The aim of the CPCS A60 Mobile Crane course is to provide candidates with underpinning knowledge in order for them to understand the role and responsibility of the mobile crane operator. Upon successful completion of the course candidates will be able to rig and de-rig an all types of Terrain crane, operate the crane to lift, transfer & position loads and carry out routine maintenance. The course covers generally covers: • Legislation – LOLER, PUWER, HASAWA, codes of practice – BS7121 • Roles and responsibilities of personnel involved with lifting operations • Crane appreciation – crane types, capabilities and limitations • Duty charts • Crane terminology • Documentation and certification for lifting equipment and lifting accessories • Crane stability/ground conditions • Rated Capacity Indicator (RCI) and Safe Working Loads (SWL) • Lifting accessories, types of accessories and use • Sling angles • Communications (Radio, verbal and hand signals etc) • Rigging and De-rigging of cranes according to written instructions • Configuring cranes according to work specifications • Hoisting, slewing and derricking following the instruction of the slinger/signaller • Controlling load movement • Routine maintenance • Use of crane on free on wheels duties • Use of crane on pick and carry duties