Lifting technician - Crawler Crane Operator

the principles of health, safety and welfare and how they must be applied in relation to lifting operations and to others

the responsibilities under legislation and guidance (including the Health and Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) to undertake the

how to communicate with others and follow organisational procedures to conform to productive work

the functions and basic construction of the crane, the operating controls and electronic read-out system and terminology for the crane including booms, jibs, stability equipment, hoisting equipment and safety systems

how to conform with manufacturers requirements as per the operators handbook, codes of practice, lift plans/method statements, ground loading charts and inspection and reporting forms

the need and how to undertake pre-use checks, regular and non-scheduled maintenance procedures, the sequence of pre-use checks and of defect reporting, and of setting the crane for work

different techniques, methods and safety issues of lifting, moving and placing a variety of loads

how to interpret and apply information for the sequence of lifting operations

how to comply with lift plan specifications and official guidance for the lifting of loads

safe working practices for setting up, configuring, lifting, moving and placing of loads whilst minimising the risk of damage to the work and surrounding area

the different techniques and methods on the moving, handling and storing of resources and equipment

the requirements of working at height and the use of access equipment, and the procedures to be followed

the actions required for proximity hazards (nearby structures) and environmental hazards (strong winds)

the principles and safety requirements for slinging and signalling duties

the need for pre-use checks on lifting accessories, how to identify non-serviceable items and the procedures for placing out-of service items

how to identify centres of gravity and estimate weight of loads for slinging of loads

Comply with relevant legislation and official guidance (including the Health and Safety at Work Act, Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) when lifting and transferring loads

Conform with manufacturer’s and the employer’s operational and health and safety requirements

Identify the sequence of lifting operations to be carried out, communicate and organise the work with others

Undertake all pre-use checks, configure and set the crane for lifting duties

Programme/set-up and conform with the crane’s electronic information systems

Lift various loads using up to the full radius and slewing capabilities of the crane

Accurately place load whilst minimising the swinging of loads and following signals and instructions

Maintain stability and safe working situations

Safely use, store and maintain and equipment.

Work at height following safety and working procedures

Place cranes out of service, and isolate and secure

Prepare and ready lifting accessories and the area of operation for the lifting of loads

Attach and secure various types of loads to a lifting hook ensuring balance, security and integrity

Direct and guide the movement of loads and accurately place loads using a variety of communication methods

Comply with specific legislation and guidance (inc. Lifting Operations Regulations 1998 and BS 7121) when slinging and signalling loads

Effective communication: oral, written, listening, body language, presentation.

Team work: work effectively with others with limited supervision.

Independent working: take responsibility for completion of your own work.

Logical thinking: use clear and valid reasoning when making decisions to undertake the work instructions.

Working effectively: undertake the work in a reliable and productive manner.

Time management: use own time effectively to complete the work instructions to schedule.

Adaptability: be able to adjust to changes to the work instructions.

Assertiveness and confidence: able to resist pressures to work following unsafe practices

Respect: apply equality, diversity and inclusion in dealing with others.