Part 1: Pecco SK180 Crane Operator Orientation

Part 1: Pecco SK180 Tower Crane Operator Orientation

Welcome to the Pecco SK180 Tower Crane Operator Orientation. This orientation is designed to ensure you are familiar with the controls, resources, and safety procedures required for the safe and efficient operation of the Pecco SK180 on-site. We will cover key topics such as using the Two Pillars app, accessing the crane manual, conducting inspections, understanding load charts and lift plans, and following communication and shutdown procedures.

This orientation will also guide you in accessing critical documents, including site-specific procedures and WorkSafeBC regulations, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

At the end of each section, there will be a quiz to test your understanding, followed by a practical assessment and final exam. If at any point you need clarification, feel free to ask questions. This session ensures you have the foundational knowledge necessary for safe crane operation.

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Years of Tower Crane Experience*
Crane*
Operator Certification*

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Part 1: Two Pillars App

In this section, we will confirm that you know how to navigate the Two Pillars app to access critical crane-related documents, including the crane manual, inspection forms, and maintenance schedules. You’ll need to demonstrate that you can quickly locate this information by scanning the QR code in the crane cab.
The Two Pillars Construction app is your central tool for accessing all crane-related information. It provides everything you need to ensure safe and efficient crane operation.

Through the app, you can:
- Access crane-specific details, including engineering data, anti-collision system information, and the digital crane binder.
- View and manage maintenance schedules, submit service logs, and track past maintenance records to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Complete log book entries for daily operations and inspections, keeping records up-to-date and easily accessible.
You can easily access the app by scanning the QR code located in the window of your crane cab with your phone or by using the site iPad. During the orientation, you’ll be shown how to navigate these features to ensure you can find all necessary information quickly. If you need assistance, your supervisor is available to help.
Do you understand how to use the app to access and log information?*

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Part 1: Quiz
1. How can you directly access the correct crane model’s information in the Two Pillars app?*
2. Where do you find the maintenance schedule for the crane in the app?*
3. How are inspections logged in the Two Pillars app?*
4. What is the purpose of scanning the QR code located in the crane cab?*
5. How do you record a service activity in the Two Pillars app?*

Part 2: Manufacturer Operating Manual: Understanding Where to Find Information

This section ensures that you know how to access and navigate the crane's operating manual. You will be asked to show that you can find key information such as capacity charts, load speeds, and emergency procedures in the manual, including locating the relevant datasheet for specific operational details.
The crane’s operating manual is an essential resource for operators, containing detailed instructions and safety guidelines for proper crane use. Understanding how to navigate the manual ensures that operators can reference critical information quickly and accurately. The manual includes vital details on load limits, wind speeds, operational controls, and emergency procedures.

Key areas of the manual that operators should be familiar with:

Load Capacity Information: Knowing how to find the crane’s load charts is critical for determining the maximum load at varying jib lengths and configurations. Operators must consult the manual to ensure that the crane is not overloaded at any point during operation.

Environmental Conditions: Operators should be aware of the environmental conditions that affect crane operation, including maximum wind speeds and temperature limitations. This information is typically found in sections detailing environmental safety guidelines, wind speed tolerances, and operational limits.

Crane Control Settings: The manual contains instructions on adjusting critical control settings, such as slew speeds, hoisting limits, and boom angles. Understanding how to locate this information is vital for adapting the crane to different site conditions and operational requirements.

Maintenance and Inspection Requirements: Operators must be able to reference the manual to find maintenance schedules, servicing requirements, and inspection procedures. Routine maintenance and inspections are crucial for ensuring the crane operates safely and efficiently.

Emergency Procedures: In case of a malfunction or emergency, operators need to know where to find the emergency shutdown procedures, troubleshooting steps, and contact information for technical support. This section of the manual is particularly important in high-risk situations.

Accessing the Manual in the App: Operators must know how to access the digital version of the manual through the Two Pillars app or by scanning the QR code in the crane cab. This ensures they have quick access to operational data and safety protocols directly on-site.

