November 2023 Safety Scoop: Lift Planning
November 2023 Safety Scoop: Lift Planning
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November 2023
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This month we would like to highlight Lift Planning. There are many hazards associated with loads being moved by Overhead Cranes. Crush injuries, and being struck by a moving load are two examples that could happen to anybody.
Here's the Scoop:
Hazards associated with Overhead Cranes
Factors to consider
Operator competency
And more!
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Rigging Essentials
This 1-day interactive course teaches participants the essential rigging principles and practices used in rigging symmetrical and non-symmetrical loads.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
How to inspect, select and use slings, hardware and below-the-hook lifting devices
How to determine load weight, centre of gravity and pick points
How to calculate sling tension
Recognizing and staying out of the danger zone and crush points
How to use tag lines and hand signals
Utilizing the Rigging Resource Centre to search legislation and rigging standards
Participant learning is reinforced by conducting practical exercises in load weight and rigging assorted loads.
Overhead Crane Operator and Supervisor Safety Training
Once you’ve successfully completed the MHSA Rigging Essentials course, you can expand your skills with our Overhead Crane Operator and Supervisor Safety training. Participants will learn all about the key operation and safety considerations for working with overhead cranes.
This 1-day interactive course is for workers who operate overhead cranes and for supervisors who oversee crane operation. This course has been created to follow the Alberta OHS “Guidelines for Safety Training of Overhead Crane Operators and Supervisors”. This course will teach participants how to safely use overhead cranes through a combination of classroom and practical instruction.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
Legislated requirements
Overhead cranes, jib cranes, portable gantry cranes, monorail, and workstation cranes
Pre-operational requirements and post operational requirements
lift planning and hazard assessment
Operational requirements - safe operating position, controlling load swing
Turning a load over and tandem lifts
Visit our course calendar to explore other courses, see availability in your region, and register today!
Visit our course calendar to explore other courses, see availability in your region, and register today!
