Electric Overhead Travelling Crane Operators Course

• Ensure LOLER Compliance: Meet the requirements of the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) by ensuring all lifting operations are carried out safely and that equipment is fit for use.

• Demonstrate Competence: Acquire the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to support competency in the operation of overhead cranes, in accordance with legal requirements.

• Promote a Safer Workplace: Support your legal duty as an employer by implementing safe systems of work and ensuring that personnel involved with lifting operations are properly trained and qualified.

• Crane Operators: Gain formal training and certification to improve skills and knowledge, enabling safe, efficient operation of electric overhead cranes. Learn crane mechanics, controls, and emergency procedures to reduce accident risks.

• Site Supervisors and Managers: Oversee crane operations, ensuring compliance with safety laws and best practices. Learn to manage risks, coordinate training, and maintain a safe, productive work environment.

• Maintenance and Inspection Personnel: Understand crane operation to support effective maintenance and inspections, helping identify faults early and ensuring compliance with safety standards to reduce downtime.

• Health and Safety Officers: Identify hazards, assess risks, and enforce safety policies related to crane use. Ensure compliance with LOLER, PUWER, and other regulations to protect workers and prevent incidents.

• New or Trainee Staff: Build foundational knowledge of overhead crane operations, legal requirements, and safety basics to work safely and prepare for advanced training.

• Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrate a clear understanding of relevant regulations governing overhead crane operations.

• Risk Awareness: Identify and assess potential hazards associated with the use of overhead cranes.

• Roles and Responsibilities: Understand the duties and obligations of all personnel involved in lifting operations.

• Equipment Selection: Gain knowledge of different types of lifting equipment and their appropriate applications.

• Pre-use Inspections: Learn how to carry out effective pre-use checks on lifting equipment.

• Lifting Terminology: Familiarise yourself with key terms and definitions related to lifting equipment.

• Safe Operation: Understand the principles of operating lifting equipment safely.

• Lift Planning: Acquire a basic understanding of how to plan lifting operations effectively.

• Hand Signals: Review standard hand signals used to communicate during lifting operations.

• Sling Configuration: Learn various safe sling techniques for different lifting scenarios.

• LOLER - Lifting Equipment and Lifting Operations Regulations

• PUWER - Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations

• BS7121 - Code of Practice for the Safe use of Cranes

• Health and Safety at work Act 1974

• The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations (MHSAW) 1999

• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

• Supply of Machinery Safety Regulations

• Approved Codes of Practice

• British and International Standards

• Harmonised European Standards

• HSE Guidance

• HSAW - Application Outside Great Britain

Criteria Covered

• Introduction to EOTX crane types, key components, and operating systems

• Legal responsibilities under LOLER, PUWER, and relevant UK regulations

• Pre-use inspection procedures and basic maintenance checks

• Safe slinging methods and lifting techniques

• Standard crane signals and effective communication practices

• Operating procedures for lifting, moving, and positioning loads

• Identification and avoidance of common hazards

• Practical, hands-on crane operation and competency assessment

Course Content

• To view the full course content please download the Course Information Sheet.

Each participant must pass a theory assessment to demonstrate a solid understanding of the course content.

Additionally, each course participant must complete a practical assessment of a lifting operation.