Overhead, Gantry and Mobile Crane Safety
OSHA states that falls and crane accidents are the leading causes of work-related fatalities in the construction industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics conducted a study in 2008 and from the results that were gathered there were 72 crane related fatalities in 206, down from an average of 78 per year from 2003 to 2005. Of the cranes that were specified in the fatality, overhead cranes were involved in the majority of the fatalities.
Upon completion of this online safety training course, crane operators, riggers and general floor employees will demonstrate knowledge of the basics of overhead and gantry crane safety. Employees will learn how to identify the differences between overhead and gantry cranes, how to recognize overhead and gantry crane hazards, and crane related safe work practices. This course is not intended to certify anyone to be an operator or competent person with regards to overhead and gantry cranes. It is meant to be a crane awareness overview for both operators and other employees who work around them. This crane course can be used as a refresher or as a foundation for those who are new to cranes. This course is intended to assist the employer in meeting OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.179.
Relevant Standards: OSHA 29 CFR 1910.179
- Linear Duration/min: 00:21:00
- Complexity/Difficulty: Level I (very easy)
- Interactivity: Level II
- Prerequisites: None
Target Audience: This course is intended for employees who, during their regular work duties, operate an overhead or gantry crane, or work in a facility in which an overhead or gantry crane is in regular operation.
Competencies:
To successfully complete this course, the Learner will demonstrate the ability to:
- OCS 1.1.0 Introduction and objectives 01:18
- OCS 1.2.0 Identify overhead and gantry crane hazards 04:39
- OCS 1.3.0 Differentiate between overhead and gantry crane and identify types of crane inspections 04:31
- OCS 1.4.0 Recognize and describe safe work practices and prohibited activities 02:49
- OCS 1.5.0 Identify and describe specific safe work practices for different crane attachments 02:31