Familiarity with the crane’s operating manual helps ensure safe, efficient crane operation and compliance with site-specific and regulatory requirements.
WorksafeBC

As a crane operator, it's crucial to be familiar with the WorkSafeBC regulations that apply to crane and rigging operations. Here’s how to find these regulations:

Visit the WorkSafeBC Website: Go to www.worksafebc.com, which contains all the regulations and policies for workplace safety in British Columbia.

Navigate to the Regulation and Policy Section: Once on the website, click on the "Regulation and Policy" section, which provides access to all regulations related to occupational health and safety.

Search for Crane and Rigging Regulations: In the search bar, type "Part 14: Cranes and Hoists" of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation. This section contains detailed guidelines for crane operations, rigging, load handling, and inspection requirements.

Download and Review: The regulations can be viewed directly on the website or downloaded as a PDF for offline review. Make sure you are familiar with the sections applicable to your crane operations and safety protocols.
Do you understand how to navigate the manual and find the necessary information?*

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Part 2: Quiz
6. Where can you find the maximum capacity at a given jib length in the crane’s manual?*
7. Where can you find the maximum wind speed allowed for crane operation?*
8. Are there any temperature limitations for crane operation, and where can you find this information?*
9. Where is the crane's load speed information found in the manual?*
10. How do you navigate to the crane’s manual in the Two Pillars app?*

Part 3: Equipment Inspections and Maintenance

In this section, we will verify that you understand the daily, weekly, and monthly inspection requirements and know how to document your inspections and maintenance tasks. You will also need to show that you can access the crane’s maintenance schedule and properly log completed service records.
Pre-operation inspections are critical to ensuring the crane is safe to operate. The operator is responsible for conducting daily inspections every morning, as well as ensuring that weekly and monthly inspections are completed on time. Each inspection type focuses on different aspects of the crane to maintain operational safety.

Daily Inspections: These should be performed each morning, focusing on the crane’s safety systems, controls, load lines, and general operational readiness.

Weekly Inspections: These are more detailed and must include checks on mechanical components such as ropes, brakes, and bolts to ensure all critical parts are functioning properly.

Monthly Inspections: These involve a comprehensive check of the crane’s structural integrity, load-bearing systems, and other critical components.

All inspections must be logged in the TPC app using the "Log Book". Any issues found during inspections must be addressed immediately, or reported to a supervisor. No operation should begin if a critical system is malfunctioning.
Maintenance tasks are essential to keeping the crane in optimal working condition. Operators must follow the manufacturer’s maintenance schedule to ensure all mechanical, electrical, and safety systems are functioning correctly. This includes tasks like lubrication, brake checks, electrical inspections, and more.

Operators must ensure that maintenance tasks are completed at the intervals specified by the manufacturer. These tasks help prevent wear and tear and keep the crane in safe operating condition.
All completed maintenance must be logged in the TPC app under the "Crane Service" section, where operators can also track upcoming maintenance tasks.
If any issues arise during maintenance, they must be addressed before resuming crane operations. Proper maintenance helps prevent equipment failures and ensures the safety of all personnel.
Do you understand the inspection requirements and how to log inspections?*

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Do you understand the maintenance requirements and how to log service records?*

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Part 3: Quiz
11. Where do you document the results of the log book inspection?*
12. Are you required to sign the log book inspection?*
13. Who do you report to immediately when defects are found during inspection or operation?*
14. How often are chain bridle annual inspections due?*
15. How should synthetic slings be stored?*
16. During an inspection, if loose mast bolts are identified, what should you do?*
17. Aside from daily inspections, what other inspections are operators required?*
18. Who must have immediate access to all inspections for the crane?*
19. Who performs routine maintenance, and at what frequency?*
20. Can the crane be operated when maintenance is overdue?*

Part 4: Crane Functionality

This section ensures that you are familiar with the core controls and systems required to safely and effectively operate the crane. It is important that you understand how to use these systems and can refer to the crane manual, available in the app, for any additional information.
Understanding the functionality of the crane is crucial for safe and efficient operations. Operators must be familiar with how the crane's systems work, including controls, safety features, and movement capabilities. This section ensures operators can effectively operate the crane and respond to any potential issues during operation.

