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Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety in Industrial Settings Training Course

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This training identifies the types, uses, and safety requirements for using cranes and hoists in industrial settings.

20 minutes   |   SKU: AT199    |    Language(s): EN / ES / FR    |    Produced 2025

SKU:

AT199

Language(s):

EN / ES / FR

Updated:

2025

Length

20 minutes

Training Objectives

Identify common types of overhead cranes
Identify OSHA requirements for crane inspection and maintenance
Describe how to use overhead cranes to lift and move loads safely
Understand how to safely use equipment to move a load
Understand the requirements to become a crane operator

Course Overview

Moving things around a warehouse or factory can be labor-intensive, tedious, and just plain hard at times. Luckily, using overhead cranes can make these tasks much easier and faster! In this training, you will learn about the different types of overhead cranes used in industrial settings, how to use them safely, and what it takes to be a crane operator. Overhead cranes are an important piece of equipment when used correctly and safely!

There are four main types of overhead cranes used in industrial settings: gantry cranes, jib cranes, bridge cranes, and monorail cranes. Each one comes with its own benefits and uses. For example, monorail cranes are perfect for areas with limited floor space where items have to be moved to various locations, whereas jib cranes are commonly used for jobs requiring repetitive movements, like an assembly line. Choosing the right crane for the job is an important first step!

As with anything, there are safety precautions that need to be taken when using any type of overhead crane. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) defines overhead and gantry crane regulations in 29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart N, standard 1910.179. Here, guidelines on general safety, like the use of footwalks and ladders around cranes, brakes, and electrical equipment, are outlined. In addition, overhead cranes must adhere to specific inspection schedules depending on their components and frequency of use. For example, frequent inspections must take place in daily to monthly intervals, whereas periodic inspections are in 1 to 12-month intervals. Keeping up with OSHA's safety requirements, inspection, and maintenance guidelines helps keep everyone working in and around overhead cranes safe.

This course will help you identify the right overhead crane to use and provide information on how to use it safely. Overhead cranes can make certain tasks easier, but only when used correctly. Taking the time to learn how to do this now can protect you from accidents and injuries in the future!

This program is available with Spanish and French closed captions.

Compliance Standards & Regulations

This course references the standards and regulations listed below.

29 CFR Part 1910 Subpart N standard 1910.179

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What types of cranes are covered under OSHA standard 1910.179?


OSHA standard 1910.179 applies specifically to overhead and gantry cranes, including top-running and under-running bridge cranes, single-girder and double-girder cranes, and wall cranes, excluding locomotive and crawler cranes.


What are the requirements for crane operators?


Only designated, trained, and qualified persons are allowed to operate cranes. Operators must understand safe operating practices, equipment limitations, and load handling procedures as specified in the regulation.


Are there specific electrical standards for cranes under OSHA standard 1910.179?


Yes. Electrical components must comply with Subpart S of 29 CFR 1910. Pendant pushbuttons must not exceed 150 volts AC or 300 volts DC, and control circuits should not exceed 600 volts. Pushbutton stations must be properly supported and protected.


Is documentation required for crane inspections and maintenance?


Yes, inspection records of periodic inspections must be kept and be available to appointed personnel. These records should include the date of inspection, the signature of the inspector, and the identified deficiencies.


What happens if a crane is found to be unsafe during inspection?


If a crane is found to be unsafe or defective, it must be taken out of service immediately and not returned to operation until the unsafe conditions have been corrected.


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