training program, participants will receive a RTITB certification that confirms they are qualified to operate overhead gantry cranes safely. This certification will need to be renewed every 3 years.