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Task G-18 Performs common craning operations
Task descriptor
Configuring the crane and electronic operational aids such as load moment indicators (LMI), rated capacity indicators (RCI) and rated capacity limiters (RCL), and driving cranes on jobsites are common operations performed by all mobile crane operators.
G-18.01-Configures electronic operational aids
G-18.01-Configures electronic operational aids
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| G-18.01.01P |
set computer for rig-up and rig-down |
computer is set for rig-up and rig-down according to active crane configuration and manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-18.01.02P |
set computer for hoisting operations |
computer is set for hoisting operations according to active crane configuration and manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-18.01.03P |
enter and confirm data in computer |
data is entered and confirmed in computer |
| G-18.01.04P |
program range limiting device |
range limiting device is programmed according to hazards and maximum parameters |
| G-18.01.05P |
adjust data |
data is adjusted according to changes in configuration |
Range of variables
- data includes: boom length/boom type, jib length/jib type/jib offset, winches, parts of line, amount of counterweight, supporting base configuration, attachments
- hazards include: powerlines, swing/boom obstructions, overhead obstructions
- changes in configuration include: switching between attachments, new obstructions
Knowledge
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Learning Objectives |
| G-18.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of electronic operational aids, their characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with electronic operational aids |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to use of electronic operational aids |
| G-18.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to configure electronic operational aids |
describe procedures used to configure electronic operational aids |
| identify types of data entered into computer to configure electronic operational aids |
| interpret charts, drawings and, manufacturers’ specifications and instructions relating to configuration of electronic operational aids |
| G-18.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to craning operations |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to craning operations |
| locate information related to electronic operational aids in standards and regulations |
Range of variables
- electronic operational aids include: LMI, RCI, RCL
- hazards include: powerlines, swing/boom obstructions, overhead obstructions
- data includes: boom length/boom type, jib length/jib type/jib offset, winches, parts of line, amount of counterweight, supporting base configuration, attachments
G-18.02-Mobilizes crane on jobsite
G-18.02-Mobilizes crane on jobsite
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| G-18.02.01P |
identify hazards and obstacles |
hazards and obstacles are identified |
| G-18.02.02P |
plan route on jobsite |
route on jobsite is planned according to site conditions and crane configuration |
| G-18.02.03P |
configure crane for travel |
crane is configured for travel according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-18.02.04P |
request support equipment to prepare ground and route |
support equipment is requested to prepare ground and route |
| G-18.02.05P |
set out crane mats and blocking |
crane mats and blocking are set out according to ground conditions and crane configuration and manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-18.02.06P |
determine need for a signal person in front and back of crane |
need for a signal person in front and back of crane is determined according to site conditions, crane configuration, site policies and jurisdictional regulations |
| G-18.02.07P |
engage and disengage controls |
controls are engaged and disengaged to operate functions to move crane |
| G-18.02.08P |
monitor crane |
crane is monitored to ensure it stays within parameters during travel according to manufacturers’ specifications |
Range of variables
- hazards and obstacles include: overhead powerlines, underground utilities, other equipment, excavations
- site conditions include: ground conditions (grades, icy conditions, soft ground), location of utilities, limits of approach to powerlines, wind speed
- functions include: transmission, steering, brakes, suspension
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-18.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to mobilize cranes on jobsite |
identify hazards and obstacles and describe safe work practices pertaining to mobilization of cranes on jobsite |
| describe procedures used to mobilize cranes on jobsite |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications relating to mobilization of cranes on jobsite |
| describe use of crane mats and blocking |
| describe procedures used to determine signalling requirements |
| describe importance of planning crane route according to site conditions and crane configuration |
| G-18.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to craning operations |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to craning operations |
Range of variables
- hazards and obstacles include: overhead powerlines, underground utilities, other equipment, excavations
- site conditions include: ground conditions (grades, icy conditions, soft ground), location of utilities, limits of approach to powerlines, wind speed
Task G-19 Operates friction drive lattice boom cranes
Task descriptor
Mobile crane operators operate friction drive lattice boom cranes, which encompass both crawler-mounted and truck-mounted cranes.
