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INSTRUCTOR:
Timothy L. Parker, P.E., PMP, M.ASCE
Purpose and Background
The main intent of this course is to familiarize practitioners with the codes and standards that apply to crane and rigging safety and how to incorporate this information into the preparation of safe and practical lift plans. Familiarity with cranes is not required. All concepts can be easily followed by any professional of the A/E industry. This course is co-sponsored by the Construction Institute.
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Analyze mobile crane load charts and be able to extract needed information to prepare a lift plan.
- By understanding the uses and limitations of the major types of rigging and rigging hardware, calculate the actual loads applied to the rigging and identify the proper rigging and rigging hardware to be used for lifting different loads, and prepare a detailed, safe, and practical rigging plan.
- Prepare a complete, safe, and practical lift plan incorporating mobile crane capacities, rigging plan, site conditions, and ground bearing requirements.
- Describe alternative methods of lifting (i.e., gantries, lifting frames, etc.) and how lift plans will need to be modified to incorporate these methods.
Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Achievement of the learning outcomes by attendees will be assessed through (3) exams.
Who Should Attend?
- Consultant engineers
- A/E contractors
- Lift inspectors
- Lift planners
- Safety officials
How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs
This course is worth 2.4 CEUs/24 PDHs. To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete (3) exams and receive a passing score of 70% or higher.
How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?
1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]
Course Outline
Week 1: Introduction to ASME and OSHA Codes and Standards
Course Introduction & Week Introduction
ASME P30.1 Planning for Load Handling Activities – Introduction
ASME P30.1 Planning for Load Handling Activities – Considerations and Categorization
Learning Exercise - ASME P30.1 Pre-Planning
ASME P30.1 Planning for Load Handling Activities – Standard Lift Plan Requirements
ASME P30.1 Planning for Load Handling Activities – Critical Lift Plans Requirements
ASME B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes
29CFR1926.1400 – OSHA – Cranes and Derricks in Construction
Learning Exercise - ASME B30.5 and OSHA 1926.1400 Considerations
Conclusion
Week 2: Types of Mobile Cranes and Their Advantages/Disadvantages on Construction Projects
Introduction
Crane Terminology
Learning Exercise - Crane Terminology
Rough Terrain Cranes
Hydraulic Truck Cranes
Hydraulic Crawler Cranes
Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes
Lattice Boom Truck Cranes
Boom Trucks
Learning Exercise - Crane Type Advantages/Disadvantages
Conclusion
Week 3: Rigging and Rigging Hardware
Introduction
Wire Rope Slings
Chain Slings
Synthetic Web Slings
Synthetic Roundslings
Learning Exercise - Slings
Shackles and Turnbuckles
Miscellaneous Rigging Hardware
Learning Exercise - Rigging Hardware
Conclusion
Week 4: Center of Gravity of Loads and Proper Rigging Selection
Introduction
Center of Gravity
Rigging Arrangement
Rigging Loads
Learning Exercise - CG and Rigging Loads
Proper Rigging
Gross Loads
Rigging Plan
Learning Exercise - Rigging Plan
Conclusion
Exam: Weeks 1-4
Week 5: Introduction to Mobile Crane Load Charts
Introduction
Definitions
Learning Exercise - Definitions
Load Chart Sections Part 1
Load Chart Sections Part 2
Load Chart Sections Part 3
Load Chart Sections Part 4
Load Chart Sections Part 5
Learning Exercise - Understanding Load Charts
Conclusion
Week 6: Gross Capacity Calculations for Mobile Cranes
Introduction
Rough Terrain Cranes
Hydraulic Truck Cranes
Hydraulic Crawler Cranes
Learning Exercise - Gross Loads
Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes
Boom Truck
Travel Capacity
Learning Exercise - Case Study 1
Conclusion
Week 7: Capacity Deductions for Mobile Cranes
Introduction
Rough Terrain Cranes
Hydraulic Truck Cranes
Hydraulic Crawler Cranes
Learning Exercise - Deductions
Lattice Boom Crawler Cranes
Boom Trucks
Rigging Weight
Learning Exercise - Net Capacities
Conclusion
Week 8: Special Topics on Mobile Crane Load Charts
Introduction
Lufting Jibs
Super Lift Attachments
Trailing Counterweight
Learning Exercise - Gross Capacities Part 1
Boom Modes
Lattice Boom Tips
Outrigger Extensions
Learning Exercise - Gross Capacities Part 2
Conclusion
Exam: Weeks 4-8
Week 9: Crane Placement on Jobsite and Tandem Lifts
Introduction
Responsibilities on the jobsite
Learning Exercise - Jobsite Hazards
Load Travel Path
Jobsite Conditions
Crane Placement
Learning Exercise - Tandem Crane Lifts
Upending Operations
Tandem Crane Loads
Conclusion
Week 10: Ground Bearing
Introduction
Ground Bearing Basics
Manufacturer’s Calculations
Independent Calculations
Learning Exercise - Ground Bearing
Independent Calculations
Crane Mats
Load Spreading
Learning Exercise - Load Spreading
Conclusion
Week 11: Critical Lift Plan
Introduction
ASME P30.1 Requirements
Lift Data Sheets
Rigging Diagrams
Learning Exercise - Lift Plan Data
Lift Diagram
Lift Diagram
Completed Lift Plan
Learning Exercise - Critical Lift Plan
Conclusion
Week 12: Lift Plan Considerations for Alternative Lifting Methods
Introduction
Hydraulic Gantries
Hydraulic Gantries
Lifting Frames
Learning Exercise - Alternative Lifting Methods
Hydraulic Platform Trailers
Storage Beams and Stands
Lift Plan
Learning Exercise - Case Study 2
Conclusion
Exam: Weeks 9-12