Hard Skills
IntermediateLoad Chart InterpretationThe capacity to read and apply manufacturer-specific load charts to calculate crane lifting limits based on boom length, angle, and radius.
Entry-levelCrane Rigging and SecurementSelecting and attaching appropriate hardware, such as slings and shackles, to ensure a load is balanced and safely fastened for transport.
Entry-levelStandard Hand SignalingProficiency in the standardized system of hand gestures used to direct crane movements when the operator's view is obstructed.
Entry-levelEquipment Maintenance and InspectionConducting pre-operational checks on hydraulics, engines, cables, and structural components to identify wear or potential failure.