If you use picker trucks in Alberta primarily, it also applies to other provinces, there are 3 things you need to know about the rules and training required to stay safe and legal. Whether you run an oil and gas maintenance company or a fleet of picker trucks, our picker training can help you avoid fines, reduce the probability of accidents, and delays. Here’s what you need to know about picker truck operator certification. What Does the Law Say About Picker Truck Training? In Alberta, operators of picker trucks need proper training to meet safety laws. These laws include: OHS Code Section 6: This rule says all lifting devices, cranes, and hoists must be operated safely. CSA Z150.3 R2022: This
What Defines Critical Lift with a Crane?
What Defines a Critical Lift with a Crane? When it comes to crane operations, safety is of utmost importance. One key aspect of crane safety is understanding what constitutes a critical lift. In this blog post, we will explore what defines a critical lift with a knuckle boom crane and the precautions that need to be taken. Understanding Critical Lifts… A critical lift refers to a rigging activity that requires planning and additional safety measures to minimize the risk of crane failure or accidents [1]. It typically involves lifts that exceed certain thresholds in terms of load capacity, lift configuration, or proximity to hazardous areas. Load Capacity Thresholds Different sources provide varying percentages for load capacity thresholds that define a
The Importance of Proper Equipment Operator Safety Training: Ensuring Compliance and Efficiency
Discover the necessity of equipment operator safety training for cranes lifting over 2000kg. Explore the benefits of picker training and certification in Alberta, including light duty crane training and 1-day light crane certification. Proper equipment operator safety training is crucial for cranes lifting over 2000kg to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Picker training and certification in Alberta provides operators with the necessary skills and knowledge to operate light duty cranes safely. Light duty crane training programs offer efficient and comprehensive training in just one day, leading to light crane certification and improved job performance Introduction When it comes to operating heavy machinery, safety should always be a top priority. In industries where cranes are used to lift loads weighing over
Coil Tubing Crane Operator Training
If you operate a #CoilTubing unit and are looking to get your operators certified in Alberta, look no farther than our on-site picker safety training and certification. We come to your shop and put on our one-day picker program so that your operators will obtain the most current standards set out by CSA as well as Provincial OHS standards. The morning theory session will be 4 hours in length and there is an exam at the end of the morning session. We then typically bread for 45-minutes for lunch and immediately afterwards the practical evaluation will begin. Typically there is not a lot of room on a coil tubing unit for full use of the boom but we make it
Crane Stability – Why it’s Often Misunderstood by Inexperience
Crane Stability is a critical aspect of safe lifting operations and inexperienced operators on light duty cranes (cranes that don’t require a trade operator at the controls), often misjudge the weight and factors at play on the smaller picker trucks. It’s generally misunderstood by inexperience in operators. Ensuring the stability of a crane during a lift helps prevent accidents and protects workers, equipment, and materials. Here are a few key reasons why proper crane stability is so important: Stabilizers are often referred to as outriggers and while I won’t split hairs at all, most don’t really understand the diffrernce between stabilizers and outriggers, let me quickly define them: Stabilizers – are typically installed on smaller cranes, knuckle booms, service cranes,