G-19.01-Operates friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes
G-19.01-Operates friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes
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| G-19.01.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices, including the master clutch, are operational |
| G-19.01.02P |
engage swing, boom, hoist and travel functions in any given direction |
swing, boom, hoist and travel functions are engaged in any given direction according to changing site conditions |
| G-19.01.03P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-19.01.04P |
maintain control of load during functions |
control of load during functions is maintained while taking into consideration changing site conditions |
| G-19.01.05P |
coordinate clutch and brake operations |
clutch and brake operations are coordinated to control load |
| G-19.01.06P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
| G-19.01.07P |
steer and travel crane in any direction |
crane is steered and travelled in any direction while using travel functions to pick and carry, and travel |
| G-19.01.08P |
engage dogs/pawls |
dogs/pawls are engaged to avoid further movement of crane or load |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-19.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of friction drive systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-19.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe procedures used to perform a pick and carry lift |
| describe effects of ground conditions on pick and carry lift operations |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| describe freefall and how to ensure correct operation |
| G-19.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to friction drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes |
| describe training requirements and restrictions for freefall mode |
Range of variables
- attachments include: heavy lift, tower, luffing jib
- specifications include: load charts, travel tables, range diagrams
- types of friction drive systems include: air assisted, hydraulic assisted, electric assisted, variable independent control (VICON), torque converter, direct drive
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
- ground conditions include: uneven, soft ground
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
G-19.02-Operates friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes
G-19.02-Operates friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes
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| G-19.02.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices, including master clutch, are operational |
| G-19.02.02P |
engage swing, boom and hoist functions at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously |
swing, boom and hoist functions are engaged at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously according to changing site conditions |
| G-19.02.03P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-19.02.04P |
maintain control of load during all functions |
control of load is maintained during all functions |
| G-19.02.05P |
coordinate clutch and brake operations |
clutch and brake operations are coordinated to control load according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions and crane configuration |
| G-19.02.06P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
| G-19.02.07P |
steer and travel crane on rubber |
crane is steered and travelled on rubber when it is fully assembled according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions and crane configuration |
| G-19.02.08P |
engage dogs/pawls |
dogs/pawls are engaged to avoid further movement of load |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-19.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of friction drive systems and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-19.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| describe freefall operations |
| G-19.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to friction drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes |
| describe training requirements and restrictions for freefall mode |
Range of variables
- attachments include: heavy lift, tower, luffing jib
- specifications include: load charts, travel tables, range diagrams
- types of friction drive systems include: air assisted, hydraulic assisted, electric assisted, torque converter, direct drive
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
Task G-20 Operates hydraulic drive lattice boom cranes
Task descriptor
Mobile crane operators operate hydraulic drive lattice boom cranes, which encompass both crawler-mounted and truck-mounted cranes.
