Saskatchewan Crane Safety Training

Saskatchewan Crane Safety Training - Both crane driver as well as their employers should know all the possible issues associated to the operation of an overhead crane. All over North America, there is legislation that provides regulation for the safe maintenance, operation and inspection of lifting equipment. Crane Safety courses really help crane owners and managers accredit their operators in accordance with provincial legislation.

We have designed some training courses in order to equip drivers with all the skills and knowledge considered necessary in order to make crane lifting easier and safer. Training the driver truly helps to extend the life of cranes by ensuring crane's safe operation and high performance.

Articulated cranes under 16,000 lbs. capacity can only be operated by operators who are accredited. Operators should be knowledgeable about the features and operational characteristics of the equipment. Prior to use, a pre-operational machine check should be done. There is a legal requirement to perform a pre-operational inspection and an inspection of the overhead conditions and work-site ground.

The manufacturer's guidelines provide information regarding maintenance and inspection, unloading and loading of the crane. The law requires daily and annual inspections. Drivers should maintain an up-to-date logbook in most regions. They may be required to certify equipment warranties.

Adding remote control devices to the cranes is normally suggested. Remote control improves safety by enabling the driver an easier option for handling the crane.

Placing a high priority on crane safety helps a company's bottom line. Companies which follow safe equipment practices generally enjoy bigger cost savings than those that don't. The risk of personal injury and machine damage is very much lessened if a driver who is well-trained is handling the crane. Safety conscious drivers are more productive resulting in reduced times needed for unloading and loading.

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