Is
Overhead Crane Evacuation Training Necessary?
A
variety of emergencies can occur that require a crane operator to exit
from the crane cabin. The ladder may be inaccessible or too slow to
be used as a method to get to safety. With proper training and equipment
quick egress is possible.
Recommended
for:
Crane
Operators
Maintenance
Personnel
Safety
Professionals
Managers,
Supervisors
Topics
Covered:
Anchors,
Connectors, and Harnesses
Emergency
Egress Methods
Applicable
Regulations
Applicable
Standards
Basic
Rigging
Training
Description
The one-day training teaches participants how to perform an emergency
egress from the overhead crane. With emphasis on the safety of the student
- a strong foundation of hands-on skills is created with a variety of
learning exercises. The classroom component outlines the fall protection
regulations of the applicable governing body. Competency is confirmed
by a practice exit on a work site crane. No pre-requisite required.
An annual refresher is recommended.
Length
of Training: 1 day (8 hrs.)
1
instructor per 15 students