Key areas of crane functionality include:

Controls: Operators must have a thorough understanding of the crane's controls, including hoisting, slewing, trolley movement, and jib angle adjustments. Each control allows for precise movement and must be used in accordance with load charts and site conditions.

Safety Features: Familiarity with the crane’s safety systems, such as limit switches, the Deadman control, and the emergency stop button, is essential for preventing accidents. These features ensure that the crane operates within its design limits and can be stopped quickly in an emergency.

Crane Movements: Understanding the crane's movement capabilities, such as how it slews (rotates), trolleys, and hoists loads, is key to positioning loads safely.

Crane Load Management: Operators must understand how the crane manages loads, including how load charts correspond to different jib lengths and operational conditions. Familiarity with the crane’s load moment indicator (LMI) and other load-limiting devices is necessary to avoid overloading the crane.

Pre-Operation Checks: Before using the crane, operators must perform functionality checks on the controls, safety systems, and movement mechanisms to ensure everything is operating as expected. Any irregularities must be addressed before commencing lifting activities.
Limit testing

Limit testing is conducted to verify that all safety devices and operational limits are functioning as designed, ensuring safe crane operation. These tests are performed at the frequency outlined in the manufacturer’s instructions for each specific model of crane.

General Functions Test
Verifies that essential safety controls, such as emergency stops and the Deadman control, are functioning properly to prevent unintended crane operation.

Trolley Limit Test
Confirms that the trolley operates within its designed limits, slowing and stopping at safe distances from the bumpers, and that the trolley’s brakes are working correctly.

Height Limit Test
Ensures that the crane hoist stops before exceeding maximum or minimum height limits and verifies that hoist speeds and brakes are functioning as required.

Slewing Function Test
Tests the crane’s ability to slew within safe speed ranges, ensuring that brakes and, if applicable, the Eddie brake function correctly when the crane stops.

Line Pull Limit Test
Verifies that the crane’s hoist system can safely handle loads within its rated capacity by using test blocks to simulate load conditions.

Trolley Moment Limit Test
Confirms that the trolley does not exceed the moment limits defined in the Erection Report, ensuring safe load distribution and stability.

Hoist Moment Limit Test
Ensures that the crane’s hoist moment limit is functioning properly by testing with defined blocks and radius settings, as specified in the Erection Report.
Do you understand the purpose and operation of the crane’s controls and the required limit tests, including hoist, trolley, slew, and line pull limits?*

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Part 4: Quiz
21. Which control allows the operator to adjust the trolley movement along the jib?*
22. How do you engage the joystick?*
23. How do you switch from a 2-part to a 4-part line configuration?*
24. Which system helps the crane manage load limits and prevent overloading?*
25. What must be checked before crane operations begin to ensure proper functionality?*
26. What is the purpose of the Height Limit Test?*
27. What does the Line Pull Limit Test verify?*
28. Why is the Trolley Limit Test important?*

Part 5: Lift Plans, Load Charts, and Critical Lifts

This section ensures that you are able to accurately interpret load charts and follow lift plans to safely operate the crane within its limits. Load charts provide critical information about the crane’s capacity, while lift plans outline the specific parameters of each lift. It’s essential to know how to use both in order to maintain safety and efficiency during operations. You can access the load charts and lift plans in the crane manual, available in the app.
Understanding lift plans, load charts, and the criteria for critical lifts is essential for crane operators to safely manage loads and ensure proper crane performance. Lift plans provide a comprehensive outline of how a load will be lifted, while load charts indicate the crane’s safe lifting limits based on its configuration. In specific cases, critical lifts require extra care, detailed planning, and strict safety protocols.