G-20.01-Operates hydraulic drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes
G-20.01-Operates hydraulic drive crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes
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| G-20.01.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices are operational |
| G-20.01.02P |
engage swing, boom, hoist and travel functions in any given direction |
swing, boom, hoist and travel functions are engaged in any given direction according to changing site conditions |
| G-20.01.03P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-20.01.04P |
maintain control of load during functions |
control of load during functions is maintained according to changing site conditions and hoisting requirements |
| G-20.01.05P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
| G-20.01.06P |
steer and travel crane in any direction |
crane is steered and travelled in any direction by locking, slowing or counter rotating tracks for pick and carry, and travel |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-20.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and manufacturers’ specifications pertaining to hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of hydraulic drive systems,their components, characteristics and applications |
| G-20.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe procedures used to perform a pick and carry lift |
| describe effects of ground conditions on pick and carry lift operations |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| describe freefall operations |
| G-20.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to hydraulic crawler-mounted lattice boom cranes |
| describe training requirements and restrictions for freefall mode |
Range of variables
- attachments include: heavy lift, jibs
- manufacturers’ specifications include: load charts, travel tables, range diagrams
- types of hydraulic drive systems include: open-centre, closed-centre
- components include: pumps, motors, controls, valves
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
- ground conditions include: uneven, soft ground, grades, icy conditions
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
G-20.02-Operates hydraulic drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes
G-20.02-Operates hydraulic drive truck-mounted lattice boom cranes
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| G-20.02.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices are operational |
| G-20.02.02P |
engage swing, boom and hoist functions at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously |
swing, boom and hoist functions are engaged at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously according to changing site conditions |
| G-20.02.03P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-20.02.04P |
maintain control of load during all functions |
control of load is maintained during all functions according to changing site conditions and hoisting requirements |
| G-20.02.05P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-20.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and manufacturers’ specifications pertaining to hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of hydraulic drive systems,their components, characteristics and applications |
| G-20.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe procedures used to perform a pick and carry lift |
| describe effects of ground conditions on pick and carry lift operations |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| describe freefall operations |
| G-20.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to hydraulic truck-mounted lattice boom cranes |
| describe training requirements and restrictions for freefall mode |
Range of variables
- attachments include: luffing jibs, fixed jibs
- manufacturers’ specifications include: load charts, travel tables, range diagrams
- types of hydraulic drive systems include: open-centre, closed-centre
- components include: pumps, motors, controls, valves
- functions include: changing radius; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls in combination
- ground conditions include: uneven, soft ground, grades, icy conditions
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
Task G-21 Operates telescopic boom cranes
Task descriptor
Operating telescopic boom cranes encompasses both crawler-mounted and truck-mounted cranes such as AT, RT and carry decks. Boom trucks are mounted on a commercial truck chassis.
G-21.01-Operates crawler-mounted telescopic cranes
G-21.01-Operates crawler-mounted telescopic cranes
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| G-21.01.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices are operational |
| G-21.01.02P |
extend and retract boom |
boom is extended and retracted according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-21.01.03P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-21.01.04P |
engage swing, boom and hoist functions at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously |
swing, boom and hoist functions are engaged at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously according to changing site conditions |
| G-21.01.05P |
maintain control of load during functions |
control of load during functions is maintained according to changing site conditions and hoisting requirements |
| G-21.01.06P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
| G-21.01.07P |
steer and travel crane in any direction |
crane is steered and travelled in any direction by locking, slowing or counter rotating tracks for pick and carry, and travel |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; changing boom lengths; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of crawler-mounted telescopic cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and manufacturers’ specifications and instructions pertaining to crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of crawler-mounted telescopic cranesand describe their characteristics and applications |
| identify characteristics of telescopic booms |
| G-21.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate crawler-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe procedures used to perform a pick and carry lift |
| describe effects of ground conditions on craning lift operations |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| G-21.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to crawler-mounted telescopic cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to crawler-mounted telescopic cranes |
Range of variables
- attachments include: jibs, inserts
- manufacturers’ specifications and instructions include: load and travel charts, travel tables, range diagrams, telescoping charts
