Learn
Your chosen CPCS accredited category.
Understand
Both theoretical and practical elements of the course.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, candidates will be awarded with a Red CPCS Trained Operator accredited card.
Course Details
Who Attends?
The CPCS Tower Crane training course is for potential and existing operators who have received no formal instruction and those requiring refresher training. |
The Aim?
The CPCS Tower Crane course is delivered through a combination of classroom-based tutorials and practical training. |
Course Content
- Operate the tower crane safely and productively
- Respond to the recognised signals for controlling crane operations
- Decide whether a particular load is within the capacity of the crane
- Carry out minor adjustments and routine maintenance
- Understand the capabilities of the equipment and any relevant safety precautions, including the out of service procedure
- Operate safe-load indicators and overload warning devices
- Understand the effect of the working radius on the lifting capacity of the machine
- Secure, check and maintain counterweights effectively
- Gauge the effect of shock loading on structural strength and stability
- Recognise the principles of safe slinging, the types and capacities of lifting gear, security and balance of load
- Observe the statutory regulations in respect of lifting equipment and the operator’s own legal responsibilities
Methods Used
Delegates will be assessed through both theory and practical tests.
Additional Information
• Delegates must have passed a CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) test no more than two years before attending this course.
• Delegates must have a good understanding of spoken and written English. Please contact us if you have any concerns in this area.
• In addition to the above entry requirements delegates should consider operating tower cranes require operators to be comfortable working at height.
Certification
CPCS Red Trained Operators Card.
Location
Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire / Site of your choice.
Date(s)
Please get in touch for further dates – 08433 301 236.
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“The training went very well, at a good steady pace throughout. I had excellent support which without I wouldn’t have got through the course.On various courses with different training providers, I never got this level of support throughout and even felt neglected at times.
The Fulbourn centre has excellent facilities which were great to learn and develop in.”
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