Load Charts
Load charts provide detailed information about the crane’s maximum lifting capacity based on various factors. Operators must understand the following key components when calculating safe lifting capacities:

Jib length: Longer jibs reduce the crane’s lifting capacity at a given radius.
Boom angle: The angle of the boom affects how much weight the crane can safely lift.
Load radius: As the distance between the crane and the load increases, the crane’s lifting capacity decreases.
Counterweight configuration: The arrangement and amount of counterweight on the crane affect its stability and lifting power.
Operators are responsible for calculating the appropriate load limits for each lift by referencing the crane’s load charts and considering factors like jib length, radius, and boom angle.

Lift Plans
Lift plans are essential for ensuring safe and efficient lifts. They detail the specific steps, equipment, and conditions necessary for each lift. Lift plans often include:

Rigging details: The type of rigging equipment to be used, including slings, shackles, and chains, and how the load should be attached to the crane.
Load weight: Accurate calculations of the load’s weight to ensure it is within the crane’s safe lifting capacity.
Environmental factors: Consideration of wind speed, temperature, and ground conditions to ensure safe operation.
Crane positioning and load path: Diagrams showing how the crane and the load should be positioned, ensuring that clearances are maintained to prevent accidents.
Communication protocols: Clear guidelines for communication between the operator, riggers, and other personnel during the lift.

Lift plans are not step-by-step instructions but rather detailed overviews that guide the lifting operation, ensuring that all factors are accounted for and all personnel understand their responsibilities.
Critical Lifts
A critical lift involves higher risks and requires additional planning and safety measures. According to the criteria you provided, a critical lift is defined by the following factors:
- Lifting more than 90% of the crane’s rated capacity at a load radius greater than 50% of the crane’s maximum permitted load radius.
- Tandem lifts, where the load on any one crane exceeds 75% of its rated capacity, or any lift involving more than two cranes.
- Lifting personnel in a work platform suspended from or attached to a crane.
- Lifts where the center of gravity shifts during the lift.
- Lifts where the length of one or more sling legs changes during the lift.
- Lifting using a crane or hoist supported on a floating base that exceeds 90% of the rated capacity for the lifting system.
- Lifting over or between energized high voltage electrical conductors.
- Lifting submerged loads.
For any critical lift, a detailed lift plan must be created, and the lift must be reviewed by both the operator and the supervisor to ensure all safety protocols are followed. These lifts require more stringent safety checks, communication, and approvals due to the increased risks involved.
Do you understand how to read load charts and follow lift plans?*

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Part 5: Quiz
29. What rigging configuration must be used when hoisting two or more pieces over 10 feet long?*
30. Where would you locate the maximum radius at which a load can be hoisted?*
31. Where would you find the capacity of a chain bridle when rigged at a 60-degree angle in a choked configuration?*
32. Who is allowed to perform critical lifts?*
33. What is the key indicator that a lift qualifies as a critical lift?*
34. What is required when performing a tandem lift with a tower crane*

Part 6. Assembling, Jacking and Disassembling

This section ensures that you understand the safe procedures for assembling, disassembling, and jacking the crane, which are tasks performed only by qualified personnel. These operations require careful attention to detail to maintain crane stability and prevent accidents. You are expected to follow the manufacturer’s guidelines and consult the crane manual, available in the app, for specific instructions.
Operators must follow the manufacturer’s specifications when assembling, disassembling, or jacking the crane to ensure safety throughout each phase of the process.

Assembly: Proper assembly involves securely installing all crane components, including the jib, mast, counterweights, and other structural elements. Alignment and secure attachment of components are essential to avoid compromising crane stability. The use of any specialized tools must align with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Disassembly: When disassembling the crane, it is critical to follow the reverse order of the assembly process, ensuring that each component is removed safely and in the correct sequence.
Jacking: Jacking allows the crane’s height to be adjusted by raising or lowering the mast. Operators must follow precise instructions during jacking operations, ensuring that the crane remains stable and balanced while the mast is being extended or retracted. Jacking requires close attention to detail, proper use of hydraulic or mechanical jacks, and adherence to the manufacturer’s procedures.