- functions include: changing radius; changing boom lengths; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls
- ground conditions include: uneven, soft ground, grades, icy conditions
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
G-21.02-Operates rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes
G-21.02-Operates rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes
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| G-21.02.01P |
perform function test |
function test is performed to ensure all crane’s functions and devices are operational |
| G-21.02.02P |
extend and retract boom |
boom is extended and retracted according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-21.02.03P |
engage swing, boom, hoist and travel functions at various speeds in any given direction simultaneously |
swing, boom, hoist and travel functions at various speeds are engaged in any given direction simultaneously according to changing site conditions |
| G-21.02.04P |
centre hook block above centre of gravity of load |
hook block is centred above centre of gravity of load |
| G-21.02.05P |
maintain control of load during functions |
control of load is maintained during functions according to changing site conditions and hoisting requirements |
| G-21.02.06P |
stop crane while maintaining control of load |
crane is stopped while maintaining control of load |
| G-21.02.07P |
place and secure load on deck of boom truck and carry deck |
load is placed and secured on deck of boom truck and carry deck |
| G-21.02.08P |
raise, lower and lock suspension system |
suspension systems is raised, lowered and locked for operational requirements |
| G-21.02.09P |
perform pick and carry operations on AT, RT, carry deck and truck-mounted cranes |
pick and carry operations are performed on AT, RT, carry deck and truck-mounted cranes according to manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
Range of variables
- functions include: changing radius; changing boom lengths; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls
- operational requirements include: to insert pads under outriggers on AT and truck-mounted cranes, to level carrier, to access sites, to increase ground clearance for off-road travel
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-21.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and manufacturers’ specifications and instructions pertaining to rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| identify types of rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-21.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
describe procedures used to perform a function test |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments |
| describe procedures used to operate rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes and their attachments with and without a load |
| describe procedures used to maintain control of hook block in a safe manner during all functions |
| describe procedures used to perform a pick and carry lift |
| describe effects of ground conditions on craning operations |
| describe effects of environmental conditions on craning operations |
| G-21.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes |
Range of variables
- attachments include: guyed boom, jibs, inserts
- manufacturers’ specifications and instructions include: load and travel charts, travel tables, range diagrams, telescoping charts
- types of rubber tire-mounted telescopic cranes include: boom trucks, RT, AT, carry decks, truck-mounted, telehandler (with 360-swing and hoist attachment)
- functions include: changing radius; changing boom lengths; using hoist, boom, swing and travel controls
- ground conditions include: uneven, soft ground, grades, icy conditions
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
Task G-22 Performs specialty craning operations
Task descriptor
Mobile crane operators are sometimes required to perform specialty operations such as pile driving, multi-crane lifts, floating platforms, personnel lifts and duty cycle operations. Some may specialize in one type of specialty crane operation while others diversify their activities.
G-22.01-Operates crane with piledriving equipment
G-22.01-Operates crane with piledriving equipment
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perform hammer and drill operations |
hammer and drill operation is performed with hand-foot-eye coordination according to type of hammer and drill |
| G-22.01.02P |
drive and extract pile |
pile is driven and extracted using various operations according to site engineer’s specifications, and manufacturers’ specifications and instructions |
| G-22.01.03P |
monitor for changes in environmental conditions during hammer and drill operation |
changes in environmental conditions are monitored during hammer and drill operation and operations are stopped if unsafe conditions exist |
Range of variables
- types of hammers and drills include: hammers (hydraulic, vibratory, air, diesel, drop), churn drill
- piles includes: steel, concrete, wood, H-beam, pipe, sheet
- operations include: hoisting pile from ground, setting angle of piledriving, using templates, stabbing piles, cutting piles
- environmental conditions include:wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of piledriving equipment, their attachments, characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with piledriving equipment and their attachments |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to piledriving equipment and their attachments |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to piledriving equipment and their attachments |
| identify types of hammers and drills on piledriving equipment and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-22.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate piledriving equipment and their attachments |
identify tools and equipment relating to piledriving equipment operations and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to operate piledriving equipment and their attachments |
| identify types of piles and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe procedures used to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot piledriving equipment and their attachments |
| describe factors affecting crane operation |
| G-22.01.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to piledriving equipment |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to piledriving equipment |
Range of variables
- types of hammers and drills include: hammers (hydraulic, vibratory, air, diesel, drop), churn drill
- piles includes: steel, concrete, wood, H-beam, pipe, sheet
- factors include: ballast conditions, spud operation, ground conditions, environmental conditions
