Tower Crane and Construction Rescue

Course Info

This course will provide the learner with the required knowledge to perform a Tower Crane and Construction Rescue. At the end of this course you will be able to demonstrate how to setup and dismantle rescue systems used in typical rescues from a tower crane and/or suspended casualties on a construction site.

Each participant will be required to pass a written test with a minimum 75%, be familiar with all equipment, rigging and related equipment, and demonstrate their ability to perform a daily inspection. A complete understanding of the workings of the descent system must be demonstrated and the ability to instruct workers in the correct procedures using the descent system.

Topics Covered

• Legislation (OH&S, NIOSH, CSA)

• Hazards Identification and Assessment

• Rescue Requirements

• Roles and Responsibilities

• Inspection of all related equipment

• Identify proper anchor points

• Proper use of PPE

• Rescue techniques using the applicable Descent Device

• Crane Construction

• Construction – Suspended Casualty (ie. Worker fallen off leading edge)

• Patient Packaging

• Trauma Mitigation

• Refresher of fall related legislation Federal and Provincial