A Crawler Crane is a tracked, self-propelled vehicle with either a cable-controlled or hydraulic-powered telescoping boom crane. They can travel on the highways moving from site to site as needed.
The Crawler Crane operator is responsible for operating the crane in accordance with training and the manufacturer’s instructions. They will lift, move, position and reposition loads following instruction from the slinger / signaller.
The 6 days CPCS Crawler Crane course is idea for candidates who are required to operate Crawler Cranes for lifting operations on construction sites and other allied industries.
No previous experience is necessary. (However some previous hydraulic experience is an advantage). Also it is vital that you are familiar with the signals of the Slinger Signaller. If you are not familiar, you may wish to complete the Slinger Signaller course first.
Individuals can have little or no experience of working with lifting equipment, especially Crawler Cranes. However it is essential that you have a good knowledge of Slinger Signaller Signals. (below)
IMPORTANT NOTICE: IF YOU HAVE NO SLINGER SIGNALLER EXPERIENCE IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU FAMILIARISE YOURSELF WITH THE SLINGER SIGNALLER SIGNALS BELOW PRIOR TO THE COURSE.
This is a 45 minute touch screen multiple choice test consisting of 50 questions. This test can be taken at various Person Vue test centres though out the country, you can arrange your own test and locate your nearest test centre by clicking here.
Revision is strongly recommended for the Health & Safety Test; revision books, DVDs and downloads are available from CITB store.
If you are struggling to get a date for the health and safety test and your training course in imminent if you are training at Lancashire you can take the HSE test at the beginning of course. Please ask for details and we will guide you through what you need to do.
Also a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.
The aim of this course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the Crawler Crane Operator. Following successful completion of the course, candidates will be familiar with the cab and levers, be able to move the Crawler Crane into position (as well as move with loads). Operate the crane to lift, transfer and position loads on blocked & pick and carry duties and carry out routine maintenance.
Topics covered during this course include: Legislation – LOLER, PUWER, and HASAWA. Codes of practice – BS7121
Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations
Crane appreciation – crane types, capabilities and limitations
Duty charts
Crane terminology
Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories
Crane stability/ground conditions
Communications (Radio, verbal and hand signals etc.)
Cab and lever familiarisation
Rigging and De-Rigging of cranes according to written instructions
Configuring cranes according to work specifications
Hoisting, slewing and derricking following the instruction of the slinger/signaller
Please note the Red CPCS card is only valid for 2 years. Within this time you must complete your NVQ level 2 Diploma to convert from Red card to Blue card. To book your NVQ please click NVQ booking.
