Safe Operation of Cranes and Hoists (Machinery) is a 30-minute online course that covers safety procedures for operating cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment in industrial and machinery environments as regulated under OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.179. It is designed for crane operators, rigging personnel, and maintenance workers and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Cranes and hoists are critical to material handling operations in manufacturing, industrial plants, and heavy machinery environments - but they demand strict adherence to safety procedures. An average of 44 crane-related fatalities occur each year in the United States according to BLS data, with 24% taking place in factory or plant settings. OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.179 regulates overhead and gantry cranes in general industry, establishing requirements for load ratings, operational clearances, braking systems, regular inspections, and operator competency. Each incident involving a crane carries an average cost exceeding $4 million when factoring in investigation, legal proceedings, operational shutdowns, and increased insurance premiums.
This course emphasizes the safety procedures and precautions common to all cranes and hoists in industrial settings. Your employees will learn to conduct pre-operational inspections, verify load capacity before each lift, inspect slings and chains for wear and damage, and follow proper rigging procedures. The training covers safe lifting and transporting techniques, proper use of hand signals and tag lines, and the hazards to watch for when working near or under suspended loads. This course gives your crane operators and support personnel the knowledge to work safely with the specific cranes and hoists they operate every day.
Crane and hoist operations in general industry are regulated under OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.179, which covers overhead and gantry cranes, and related standards for rigging and material handling. The standard requires that all crane and hoist equipment be maintained in safe operating condition through documented frequent and periodic inspections. Frequent inspections - covering hooks, ropes, operating mechanisms, and safety devices - must occur at daily to monthly intervals. Periodic inspections cover structural components and must occur every 1 to 12 months depending on severity of service. BLS data shows that crane-related fatalities average 44 per year nationally, with the manufacturing and industrial sector accounting for 24% of those deaths. OSHA penalties for serious crane safety violations reach $16,550 per instance, while willful violations can result in fines up to $165,514. Employers are required to designate only competent, trained operators and to ensure that all persons working near cranes understand the hazards of overhead lifting operations.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $29.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $23.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $21.55 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.