Each of these processes plays a crucial role in maintaining crane integrity and operational safety. Operators must consult the crane manual for specific details related to these procedures and ensure that all steps are followed accurately.
Do you understand the requirements for safely assembling, disassembling, and jacking the crane?*

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Part 6: Quiz
35. Who is responsible for the assembly and disassembly of the crane?*
36. How do you verify the torque specification for the turntable and bolts?*
37. Where do you find the re-torque requirement for the turntable or bolts?*
38. Where do you find how many counterweights are installed and their total weight?*
39. What is the hook capacity of the crane?*
40. Where do you find the maximum radius of the crane?*
41. Where do you find the tip capacity?*

Part 7: Weathervane and Anti-Collision

This section ensures that you understand how to properly operate the weathervane and anti-collision systems. The weathervane system allows the crane to rotate freely in high winds, while the anti-collision system prevents the crane from coming into contact with other cranes or structures. Not all cranes are equipped with anti-collision systems, but it’s important to know how to use these features if they are installed.
Operators must understand how to properly engage the weathervane system and the procedures for monitoring or overriding the anti-collision system when needed. Disabling the anti-collision system should never be done without management approval, and there are strict procedures to follow if an override is required.

Weathervane System: This system should be engaged during high winds or when the crane is left idle for extended periods. Allowing the crane to rotate freely reduces stress on the structure and ensures stability during adverse weather conditions.

Anti-Collision System:
- Understand the specific anti-collision model: Different models have unique features, and it’s important to know the capabilities and limitations of the system installed on your crane.
- Access the anti-collision manual in the app by scanning the QR code in the cab for detailed operating and calibration instructions.
- Read and interpret the anti-collision system screen: Ensure that you can accurately monitor the proximity of the crane to other structures and equipment during operations.
- Perform daily zone coordinate checks: Check the system each day to ensure it is aware of the surrounding zones and the crane’s position.(see below)
- Complete daily zone confirmation checks: This step verifies that the anti-collision system is fully functional and properly calibrated for the day’s operations.(see below)
- Complete the calibration checklist: After any configuration change, the anti-collision system must be recalibrated. Use the calibration checklist available in the app to guide you through this process.
- Know the consistency check point: After calibration, ensure the anti-collision system is functioning as expected by checking the consistency point, which confirms the accuracy of the recalibration.
- Overriding the Anti-Collision System: Operators must understand the procedures for overriding the anti-collision system, which should only be done with management’s explicit approval. The override process is complex, and all safety measures must be in place before proceeding.
What Anti-Collision System is installed in this crane?*

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Do you understand the requirements for operating the weathervane and anti-collision systems, including daily zone coordinate checks, daily zone confirmation checks, calibration, overriding procedures, and the use of the manual?*

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Part 7: Quiz
42. When should you engage weathervane mode?*
43. What is the purpose of the daily zone coordinate check?*
44. What must be done after a configuration change?*
45. When is it appropriate to override the anti-collision system?*

Part 8: Communication Protocols

This section ensures that you understand the importance of effective communication when operating cranes, particularly when working on sites with multiple cranes or other heavy equipment. Clear communication between crane operators, riggers, and ground personnel is essential for ensuring safety and coordinating operations. Standardized hand signals, radio communication, and clear instructions help avoid misunderstandings that could lead to accidents or inefficiencies.
Operators must maintain clear and effective communication with the entire team, especially when multiple cranes or equipment are working in proximity. The following key protocols ensure smooth and safe crane operations:

Radio Communication: Operators must ensure their radios are fully functional and set to the right channel. Crane-to-crane communication has its own dedicated channel, while riggers and foremen operate on a separate channel. This ensures clarity and prevents interference between crane operators and ground personnel.

