Nationally Recognised Training
Operate
Overhead Crane
1–2 Days
2-Year Renewal
No Prerequisites
Manufacturing & Warehousing
2
1–2 Days
2 yrs
RII / TLI
ABOUT THIS COURSE
Operate Gantry or Overhead Crane combines RIIHAN305D Operate gantry or overhead crane with RIIHAN203E Conduct lifting operations — equipping workers to safely operate pendant-controlled overhead cranes and direct the lifts they perform.
This course covers pendant-controlled gantry and overhead cranes commonly found in manufacturing, warehouse and industrial environments. It does not cover cabin-operated cranes, which require a Crane Operator High Risk Work Licence (CN, CV, CO, CT or C2/C6).
The combined RIIHAN305D + RIIHAN203E pathway is the standard for workers who both operate the crane and direct lifting operations on the floor — a common requirement in fabrication shops, warehouses and machinery handling.
Units of Competency
What’s Included
Your Statement of Attainment will cover the following nationally recognised unit:
What You Will Learn
Course Content
- Crane types — gantry, overhead bridge, monorail and jib cranes
- Pendant control vs cabin operation — scope of this qualification
- Pre-operational inspection of cranes and lifting gear
- Working Load Limit (WLL) and Safe Working Load (SWL) — applying ratings
- Lifting gear — chains, slings, shackles, hooks and lifting beams
- Sling angles and load capacity — 60°, 90° and 120° configurations
- Slinging techniques — basket, choker, vertical and bridle hitches
- Load assessment — weight, centre of gravity and lift path
- Pre-lift planning — exclusion zones, communication and signals
- Approved hand signals for crane operators
- Two-way radio communication during lifts
- Safe operation — controls, speed, swing prevention and load placement
- Tag line use for load control
- Working near powerlines, structures and personnel
- Emergency procedures — load drop, runaway, power failure and rescue
- Post-operational checks and logbook entries
Assessment
How You’ll Be Assessed
Practical Performance Tasks
Written Assessment
Who Should Attend
Is This Course Right for You?
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Manufacturing workers operating overhead and gantry cranes
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Warehouse and logistics personnel using overhead lifting equipment
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Steel fabrication and metal trades workers
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Maintenance personnel operating workshop cranes
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Foundry, heavy machinery and engineering workshop workers
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Anyone required to operate pendant-controlled cranes as part of their role
Course Details
Entry Requirements
- No formal prerequisites — open to all
- Minimum 16 years of age recommended
- Physical capacity to operate pendant controls and direct lifts
- Sufficient literacy to read crane logbooks, lift plans and equipment ratings
- Appropriate workwear — long sleeve shirt, long pants, closed-in safety boots
- Valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) required for certification
USI Required
Ready to Book?
Group bookings available — we come to you, or you come to us.
How We Deliver
Flexible Training Options
We come to you, or you come to us.
Face-to-Face
Full day — minimum contact time as per unit
All theory, practical training and assessment completed in a single session with your trainer.
Blended Learning
Reduced face-to-face — theory completed online
Complete theory at your own pace online, then attend a practical skills and assessment session.
Workplace / Onsite
We come to you – any format
We deliver at your workplace. Ideal for groups – custom scheduling including outside business hours.