Introduction to Mobile Crane Planning

• Construction workers and riggers involved in lifting operations
• Site supervisors, foremen, and safety officers overseeing crane work
• Crane operators in training or entry-level crane personnel
• Project managers, planners, and lift coordinators
• Anyone responsible for evaluating site conditions or planning crane use

• Understand the fundamentals of mobile crane operations and lift planning
• Read, interpret, and apply mobile crane load charts correctly
• Identify jobsite hazards and plan safe crane placement
• Evaluate ground conditions, obstructions, and clearance requirements
• Recognize OSHA and ANSI/ASME regulatory compliance for crane operations
• Develop safe lift plans and risk reduction strategies
• Understand basic rigging concepts as they apply to mobile cranes
• Apply proper communication and signaling procedures during lifts

• Module 1: Basics of Mobile Cranes
– What Is a Mobile Crane?
– Mobile Crane Terminology
– Roles and Responsibilities in Crane Operations

• Module 2: Site Assessment and Preparation
– Understanding the Work Site
– Ground Conditions and Support Requirements
– Clearances and Obstructions

• Module 3: Crane Selection and Configuration
– Choosing the Right Crane for the Job
– Crane Charts and Load Ratings
– Boom, Jib, and Counterweight Setup

• Module 4: Load Planning
– Determining Load Weight and Center of Gravity
– Calculating Lift Radius and Boom Angle
– Rigging Basics for Mobile Cranes

• Module 5: Lift Planning Process
– Creating a Lift Plan
– Communication and Signaling
– Special Lifts (critical lifts, tandem lifts, confined space lifts)

• Module 6: Safety and Compliance
– Regulatory Requirements (OSHA, ANSI/ASME)
– Weather and Environmental Considerations
– Emergency Procedures and Incident Response

• Module 7: Review and Assessment
– Summary of Key Concepts
– Final Assessment Test
– Certification

• Enroll today — your certificate will be available immediately after completing the course
• Study anytime from any device with an internet connection
• Gain essential knowledge for safe and compliant mobile crane planning in accordance with OSHA and ANSI/ASME standards