Hand Signals: Standardized hand signals must be used when radio communication is unavailable or not practical. All team members should be familiar with these signals to ensure that commands are clearly understood.

Familiarity with Lift Plans: Both operators and riggers must be familiar with the lift plans before performing any lift. This ensures that everyone involved understands the specifics of the load, rigging, and crane setup.

Overlapping Cranes: Crane zones often overlap on sites, making it critical for operators to follow the site-specific overlapping procedures to ensure safety. Regular communication between crane operators is required to avoid conflicts and ensure smooth operations when working in shared zones.

Emergency Communication: In case of any malfunction or emergency, operators must immediately inform all relevant personnel through radio communication and follow the emergency procedures to ensure safety.
Do you understand the communication protocols required for safe crane operation, including radio communication, hand signals, familiarity with lift plans, site-specific overlapping procedures, and emergency communication?*

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Part 8: Quiz
46. What communication protocol should be followed between crane operators on-site?*
47. What channel should riggers and foremen use during crane operations?*
48. Are multi-channel radios permitted for crane-to-crane communication?*
49. Why is effective communication during overlapping crane zones important?*
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Part 9: Equipment Shutdown and Securing

This section ensures that you understand the procedures for safely shutting down and securing the crane at the end of operations or during non-operational periods. Proper shutdown and securing are essential to prevent damage to the equipment, ensure safety on-site, and maintain compliance with safety standards, including lockout procedures required for maintenance.
Operators must follow specific steps to safely shut down and secure the crane. These steps are critical for protecting the crane and ensuring the safety of all personnel on-site, especially during maintenance activities.

Shutting Down the Crane: The crane must be powered down following the manufacturer’s procedures. Ensure all systems are in a neutral state, and no active movements are occurring when the shutdown is initiated.

Securing the Crane: After the crane is powered down, operators must engage the swing brake, retract the jib, and lower any suspended loads or rigging. Ensure all systems are locked to prevent unintended movements.

Lockout for Maintenance: When maintenance is required, operators must follow the crane’s lockout procedures as outlined in the manual. This involves isolating energy sources to ensure the crane cannot be inadvertently powered on during maintenance activities.

Securing During Adverse Weather: In cases of adverse weather, such as high winds or storms, operators should follow additional securing procedures as outlined in the crane’s specific guidelines to ensure the equipment remains stable.

Proper shutdown and securing procedures, including lockout when required, are critical for maintaining crane safety during non-operational periods.
Do you understand the procedures for safely shutting down, securing the crane, and following lockout procedures during maintenance?

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Part 9: Quiz
50. Where do you find information on how to leave the crane unattended at the end of the shift?
51. Can you leave the rigging, including chains, hanging from the hook at the end of the day?

Acknowledgment

I confirm that I have completed the orientation for the crane model I will be operating and understand how to access all necessary information, including the manual, safety protocols, inspection requirements, site-specific procedures, and WorkSafeBC regulations. I acknowledge my responsibilities for safe crane operation, limit testing, load handling, and proper shutdown procedures.I am ready to proceed with the practical assessment, and if I need further clarification, I will consult the crane manual, site-specific procedures, WorkSafeBC regulations, or my supervisor.
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Part 1: Two Pillars App

Part 1: Quiz

Part 2: Manufacturer Operating Manual: Understanding Where to Find Information

Part 2: Quiz

Part 3: Equipment Inspections and Maintenance

Part 3: Quiz

Part 4: Crane Functionality

Part 4: Quiz

Part 5: Lift Plans, Load Charts, and Critical Lifts

Part 5: Quiz

Part 6. Assembling, Jacking and Disassembling

Part 6: Quiz

Part 7: Weathervane and Anti-Collision

Part 7: Quiz

Part 8: Communication Protocols

Part 8: Quiz

Match the Hand Signals

Part 9: Equipment Shutdown and Securing

Part 9: Quiz

Acknowledgment