G-22.02-Performs duty cycle operations
G-22.02-Performs duty cycle operations
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| G-22.02.01P |
manipulate functions |
functions are manipulated using hand-foot-eye coordination according to type of duty cycle operation |
| G-22.02.02P |
control load |
load is controlled to minimize side loading and to control swing out |
| G-22.02.03P |
de-rate crane |
crane is de-rated by reducing crane chart capacities according to manufacturers’ specifications for duty cycle operations |
| G-22.02.04P |
monitor for changes in environmental conditions during duty cycle operations |
changes in environmental conditions are monitored during duty cycle operations and operations are stopped if unsafe conditions exist |
| G-22.02.05P |
monitor rigging and crane conditions during duty cycle operations |
conditions are monitored and adjustments are made according to changing conditions |
| G-22.02.06P |
control load while changing radius |
load is controlled while changing radius using hoist and boom controls in combination according to changing site conditions |
Range of variables
- functions include: synchronizing drums to wind cable simultaneously, swinging boom, hoisting, changing radius
- types of duty cycle operation include: clamshell, dragline, aggregate buckets, magnet, wrecking ball, high volume steel erection
- environmental conditions include:wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
- conditions include: fluid levels and temperatures, proper winch spooling, hoist cable condition, brake and clutch adjustments
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of duty cycle operations, their characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with duty cycle operations |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to duty cycle operations |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to duty cycle operations |
| identify types of duty cycle operations and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-22.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to perform duty cycle operations |
identify tools and equipment relating to duty cycle operations and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to perform duty cycle operations |
| describe crane setup and configuration requirements for duty cycle operations |
| identify duty cycle attachments and describe their characteristics and applications |
| describe factors affecting crane operations |
| G-22.02.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to duty cycle operations |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to duty cycle operations |
Range of variables
- types of duty cycle operation include: clamshell, dragline, aggregate buckets, magnet, wrecking ball, high volume steel erection
- duty cycle attachments include: wrecking balls, magnets, grapples, clamshell, dragline and aggregate buckets
- factors include: ballast conditions, spud operation, unsafe conditions, ground conditions, type of hoist rope, type of lattice boom (tubular, angle)
G-22.03-Operates cranes on floating platforms
G-22.03-Operates cranes on floating platforms
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| G-22.03.01P |
verify floating platform selected is suitable for crane |
floating platform selected is suitable for crane |
| G-22.03.02P |
consult floating platform load charts |
floating platform load charts are consulted |
| G-22.03.03P |
load crane on floating platform |
crane is loaded on floating platform according to vessel requirements and specifications, and in collaboration with vessel operator |
| G-22.03.04P |
secure crane and boom to floating platform |
crane and boom are secured to floating platform according to standards and regulations, and in collaboration with vessel operator |
| G-22.03.05P |
monitor for changes in environmental conditions during floating platform operations |
changes in environmental conditions are monitored during floating platform operations and operations are stopped if unsafe conditions exist |
| G-22.03.06P |
monitor level and implement measures |
level is monitored and measures are implemented to compensate for trim and list according to floating platform load charts |
| G-22.03.07P |
secure crane for transport on floating platform |
crane is secured for transport on floating platform taking into consideration overhead and surrounding obstructions, and water conditions |
Range of variables
- floating platforms include: barges, derricks
- environmental conditions include: currents, tides, waves, spray, fog, wind, rain, snow, lightning, frost, temperature, swell
- measures include: having vessel operator adjust ballast, performing lift more slowly
Knowledge
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Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.03.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of crane on floating platform operations, their characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with crane on floating platform operations |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to crane on floating platform operations |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to crane hn floating platform operations |
| G-22.03.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to operate crane on floating platform |
identify tools and equipment used to operate crane on floating platform and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe crane setup and configuration requirements |
| describe procedures used to operate crane on floating platform |
| describe factors and environmental conditions affecting crane operation |
| describe considerations when working from a floating platform |
| describe change in weight when lifting in and out of water |
| describe procedures used to secure crane to floating platform for operation |
| describe procedures used to secure crane to floating platform for transport |
| G-22.03.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to crane on floating platform operations |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to crane on floating platform operations |
Range of variables
- floating platforms include: barges, derricks
- environmental conditions include: currents, tides, waves, spray, fog, wind, rain, snow, lightning, frost, temperature, swell
G-22.04-Performs multi-crane lifts
G-22.04-Performs multi-crane lifts
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| G-22.04.01P |
maintain constant communication with other crane operator(s) and lift supervisor |
constant communication with other crane operator(s) and lift supervisor is maintained |
| G-22.04.02P |
monitor for changes in environmental conditions during lift |
