Ratio:            1 Machine: 3 Trainees: 1 Instructor

Duration:

Refresher Course – 1 day

2 Experienced Operators   – 3 days

3 Experienced Operators   – 5 days

3 Novice Operators            – 10 days

2 Novice Operators            –  8 days

1 Novice Operator              –  5 days

Definition:      Experienced = Operators with approx 6 months experience but no certificate

1. Aim

To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Quay/Dock Side crane.

2. Elements

To provide the theoretical and practical knowledge to safely operate a Quay/Dock Side crane.

2.1      Responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974, PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998, HSG136 and Workplace Transport Safety

2.2      Operators Safety Code

2.3      Refuelling procedures

2.4.     Pre-use checks

2.5.     Motive Controls

2.6.     Hydraulic Controls

2.7.     Travelling the crane

2.8.     Slinger Banksman

3. KNOWLEDGE

 On completion of Quay/Dock Side Crane training the operator will have an understanding of :

3.1  Their responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974

3.2  Safety rules and regulations

3.3  The importance of pre-shift checks

3.4  Factors affecting stability

3.5  Slinger Banksman

4. SKILLS

On completion of Quay/Dockside Crane training the operator will be able to carry out the following to the required standards :

4.1  Pre-use checks

4.2  Drive and operate the crane safely and efficiently

4.3  Demonstrate the safe use of a grab

4.4  Demonstrate the safe use of a hook attachment

4.5  Prepare / set up the machine to carry out normal work

4.6  Carry out normal work tasks safely and efficiently.

4.7  Slinger Banksman