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We provide mobile crane training services and crane licenses. Apply and start at any time for accredited mobile crane training. In this mobile crane operator training course, learners will capable of demonstrating an integrated practical and theoretical grounding in crane operations according to safe handling and maintenance practices in compliance with crane manufacturer’s and legislated standards.

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Course name: Operate a mobile crane
SAQA US ID: 116254
NQF Level: 02
Credits: 20
Duration: 2 Week (New Operators) Recertification: 4 Hours
License Renewal: 4 Hours

This course teaches how to operate a mobile crane safely. The person will be able to conduct pre and post-inspections to ensure the performance of the crane. The person will be able to lift loads and understand safe operating practices, the top causes of mobile crane accidents, and how to prevent them. Our mobile crane training is 100% practical. 

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Cranes are critical pieces of equipment in the construction and industrial areas. Crane operator employment is plentiful for those interested in working in these fields. Crane operations, on the other hand, can offer serious risks, especially when the operator is unskilled or fails to follow standard workplace safety procedures. As a result, it’s critical that companies employ competent operators to handle their crane operations and construction services.

Mobile Crane Training Course Content

Comparing various types of cranes such as truck-mounted crane, overhead/gantry/jib crane, tower crane, rough terrain crane

Naming the parts and purpose of each part of a mobile crane, for correct operation. The parts include the boom, hoist, hook block, truck cab, lift cylinders, and counterweight.

Learning how to operate a mobile crane while following the correct operating procedures. Setting up the crane for the lift. Performing the lift on properly rigged & secure load. Correct use of outriggers. Terminologies such as the center of gravity, radius, boom angle, sweep area are explained.

Discussing safety aspects of a mobile crane for effective and safe load lifting. Safety signs and warning signs. Dangerous goods. Emergency procedures and mobile crane responsibilities. Correct use of accident report sheet.

Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993
Driven Machinery Regulations, 2015
General Safety Regulations

Using the daily checklist to check the mobile crane for safe operation in the workplace. Reporting any defects discovered during the daily checks. Troubleshooting techniques. Writing of correct mobile crane defect reports and ensuring that the mobile crane is in a serviceable condition.

Note: No smoking. Correct connection of battery terminals. Checking electrolyte level. Correct use of fire extinguishers in the event of a fire outbreak.

Completing mobile crane log books and check sheets accurately and correctly.

Recognizing different types of loads, labels, and the type of lifting equipment to use for safe load handling. Correct use and reading of load charts, range diagrams

Types of ropes and their descriptions. Rope inspection to identify defects. Correct hook loading. Sheave use and inspection. Selecting of shackles, their safety checks, and usage.

Crane hand signals are explained. These are used to guide the operator when working with the boom or hoist.

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FAQ

What is a mobile crane?

Is a piece of equipment used for lifting very heavy items, or for lifting items over high or distant reaches. It uses a fixed telescopic boom for operations. There  are different types of cranes such as tower cranes, overhead/gantry cranes, and truck-mounted cranes.

What is the current mobile crane operator salary in South Africa?

The average crane pay in South Africa is R16760 per month or 1379 per day. The starting salary for an entry-level job is R 14800 per month, with most experienced individuals earning up to R 400 000 per year (28 salaries reported, updated at 4 July 2021)

Which requirements are required for mobile crane training?

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are compulsory mobile training requirements for safety purposes. Driver’s license (code 10 or 14). Learners joining the mobile crane training course will prove competence in communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1 (Can read and write). A national ID/passport is required. Your CV is necessary for job assistance. It will be presented to potential employers and recruitment agencies after your mobile crane operator course. An old copy of the mobile crane license and certificate of competence is required for the license renewal or mobile crane refresher course.

Is annual mobile crane driver training required?

No. Refresher training is conducted when operators are found to be operating unsafely, receive a poor evaluation, or when there are changes in the workplace or type of truck.

Where do I find mobile crane jobs?

Mobile crane jobs are common in the civil engineering, construction, and roofing industries. At Wheelset Academy, we train mobile crane operators and issue them licenses. Visit various company’s websites to check if they have mobile crane jobs being advertised on their career pages. Other job advertising sites include indeed, career24, career junction, and LinkedIn.

Do I get a certificate and mobile crane license after training?

Yes, you get a certificate of competence which most employers require and a mobile crane license. You must be a qualified and licensed operator before you are allowed to operate a mobile crane. No extra fees are required.

How long does a mobile crane license take to expire?

A mobile crane license expires after 2 years. Visit our nearest mobile crane school to renew your mobile crane operator license.

Do you offer job assistance?

Our mobile crane school provides free job assistance, CV writing skills, job search techniques. We encourage employers to contact us for enthusiastic and reliable mobile crane drivers. We encourage learners to signup on job advertising sites such as indeed, career24, career junction, and Linkedin for daily or weekly job notifications.

How much does a mobile crane license cost?

In South Africa, mobile crane training costs between R4500 and R12000 depending on the capacity of the crane. For new operators, mobile crane license price and certification costs are included in the mobile crane training price. Renewing a mobile crane license costs between R1000 and R2000. It depends on the expiry date and previous experience of the mobile crane operator.

What are the key mobile crane operator skills?

The mobile crane operator verifies that each load is safe and secure before operating the heavy equipment and transferring the load using the control levers, foot pedals, and dials. They are in charge of making sure that various mobile crane parts are safe, clean, well-maintained, and oiled. The crane should be inspected on a regular basis, and the operator must ensure that the crane’s lifting capacity is not exceeded.

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We have branches in multiple locations in South Africa and train all students from Gauteng, Benoni, Boksburg, Brakpan, Carletonville, Germiston, Johannesburg, Krugersdorp, Pretoria, Randburg, Randfontein, Roodepoort, Soweto, Springs, Vanderbijlpark, Vereeniging, Mpumalanga, Emalahleni, Witbank, Nelspruit, Secunda, North West, Klerksdorp, Mahikeng, Mmabatho, Potchefstroom, Rustenburg, Limpopo, Giyani, Lebowakgomo, Musina, Phalaborwa, Polokwane, Seshego, Sibasa, Thabazimbi, KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, Empangeni, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Pietermaritzburg, Pinetown, Ulundi, Umlazi, Eastern Cape, Alice, Butterworth, East London, Graaff-Reinet, Grahamstown, King William’s Town, Mthatha, Port Elizabeth, Queenstown, Uitenhage, Zwelitsha, Free State, Bethlehem, Bloemfontein, Jagersfontein, Kroonstad, Odendaalsrus, Parys, Phuthaditjhaba, Sasolburg, Virginia, Welkom, Northern Cape, Kimberley, Kuruman, Port Nolloth, Western Cape, Bellville, Cape Town, Constantia, George, Hopefield, Oudtshoorn, Paarl, Simon’s Town, Stellenbosch, Swellendam, Worcester. Accommodation to students from these locations is available. We provide free job assistance to all our students after the training.

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Our school also trains international students from Sub-Saharan African Countries such as Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (Democratic Republic), Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Réunion, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe.