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Portal Crane Operator Training - On Site Only - 3 Days

Course number: 838
Length: 3 days
Price: $
Category: Portal Cranes

Is there a significant difference between those you would rate as your BEST portal crane operators and those you’d rate as average? Would you like all of your operators to perform up to a higher standard? Would reduced log damage and truck damage benefit your operation? Is this all attainable? We Can Help!

(What I liked most about the seminar was...) Hands on. Removing brakes and parts and re-assembly

USEC Inc. Jerry S.

The Instructor had a great way of explaining the content of the course.

Esco Steel Mill Bill J.

Lots of good information, excellent hand book.

Pickwick MFG Brian T.

(What I liked most about the seminar was…) The content of material had more info that I was unaware of.

Southern California Energy

Personality of Instructor, knowledge, expert of subject matter.

Bowling GreenMetalforming Jeff G.

This course includes classroom and hands-on training for portal crane operators. Major crane components, protective devices and safe operating procedures are covered in detail.

Course objectives

  • Identify and explain the function of all major crane components
  • Explain and apply all hand communication signals
  • Explain the function of all safety devices
  • Perform recommended operating procedures
  • Explain and apply recommended safety precautions
  • Discuss emergency shutdown and exit procedures

Course outline

  • Major crane components
  • Safety devices
  • Recommended operating procedures
  • Communications
  • Safe operating practices
  • Hands-on training
  • Practice Emergency shutdown procedures

Course note

Companies who have taken this course in the past have benefitted from decreased downtime, increased operator efficiency, longer wire rope life, longer grapple life, increased plant safety and reduce damage to logs and trucks. For all Portal Crane Operators - New and Experienced.

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