Specialised Plant and Machinery Operations
It is important that the instructors/trainers/assessors read all the information provided in the Guidance Notes prior to commencing any instruction, training and/or assessment.
Training Outcomes
A module credit will be awarded to the candidate for the successful completion of this module. Instruction, training and/or assessment of mandatory modules MOD 1 and MOD 2 must be undertaken and the CITB Health and Safety Test must be successfully completed (after appropriate training) for the issue of the Specialised Plant and Machinery Operations Intermediate Certificate for Mobile Crane.
CITB A60 Mobile Crane
- Blocked duties (Endorsement A)
- Pick and carry duties (Endorsement B)
- All duties (Endorsement C)
CITB A60 Mobile Crane Operator Training
To successfully complete this module, the trainee with a mobile crane must be able to:
- Identify the basic construction, purpose and function of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges.
- Identify and comply with manufacturers instructions in accordance with the operators handbook, other information sources, i.e. duties charts, and applicable legislation.
- Carry out all pre-use and running checks.
- Explain all relevant documentation.
- Configure the crane for road travel.
- Manoeuvre the crane to the site of operations.
- Set up the crane in order to lift various loads, from minimum to maximum radius, using full slewing capabilities of the machine, with and without using outriggers (dependent upon machine type).
- Fit a lattice type extension or fly jib in order to lift various loads.
- Set the Rated Capacity Indicator and/or Load Radius Indicator.
- Lift loads at varying radii.
- Recognise and respond to given signals or instructions.
- Place loads accurately.
- Control load swings.
- Travel with a suspended load (dependent upon machine type).
- Explain precautions to be taken for overhead services and other hazards.
- Keep within safe working parameters.
- Place the crane in an out-of-service condition.
Training Syllabus
It is recommended that mandatory modules MOD 1 and MOD 2 be completed before delivery of this module. As stated in the Guidance Notes, instructors/trainers/assessors are encouraged to integrate subjects from each module in the development of programmes for candidates with little or no experience.
| Subject | References | |
|---|---|---|
| MOD 1 | Introduction to the Industry: 1. Construction industry structure. 2. The role of the plant operator. 3. Finding and using information relevant to a specific task. 4. Construction registration schemes. 5. Qualifications and continuous professional development. 6. Trained Operator Achievement Test. | Manufacturers instructions, machine handbooks, test and thorough examination certificates. Awarding Body and scheme handouts. Qualification literature. |
| MOD 2 | Site Safety Awareness: 1. Principles and aims of health and safety at work. 2. Employee’s duties and responsibilities under law. 3. Safety signs. 4. Dealing with hazards. 5. Accident prevention and control. 6. Selection and use of personal protective equipment. 7. Handling plant-related harmful substances. 8. Trained Operator Achievement Test. | Current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and Government body guidance. |
| CITB A60 | Mobile Crane: 1. Basic construction, names of components and the purpose and use of all controls and gauges. 2. Use of the operators handbook, other information sources, Approved Codes of Practice and legislative documents. 3. Pre-use checks, start, running checks and close-down procedure. 4. Configuring the crane for site and road travel. 5. Operator documentation, certificates, method statements, lift plans, duties charts etc. 6. How to use the Rated Capacity Indicator. 7. Manoeuvring the crane progressing to confined spaces. 8. Crane configurations and set up. 9. Lifting accessories. 10. Lifting loads. 11. Responding to signals and instructions. 12. Travelling with suspended loads (pick and carry only). 13. Placing loads accurately. 14. Controlling load swings. 15. Changing the number of falls of rope on a hook block and terminal fittings. 16. Precautions and actions for overhead services and other hazards. 17. How to stay within safe working parameters. 18. Placing the crane in an out-of-service condition. 19. Loading and unloading procedures on and off a transporter. 20. Rigging and de-rigging procedures for the lattice type extension or fly jib. 21. Trained Operator Achievement Test. | Manufacturers instructions, machine handbooks, test and thorough examination certificates. Current legislation, Approved Codes of Practice and Government body guidance. |