changes in environmental conditions are monitored during lift and lift is stopped when unsafe |
| G-22.04.03P |
stop lift during unsafe conditions |
lift is stopped until unsafe conditions are resolved |
| G-22.04.04P |
maintain planned load distribution between cranes |
planned load distribution is maintained between cranes according to lift plan |
| G-22.04.05P |
follow pre-determined lift sequence |
pre-determined lift sequence is followed according to lift plan |
Range of variables
- communication includes: radio, hand signals
- environmental conditions include:wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
- unsafe conditions include: miscommunication, mechanical problems, personnel in work areas, overload conditions, uncoordinated movement, shifting centre of gravity (rendering loads, who picks first and sets first), cranes of unequal capacity
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.04.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of multi-crane lift operations, their characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with multi-crane lift operations |
| identify hazards and describe unsafe conditions and safe work practices pertaining to multi-crane lift operations |
| interpret charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to multi-crane lift operations |
| G-22.04.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to perform multi-crane lifts |
identify tools and equipment relating to multi-crane lifts and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures used to perform multi-crane lifts |
| describe equalization and distribution of loading when more than two cranes are used |
| describe methods for maintaining a plumb load line during all phases of lift |
| describe crane setup and configuration requirements |
| describe importance of understanding capacities of cranes involved in lift |
| describe how one crane’s actions will affect others during a multi-crane lift |
| calculate load on each crane during multi-crane lift |
| describe communication involved in multi-crane lifts |
| G-22.04.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to multi-crane lift operations |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to multi-crane lift operations |
Range of variables
- unsafe conditions include: miscommunication, mechanical problems, personnel in work areas, overload conditions, uncoordinated movement, shifting centre of gravity (rendering loads, who picks first and sets first), cranes of unequal capacity
- safe work practices include: pre-lift planning, communication, load sharing
- charts, drawings and specifications include: lift plans, manufacturers’ specifications and instructions, permits, engineering drawings
- tools and equipment include: equalizer beam, triangle lifting device
- communication includes: radio, hand signals
G-22.05-Uses personnel hoisting equipment
G-22.05-Uses personnel hoisting equipment
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| G-22.05.01P |
verify engineer’s requirements for capacity and certification of suspended work platform |
engineer’s requirements for capacity and certification of suspended work platform are validated |
| G-22.05.02P |
attach personnel hoisting equipment |
personnel hoisting equipment is attached according to standards and regulations |
| G-22.05.03P |
review lift plan with all personnel involved in personnel hoisting |
lift plan is reviewed with all personnel involved according to jurisdictional regulations |
| G-22.05.04P |
perform trial lift |
trial lift is performed according to standards and regulations |
| G-22.05.05P |
verify crew involved wear fall arrest equipment and tie off |
crew involved wear fall arrest equipment and are tied off according to standards and regulations |
| G-22.05.06P |
monitor for changes in environmental conditions during lift |
changes in environmental conditions are monitored during lift and lift is stopped during unsafe conditions |
| G-22.05.07P |
stop lift during unsafe conditions |
lift is stopped during unsafe conditions |
Range of variables
- personnel hoisting equipment includes: fixed basket, suspended basket
- standards and regulations include: CSA Z150 standard; jurisdictional, site, company and manufacturers’ regulations
- lift plan includes: confirmation of fall arrest training, crane capacity/configuration, confirmation of trial lift, methods of communication, scope of work, list of personnel involved
- environmental conditions include: wind, rain, snow, lightning, hoar frost, temperature
- unsafe conditions include: poor communications, change in work scope, condition of hoist cable, poor lighting/visibility
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-22.05.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of personnel hoisting equipment, their characteristics and applications |
define terminology associated with personnel hoisting equipment |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to personnel hoisting equipment |
| describe information encompassed by lift plan |
| interpret crane load charts, drawings and specifications pertaining to personnel hoisting equipment |
| identify types of personnel hoisting equipment and describe their characteristics and applications |
| G-22.05.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures to use personnel hoisting equipment |
identify tools and equipment relating to personnel hoisting equipment and describe their applications and procedures for use |
| describe procedures to use personnel hoisting equipment |
| describe communication involved in using personnel hoisting equipment |
| describe procedures to rig personnel hoisting equipment |
| describe personnel hoisting equipment setup and configuration requirements |
| describe factors affecting personnel hoisting equipment operations |
| G-22.05.03L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to personnel hoisting equipment |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to personnel hoisting equipment |
Range of variables
- personnel hoisting equipment includes: fixed basket, suspended basket
- lift plan includes: confirmation of fall arrest training, crane capacity/configuration, confirmation of trial lift, methods of communication, scope of work, list of personnel involved
- communication includes: radio, hand signals
- standards and regulations include: CSA Z150 standard; jurisdictional, site, company and manufacturers’ regulations
Task G-23 Secures crane
Task descriptor
Mobile crane operators must secure the crane during short term and long term shutdowns. Short term shut downs are those when the crane is unattended during normal operations through the day. Long term shut downs are overnight or longer.
