Overhead Crane Training Centre
Are you eager to enhance your skills in operating overhead and gantry cranes safely and confidently? Look no further! Our Overhead Crane Training Course empowers you with the knowledge and practical skills required to excel in workplaces. Whether you’re a novice or seeking renewal, this overhead crane training course equips you to qualify as a proficient crane operator.
Overhead Crane Training Course Details
SAQA US ID: 242976
NQF Level: 2
Credits: 5
Duration: 2-5 Days
Recertification: 1 Day
License Renewal: 1 Day
Overhead Crane Training Course Description
Overhead crane training is a specialised program designed to educate individuals in the safe and efficient operation of overhead cranes and gantry cranes. These cranes are commonly used in various industrial settings, such as manufacturing, construction, and warehouses, to lift and transport heavy loads. The training is crucial because operating these powerful machines requires a deep understanding of crane functions, safety protocols, and equipment inspection. Inadequate training can lead to accidents, injuries, and damage to both personnel and property. Proper overhead crane training ensures that operators have the knowledge and skills to operate an overhead crane safely, reducing the risk of accidents and improving workplace efficiency.
Overhead Crane Course Content and Objectives
It includes 30% theory and 70% practical overhead crane training and assessment. Click on the bullets to see details of the module below.
- What is an Overhead Crane?
- Different makes of Overhead Cranes
- Functions of an Overhead Crane
- Explain crane functions (per specs).
- Describe component operations.
- Identify safety features and devices.
- Explain purposes of safety features.
- Explain maximum operating capacities.
- Interpret crane warnings.
- Demonstrate corrective actions.
- Pre-start and Pre-operational checks
- Using the daily checklist to check the overhead crane for safe operation in the workplace
- Reporting any defects discovered during the daily checks.
- Completing overhead crane log books and check sheets accurately and correctly.
- Repairs and servicing
- Safe maintenance procedures
- Follow safety guidelines.
- Use PPE.
- Check loads.
- Maintain safe distance.
- Be prepared for emergencies.
- Shutdown safely.
- Call for help.
- Report issues.
- Operate overhead crane safely and competently.
- Explain controls’ purpose and functions
- Use controls to minimise load swings
- Monitor crane performance.
- Operate crane without risking damage, property loss, or injuries.
- Explain overhead crane-specific hazards and methods to minimise them
- Following start-up and shutdown procedures.
- Obeying all site rules
- Being a team player
- Being able to communicate
- Being able to identify and solve problems
- Having the correct and positive attitude
- Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Guidelines for Driven Machinery Regulations
- National Road Traffic Act
Overhead Crane Training Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are compulsory overhead crane training requirements for safety purposes. Learners joining the overhead crane training course will prove competence in communication and mathematical literacy at NQF Level 1. National ID/passport is required and a code 10 driver’s license. Your CV is necessary for job assistance. It will be presented to potential employers and recruitment agencies after your overhead crane operator course. An old copy of the overhead crane license and certificate of competence is required for the license renewal or refresher course.
How to operate an overhead crane
Overhead Crane School
Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
to book your overhead crane training
How much does an overhead crane license cost?
For new operators, overhead crane license and certificate costs are included in the overhead crane operator training price. Renewing an overhead crane license costs between R800 and R1500. It depends on the expiry date and previous experience of the overhead crane operator.
Where do I find overhead crane jobs in South Africa?
Overhead crane jobs are common common in urban engineering, manufacturing, construction, and warehouses. Contact construction companies, warehouses or visit their websites to check if they are advertising jobs for overhead crane operators. Other job advertising sites include indeed, career24, careerjunction, and linkedin.
What is the average overhead crane Operator Salary in South Africa?
The average overhead crane operator salary in South Africa typically ranges from ZAR 70,000 to ZAR 260,000 per year, depending on factors like experience, location, and the employer.
How long does a overhead crane license take to expire?
2 years. Visit our nearest overhead crane operator school to renew your license.
Do you assist with jobs?
Our overhead crane driving school provides free job assistance, CV writing skills, job search techniques. We encourage employers to contact us on +27783659579 for enthusiastic and reliable overhead crane operators. We encourage learners to signup on job advertising sites such as indeed, career24, careerjunction, and linkedin for daily or weekly job notifications.
Are you looking for an overhead crane school near you?
Call: 078 365 9579 or 012 023 1078
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.
International Overhead Crane Operator Training School
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.
