Self-Erecting Tower Crane

Course Description

This unit specifies the outcomes required to operate a self-erecting tower crane for licensing purposes, and covers the operation of a crane where the tower structure and boom/jib elements are not disassembled into component sections, which can be transported between sites as a complete unit, and where the erection and dismantling processes are an inherent part of the crane’s function.

Learning Outcome

On completion of the course, participants will have gained the following skills and knowledge to:

• OHS and legislative obligations

• How to safely plan self-erecting tower crane operations

• Identification and control of hazards/risks in the workplace

• Inspection and selection of lifting equipment including sling and load calculations

• How to conduct pre-start, pre-operational and post-operational inspections on a self-erecting tower crane

• Reading and interpreting load charts

• Setting up a crane

• Use of LMI (load monitor indicator)

• Operating a crane following hand, whistle and radio signals

• Operating and shifting a variety of loads

Outcome

• Upon successful completion, student will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

• A High-Risk Work Licence (class CS) will be issued through the WHS authority in your jurisdiction. (SafeWork/WorkSafe)

Qualification

CPCCLTC4002 - Licence to operate a self-erecting tower crane
High Risk Work Licence (CS)

Assessment Type

Theory and Practical

Prerequisites

Kallibr Training require all applicants to hold a current Licence to Perform Dogging, as well as an existing crane licence (CN, C2, C6) or satisfactory demonstration of industry experience.