Crane Safety for General Industry

Cranes are common pieces of machinery in general industry that make it easier and safer for employees to manipulate materials throughout the workplace, including lifting and transporting heavy objects.The safe use of one depends on several factors, including crane operator safety training, proper maintenance and inspections, as well as diligence to safe work practices while operating it.

This online course is designed to familiarize you with hazards related to cranes and provide best practices to ensure safety while operating or working near one.

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the primary intended use and identify the common types used in general industry
• Identify potential crane hazards on a construction jobsite
• Explain ways to protect yourself when working on or near cranes.

Approximately 30 minutes

Testing conducted in this online Crane Safety for General Industry course is designed to reinforce the information presented. A mark of 80% must be achieved in order to receive a certificate of completion. Users are able to repeat the course twice if the pass mark is not achieved.

Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be available to download and print.