Course details
Sideboom Operator
This online Sideboom Operator course (safety theory training) is designed to help you become a competent entry-level operator who understands and practices industry safety standards when operating a hydraulic sideboom.
Course Overview
Sidebooms are heavy pieces of equipment and are built for the unique task of carrying and laying pipe, often in tandem with other sidebooms. Without proper training in the specifics of sideboom operation, novice operators may find themselves in hazardous situations.
This online Sideboom Operator course (safety theory training) is designed to help you become a competent entry-level operator who understands and practices industry safety standards when operating a hydraulic sideboom. This course presents essential theory that must be supported by comprehensive hands-on training, competency testing, and review of applicable legislation before sideboom operation is undertaken.
Topics Covered
- The major parts of a sideboom and their functions
- The attributes of a good operator
- The differences between types of sideboom inspections
- Proper start-up procedures
- Sideboom hand signals
- Strategies for safely working on slopes
- Proper shutdown procedures for normal and emergency situations
- Common sideboom hazards
- Hoisting and rigging equipment
- Centre of gravity
- Load weight calculations
- Load charts
- Field Level Hazard Assessments
- Safe work practice forms
This course takes approximately 120 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
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