Crawler crane driver course teaches drivers how to safely and effectively pre/post-inspect, operate a mobile crane mounted on tracks (crawlers) instead of wheels.
Unit Standard No: 242982
Unit Standard Credits: 20
NQF Level: 3
Unit standard title : Operate a Crawlercrane
Compliance: TETA
Crawler crane Training cost: R8500
Crawler crane course duration: 7 days
Crawler Crane Training Course Content
Theory Test 20%: A written exam to assess knowledge of the vehicle's functions, safety protocols, and operational procedures.Practical Test 80%: Hands-on training where drivers operate the Crawler crane under supervision to demonstrate their competence in operating the equipment.
Assessment: Assessors and moderators assess Crawler crane learners to whether they are competent or not
Crawler crane machine codes
Machine
Capacity
Code
Crawler crane
>= 50 tones
C38
Crawler crane
< 50 tones
C40
Machine Orientation
- What's Crawler crane
- Functions of Crawler crane
- Types of Crawler crane
- Components (Parts) of Crawler crane and their functions
- Identify all safety features and warning and their purposes in accordance to manufactures specifications
- Explain all maximum operating capacity
- Explain all warnings from Crawler crane indicators
- Describe or demonstrate corrective actions in terms of neutralising
Pre Operation Checks
- Lubrication and wear points
- Detecting wire rope damage
- Battery and electrical, Boom and hook, fluid levels, and overall truck condition.
- Inspecting tracks and Brakes
- Hydraulic System Check
- Report all faults found during the inspection
- Understanding the manufacturers Manual
- Crawler crane parked according to manufacturers and worksite requirements
- Test functions (boom, winch, brakes)
Site Preparation and plan for work activities
- Sequence of operations is determined according to site operational requirements.
- Required equipment e.g Machine attachments, personal protective equipment and safety signs.
- Inspect and prepare site according to site operational requirements.
Safe operation procedures of Crawler crane
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):
- Common Hazards include Power lines, Overloading, Tipping or ground collapse, Wind/weather
- Site Safety
- Operating in Confined Spaces
- Explain all warnings from truck indicators Procedures for driving in different weather conditions, on uneven terrain, and avoiding tipping.
- Handling Emergencies
Operating Procedures
- Controls overview
- Explain temporary safety signs in relations to their use or placement
- Starting and Stopping the crane
- Setting Up a Lift e.g Ground conditions, Outrigger setup, Swing radius
- Speed and Load Limits
- Communication & Signaling e.g Hand signals, Use of radios, Role of the signaller
- Operating Techniques e.g Smooth boom movements, swinging, Controlled lifting and lowering, Avoiding sudden stops or swings
- Load Management
- Rigging Basics e.g Slings and shackles, Load balance, Tag lines
- Traveling and steering on tracks
- Traveling the crane under control
Post-Operation Procedures
- Shutdown Procedures
- Cleaning and Shutdown
- Documentation: Completing logs or reports as required by the employer or regulatory bodies.
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Crawler crane Operator duty and responsible is the safety of the machine operation as soon as the load is moved. Because of this responsibility, whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that the operation might be dangerous or unsafe, the Crawler crane operator must refuse to operate until the concern has been reported to the supervisor, any hazards are rectified, and safety conditions are met.
Crawler crane operators can get jobs in these departments like mining, construction and quarrying.
Crawler crane refresher course is required every after 2 years of license expiry every 2 years or when an operator has spent more than 2 years without operating the machine.
Crawler crane certification
After a successful Crawler crane training assessment, a competence certificate is awarded to the driver by the accredited training provider registered in accordance with OSHA and TETA.
Crawler crane licence
After successful Crawler crane course assessment. A competency license is awarded adt driver
Crawler crane license renewal
Crawler crane licenses expire every 2 years, hence renewal or recertification to ensure that operators stay up to date with safety standards and best practices. Old copy of license is required
Crawler crane driving Course requirements
- A copy of id/passport
- 2 colour id photos
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Physically able
Key Benefits of Crawler crane Operator Training at Zusiphe training Center:
- Increased Safety
- Improved Productivity
- Compliance
- Cost Savings
Crawler crane Jobs Opportunities
After the course you submit you CV to cv@cranestraining.com. There are recruitment agencies and employers who contact Zusiphe training centre for operators.
The competent Crawler crane operator can submit CV to advertising sites like indeed, career junction, linkedin etc.
A comptent Crawler crane license holder earns an average salary of R17263 per month or R104 per hour depending on the exprience of the driver and employer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Crawler crane operator course in South Africa?
Crawler crane course price is R5000
How long is Crawler crane couse?
Crawler crane training takes 7-10 days.
How much do Crawler crane operators make in South Africa?
Crawler crane operator salary is at the average of R R17263 per month
What licence do you need to drive Crawler crane ?
none
When do I renew my Crawler crane certificate and license?
After 2 years
Where do I find Crawler crane operator jobs in south Africa?
Try to identify construction, mining and quarrying companies/departments then contact then to you CV. Or Upload CVs site like career junction, indeed, pnet and Linkedin.
Do you help to get jobs?
Yes, Crawler crane school assist in finding a job, cv writing. By encouraging employers contact us on +27738519937.
How to Operate Crawler crane ?
Manoeuvring a jointed cab and dump bed on uneven terrain, pre/post daily checks of the 777 dump truck, hauling, loading and dumping load, and safety requirements must be followed.
How to get a Crawler crane License?
Zusiphe training Center on +27738519937
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Different provinces of South Africa(sa) Mthatha/Umtata, Butterworth, East London and Port Elizabeth in Eastern cape, Bloemfontein in free state, Pretoria, vereeniging, kempton park, alberton, Germiston and Johannesburg(JHB) in Gauteng, Polokwane and Lephalale in Limpopo, Nelspruit, Witbank, Secunda in Mpumalanga, Kimberley in Nothern cape, Rustenburg and Mafikeng in North West, Cape town in Western Cape etc.
We train students from other southern African countries Botswana, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Namibia, Swaziland, Zambia, Angola, Tanzania, Ghana, DR.Congo, Gabon, Kenya, Nigeria, Chadi, Mali, Sudan, Niger, Burkina faso, Guinea, Madagascar and Uganda etc. Since we free accommodation and job assistance.
