Cranes and Derricks for Construction

Cranes and derricks are necessary equipment on many jobsites. They are designed, tested, and manufactured for safe operation.

When used properly, they safely lift or move loads. However, cranes and derricks have the potential for causing catastrophic accidents if safe operating practices are not followed.

Accidents can be avoided by careful job planning and gaining the knowledge needed to work on or around cranes and derricks safely.

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Define the purpose of OSHA’s Subpart CC.
• Identify potential crane and derrick hazards on a construction jobsite.
• Explain ways to protect yourself when working on or near cranes and derricks.

Approximately 60 minutes

Testing conducted in this online Cranes and Derricks for Construction 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.

This course was created using standards that will allow playback on most internet capable devices with standard web browsing capabilities including Apple’s iTouch, iPad, and iPhone, as well as most other smart phones and tablets including those with Android and Windows operating systems.