G-23.01-Secures crane for short term
G-23.01-Secures crane for short term
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| G-23.01.01P |
lower load to ground |
load is lowered to ground |
| G-23.01.02P |
position boom |
boom is positioned in a safe location according to site conditions |
| G-23.01.03P |
engage swing brakes, and hoist brakes and dogs/pawls |
swing brakes, and hoist brakes and dogs/pawls are engaged according to manufacturers’ specifications and site policies |
| G-23.01.04P |
shut off engine and master switches |
engine and master switches are shut off according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies |
| G-23.01.05P |
remove key and lock doors |
key is removed and doors are locked according to company policies |
Range of variables
- site conditions include: work and stop radius, working range obstructions, environmental conditions, empty hook
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-23.01.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to secure crane for short term |
define terminology associated with securing cranes |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to securing cranes |
| describe procedures used to secure cranes before leaving them unattended for short term |
| G-23.01.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to securing of cranes |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to securing of cranes |
G-23.02-Secures crane for long term
G-23.02-Secures crane for long term
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| G-23.02.01P |
lower load to ground and disconnect from hook block/ball |
load is lowered to ground and disconnected from hook block/ball |
| G-23.02.02P |
position crane |
crane is positioned according to site and environmental conditions |
| G-23.02.03P |
position boom away from structures |
boom is positioned away from structures |
| G-23.02.04P |
engage swing brakes, and hoist brakes and dogs/pawls |
swing brakes, and hoist brakes and dogs/pawls are engaged according to manufacturers’ specifications and company policies |
| G-23.02.05P |
lower and retract boom and attachments |
boom and attachments are lowered and retracted according to manufacturers’ specifications |
| G-23.02.06P |
block equipment |
equipment is blocked to prevent freezing to ground according to environmental conditions |
| G-23.02.07P |
block boom |
boom is blocked according to ground conditions |
| G-23.02.08P |
shut off engine and master switches |
engine and master switches are shut off |
| G-23.02.09P |
remove key and lock doors |
key is removed and doors are locked according to company policies |
| G-23.02.10P |
remove ladders and steps |
ladders and steps are removed to restrict access |
| G-23.02.11P |
erect barriers around crane |
barriers are erected around crane according to site and company policies |
Range of variables
- barriers include: barricade tape, pylons, concrete barriers, wood barricades, site entrance gates
Knowledge
| Reference Code |
Learning Outcomes |
Learning Objectives |
| G-23.02.01L |
demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to secure crane for long term |
define terminology associated with securing cranes for long term |
| identify hazards and describe safe work practices pertaining to securing cranes for long term |
| describe procedures used to secure cranes before leaving them unattended for long term |
| G-23.02.02L |
demonstrate knowledge of regulatory requirements pertaining to securing of cranes for long term |
identify standards and regulations pertaining to securing of cranes for long term |