Chains, Cranes, Hoists, and Slings is an 11-minute online course that covers the safe operation, inspection, and maintenance of cranes and lifting devices used in construction and industrial settings. It is designed for rigging crews, crane operators, and maintenance personnel and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Crane and rigging incidents remain a persistent source of workplace fatalities across both construction and industrial settings. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, an average of 44 workers die in crane-related accidents in the United States each year, with roughly 37% of those deaths caused by workers being crushed by a dropped load. OSHA requires that all lifting equipment be inspected before each use and that only trained, qualified personnel operate cranes and hoists. Employers who fail to maintain safe rigging practices face serious penalties - up to $16,550 per serious violation and $165,514 for willful or repeated violations.
This course prepares your employees to safely operate and work around cranes, hoists, chains, and slings. Your team will learn how to conduct daily pre-use inspections, identify damaged or worn components that make equipment unsafe, select the correct rigging hardware for the load, and follow proper hook safety procedures. The training reinforces that even a single oversight during hoisting operations can lead to catastrophic results, making consistent inspection and safe operating practices essential for every shift.
Crane and hoist safety is regulated under multiple OSHA standards depending on the work setting. Construction operations fall under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (Cranes and Derricks in Construction), which requires certified operators, qualified riggers, and documented inspection protocols. General industry overhead and gantry cranes are governed by 29 CFR 1910.179, which mandates frequent and periodic inspections at defined intervals. OSHA's FY 2025 enforcement data shows that crane-related violations continue to draw significant penalties, with willful violations reaching up to $165,514 per instance. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 43% of fatal crane incidents between 2011 and 2017 occurred in the construction industry, with 45% of all crane accident fatalities linked to contact with power lines. Employers must ensure that equipment is inspected before each shift, operators hold valid certification, and all rigging components meet load-rated specifications.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English and Spanish at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.