This course consists of a 4-hour classroom setting and continued 4-hour practical application of capstan hoist operation. This course includes a PPT presentation, handout for review and study, hands on material of PPE and practical skills application. It also includes a written exam on the materials learned during the 4 hours of classroom training and a practical evaluation.
Certification Duration: 24 months (2 years)
Capstan Hoist Operator Training Program Outline
Objectives:
- Define a capstan hoist and features
- Understand anchorages, blocks, ropes and usage
- Ability to properly inspection of a hoist
- Calculating load weight and limitations
- Perform a lift safely
Classroom:
- Lesson 1: Capstan Hoist Definition
- Lesson 2: Overloading
- Lesson 3: Communication
- Lesson 4: Inspections
- Lesson 5: Danger Zones
- Lesson 6: Controls
- Lesson 7: Wrapping the drum
- Lesson 8: Additional Safety
Evaluated items include the following:
- Set up and alignment of hoist and truck
- Comprehension of load chart and hoist limitations
- Operation of hoist during lifts
- Securing a suspended load
- Communication establishment and execution
- Hazard recognition and mitigation
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