Overhead Crane Operation Training

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Companies use overhead cranes and gantry cranes to lift and transport goods inside factories and workshops. Therefore, providing structured, legally compliant, and safe crane operation training is essential.
A high-quality training course not only enables operators to use equipment correctly and safely but also helps minimize accident risks, improve productivity, and ensure compliance with legal regulations.

Introduction to the Overhead Crane Operation Course

The Overhead Crane Operation Course at PST Training is designed based on lifting safety standards, legal requirements, and the actual needs of enterprises.

Course Objectives

Provide trainees with knowledge of legal regulations and standards related to lifting operations.
Help trainees understand operating principles, identify hazards, and prevent risks.
Practice real-life operations with hoists, overhead cranes, and proper preparation procedures in accordance with lifting plans.

Trainees will receive basic theoretical instruction and hands-on practical training either at the client’s workplace or at PST Training’s practical training area.

Target Participants

This course is suitable for:

Overhead crane operators
Crane helpers / riggers
Signalers (banksmen)
Lifting supervisors
All individuals involved in lifting operations in factories or construction sites

Overhead Crane Operation Course Content

Depending on the type of crane used by the enterprise, PST Training will tailor the training content to ensure it is practical and closely aligned with real working conditions.

Common Types of Industrial Cranes

Overhead Crane

An overhead crane is a lifting device that moves horizontally and vertically above the working area, allowing heavy loads to be lifted and lowered inside factories.

Common types include:

Single Girder Overhead Crane
Double Girder Overhead Crane
Suspended Overhead Crane

Drive types:

Electric drive: Suitable for industrial production and heavy loads
Manual drive: Light loads, flexible operation, used in small warehouses or confined working areas

Gantry Crane

A gantry crane is often confused with an overhead crane. It has a structure similar to a large gate, consisting of two vertical legs and a horizontal beam. The crane travels on rails installed on concrete ground.
Gantry cranes are highly flexible and suitable for outdoor areas or locations with large spans.

Reference Course Content – Overhead Crane Operation Training at PST Training

Legal Knowledge & Relevant Standards

In the theoretical section, trainees will be equipped with the following knowledge:

Legal regulations and safety standards related to lifting operations
Safety requirements for cranes in production activities
Roles and responsibilities of individuals involved in lifting operations
Introduction to equipment used in lifting operations with hoists and cranes
Technical specifications and safety instructions on lifting equipment
Principles of equipment inspection before operation
Hazard identification in lifting operations
Risk assessment principles and how to prepare a risk assessment checklist before work
Common accidents in lifting operations
Safety control measures
Procedures for preparing and implementing lifting plans
Permit to Work (PTW) system
Conducting toolbox talks before starting work
Communication and signaling methods in lifting operations
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Emergency response procedures

Practical Skills Training

The practical training at PST Training enables trainees to confidently operate overhead cranes in real working environments:

Inspection of lifting accessories and identification of common defects
Conducting pre-job safety meetings
Practicing correct rigging techniques
Practicing crane signaling
Operating chain hoists
Practical overhead crane operation

Learning Outcomes

After completing the course, trainees will be able to:

Understand legal regulations related to lifting operations
Clearly identify roles and responsibilities of each position
Identify and assess risks
Perform proper load preparation before lifting
Inspect lifting areas and access routes
Understand and inspect lifting accessories and color-coding systems
Become familiar with crane control panels
Use standard and safe lifting signals correctly

Overhead Crane Operation Certificate

Validity: As per regulations
Training Duration: As per regulations
Certification: Overhead Crane Operation Training Certificate issued by PST Training

Reliable Overhead Crane Operation Training at PST Training

At PST Training, we are confident in delivering high-quality training with:

Experienced instructors with many years of practical expertise
Training materials developed in accordance with national and international standards
On-site practical training at workshops or client facilities
International-standard training models
Excellent customer support and after-training services