Excavator Crane

Course Information

Pre-requisites

1. Must be a minimum age of 18.
2. Most hold valid sentinel track Safety Card endorsed with PTS.
3. Must meet medical requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L2/OHS/00124 Medical Fitness Level 1.
4. Must have a good level of literacy to meet Entry Qualifications.
5. Must Meet the requiremments of Network Rail Standard NR/L1/OHS/051 (Drugs & Alcohol).
6. Must hold Machine Operator - Excavator Crane Competence.

Primary Objectives

At the end of the training the delegate will be able to:

• Describe how the Excavator Crane is designed to function under normal operating conditions.
• Describe what equipment calibration certificates and checks are required to comply with the relevant rules and regulations
• Describe what preparatory checks need to be completed on the machine including;
  • Pre-start checks/maintenance are complete/documented
  • Machine/Crane Controller’s checklist is completed
• Describe the checks need to be completed on lifting accessories prior to use.
• Briefly describe the main functions of all relevant controls available to the Driver/Operator.
• Avoid the Excavator Crane being placed in an unstable condition.
• Demonstrate their ability to read a work / Lift plan and communicate its content effectively.
• Correctly attach and use the lifting accessories to ensure a safe lift
• Control the movement of the Excavator Crane taking into account:
  • Condition of the track
  • Cant
  • Gradient
  • Load height & Radius
  • Machine Sectors
• Describe what information needs to be given to the Driver/Operator and how to confirm the Driver/Operator understands the extent of the movement / lift.