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| Know the ability of supporting surfaces to handle the expected loads. Elements of concern include but are not limited to: |
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Weakness below the surface, such as voids, tanks, and loose fill
Weakness on the surface, such as retaining walls, slopes, excavations, and depressions
Firm, drained, and graded ground conditions for adequate support |
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| Know the proper use of mats, blocking, or cribbing and outriggers or crawlers, as they affect the ability of supporting surfaces to handle the expected loads of the operation. |
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| Know electric power line hazards, corresponding regulations, and safety practices. |
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| Know how to identify and evaluate hazards associated with: |
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Definition
Access to job site
Site hazards, such as underground utilities
Transportation clearances |
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| Know how to review lift requirements with site supervision, including determining working height, boom length, load radius, load weight, crane capacity, travel clearance, extension of crawlers or outriggers/stabilizers, and counterweights. |
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| What federal regulations and industry standards affect safe operation of cranes? |
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Definition
| ASME B30.5, OSHA 1910.180, and OSHA 1926 Subpart CC. |
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| Know how to conduct shift crane inspections for unsafe conditions/deficiencies and when to notify supervision of these conditions. |
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| Know how to pick, carry, swing, and place the load smoothly and safely on rubber tires and on outriggers/stabilizers or crawlers (where applicable). |
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| Know proper procedures and methods of reeving all wire ropes and methods of reeving multiple-part lines and selecting the proper load block and/or ball. |
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| Know standard method signals as specified in OSHA 1926 Subpart CC. |
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Definition
Hand signals
Voice signals |
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| Know how to shut down and secure the crane properly when leaving it unattended, based on manufacturer’s recommendations in both normal and emergency conditions. |
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| Know the manufacturer’s recommendations for operating in various weather conditions, and understand how environmental conditions affect the safe operation of the crane. |
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| Know how to verify the weight of the load and rigging prior to initiating the lift. |
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| Know how to determine where the load is to be picked up and placed, and know how to verify the radii. |
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| Know basic load rigging procedures. |
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| Know how to perform shift and monthly maintenance and inspection. |
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| Know how to use and understand the requirements for operational aids and safety devices: |
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Definition
LMI
Anti–two block device
Boom angle indicator
Rated load indicator
Boom length indicators
Crane level indicator
Boom and jib stops
Brake locks
Hydraulic outrigger and stabilizer holding/check valve devices
Horn
Boom hoist limiting devices
Luffing jib limiting devices and indicators
Load weighing devices
Outrigger/stabilizer position sensors/monitors
Drum rotation indicators |
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| Know which operations reduce crane capacity or require specific procedures or skills, such as: |
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Definition
Multi-crane lifts
Suspended personnel platforms
Duty cycle operations
Barge operations |
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Term
| Know the proper procedures for operating safely under the following conditions: |
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Definition
Traveling with suspended loads
Approaching two blocking
Operating near electric power lines
Using a suspended personnel platform
Lifting loads from beneath the surface of the water
Using various approved counterweight configurations
Handling loads out of the operator’s vision (“operating in the blind”)
Using electronic communications techniques (e.g., radios) in various weather conditions
Traveling under or near power lines with no load
Swing radius hazards
Prohibitions of free fall |
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| Know proper procedures for load control and the use of handheld tag lines. |
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| what are you responsible to know how to react in: |
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Definition
Electric power line contact
Loss of stability
Control malfunction
Block and line twisting
Carrier or travel malfunction
Personnel under load or in fall zone |
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| Know how to use the outriggers properly in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications. |
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| Know alternative measures when operational aids malfunction. |
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| Know the effects of dynamic loading from: |
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Wind
Stopping and starting
Impact loading
Moving the load
Traveling with load (pick and carry) |
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| Know the effect of side loading. |
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Term
| Know operator’s authority to stop operations. |
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Term
| Know operator certification requirements. |
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Definition
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| Know basic crane terminology and definitions. |
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Definition
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| Know functions and limitations of the crane and attachments. |
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Construction and breaking strength
Inspection procedures
Replacement criteria and inspection procedures
Capacity and when multi-part rope is needed
Maintenance and lubrication
Relationship between line pull and safe working load |
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| Know rigging devices and their use, such as: |
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Definition
Slings
Spreaders
Lifting beams
Wire rope fittings, such as clips, shackles, and wedge sockets
Saddles (softeners)
Clamps
Hook blocks and overhaul balls |
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Term
| Know the limitations of protective measures against electrical hazards. |
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Definition
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| Know the effects of load share and load transfer in multi-crane lifts. |
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Definition
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| Know the significance of the instruments, gauge readings, and machine power systems. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know the requirements of shift inspections and maintenance. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know the uses and limitations of all operational devices/aids. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know how to calculate net capacity for the crane configuration using the applicable manufacturer’s load chart. |
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Definition
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| Know how to use manufacturer-approved attachments and their effect on the crane’s operation. |
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Term
| Know the principles of backward stability. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know requirements for fall protection. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know requirements for access and egress. |
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Term
| Know the general requirements that apply to assembly/disassembly operations. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know assembly/disassembly procedures when in proximity to power lines. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know the terminology necessary to use load charts. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know how to ensure that the load chart is the appropriate chart for the machine in its particular application. |
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Definition
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Term
| Know how to use capacity load charts; this includes knowing: |
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Definition
The operational limitations of load charts and footnotes
The difference between structural capacity and capacity limited by stability
What is included in load chart capacity
The range diagram and its relationship to the load chart
The work area chart and its relationship to the load chart
Where to find and how to use the parts-of-line information
The safe working load of hoist line |
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| Know how to use the load chart together with the load indicators. |
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