A04 TOWER CRANE

Describe the nature of the sector of industry and their role and responsibilities as a plant operator

• Name and explain the purpose of principal components, the basic construction, controls and terminology
• Conform with manufacturer’s requirements as per the operator’s handbook, other types of information source and relevant regulations and legislation
• Explain all relevant documentation
• Undertake all pre-use checks and place the crane into service
• Follow and carry out procedures that must be taken to access the structure/base for inspection and maintenance purposes

• Configure the crane for lifting duties
• Explain the reasons for changing the number of falls of rope
• Explain action required for hazards and overhead services
• Explain various types of lifting accessories

• Identify that loads are safe to lift, ensuring load balance, security and integrity
• Lift various loads using the full radius and slewing capabilities of a crane
• Accurately place loads
• Minimise the swinging of loads
• Move loads through crane travel (where applicable) – Endorsements A & B
• Comply with signals and instructions
• Maintain safe working situations
• Explain how the wind (and other weather conditions) can affect loads being lifted with regards to pedestrian safety on the ground

• Prepare the crane in preparation of movement from lifting duties

• Carry out out-of-service and securing procedures