Certified Crane Signal & Safety: Online Hand Signals Training Course
Certified Crane Signal & Safety: Online Hand Signals Training Course
Crane Signal & Safety Training provides workers, supervisors, and crane crew members with the essential knowledge required to serve as qualified crane signal persons. Clear and accurate signaling is critical for safe crane operations, especially in construction, telecom, and industrial environments where visibility may be limited and communication errors can lead to serious incidents.
This course teaches standardized hand signals, communication protocols, hazard awareness, PPE requirements, and emergency procedures. Participants will also learn the responsibilities of a signal person under OSHA and industry standards, including how to coordinate with operators, manage risks, and maintain safe work zones. By the end of the course, learners will have the skills and confidence needed to effectively guide crane movements and ensure safe lifting operations.
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• Construction and telecom workers assisting with crane lifts
• Crew leaders, foremen, and supervisors involved in rigging operations
• Workers responsible for directing crane operators
• Safety officers overseeing lifting and hoisting activities
• Understand the critical role of crane signals in safe lifting operations
• Learn OSHA and industry regulatory requirements for signal persons
• Master standardized hand signals and communication methods
• Coordinate with crane operators using clear, consistent communication
• Identify hazards and apply safe work practices during crane operations
• Use PPE correctly and maintain safe work zones
• Respond to emergencies and unexpected situations efficiently
• Module 1: Introduction to Crane Signals
– Importance of Crane Signals
– Legal and Regulatory Requirements
– Responsibilities of a Signal Person
• Module 2: Crane Signals and Hand Signals
– Standard Hand Signals
– Different Methods of Communication Between Crane and Signal Person
– Module Quiz
• Module 3: Communication and Coordination
– Communication Protocols
– Pre-Job Meeting
– Emergency Procedures
• Module 4: Safety Considerations
– Hazard Identification
– Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
– Safe Work Practices
• Module 5: Final Assessment
– Final Assessment
– Certification
• Enroll today — your certificate will be available immediately after completing the course
• Access the training from any device with an internet connection
• Gain the skills to communicate effectively, manage risks, and ensure crane operation safety on any job site
