GWO Crane and Hoist Basic User (CHBU) Training

The Module

Training overview

The Basic User module prepares personnel to carry out pre-planned basic lifting operations safely, working to a lift plan and manufacturer manuals, with substantial practical time devoted to inspection and lifting exercises.

This module forms part of GWO Crane and Hoist Training.

What this module covers

• Safety instructions and emergency procedures
• Roles, responsibilities and legislation overview
• Lifting plans and risk assessments
• Mechanical, chemical, hydraulic and electrical hazards
• Crane and hoist types — davit, boom, telescopic, knuckle
• Hoisting systems — chain, wire, rope
• Lifting accessories and main components
• Pre-use inspection procedures

Practical training

• Pre-use inspections and pre-lifting tasks (180 minutes)
• Warm-up exercises and lifting operations (270 minutes)
• Dropped object prevention technique
• Load positioning and control
• Applying emergency procedures

Competencies

• Safely operate fixed cranes and hoists following manufacturer manuals
• Identify hazards and apply lifting plans
• Conduct pre-use inspections
• Take responsibility for following safety and emergency procedures

Safety and risk awareness

• Dropped objects including tools, phones and pocket items
• Hydraulic injection and pressure exposure
• Load failure and swing hazards

Learning objectives

• Take responsibility for safe engagement with lifting operations
• Name the emergency procedures and apply relevant safety practice
• Explain lifting plans to colleagues and apply them
• Distinguish crane types and identify major components
• Mitigate mechanical, hydraulic and electrical hazards