LATTICE CRANE



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Lattice Crane Class Description

LATTICE CRANE

This class will present the student with crane basics utilizing lattice type machines. There will be a combination of both the older “friction” type crane as well as the newer “hydraulic” type lattice crane. A strong emphasis will be placed on maintenance, inspection, mechanical adjustments (of the friction types), and operational safety. Each student will also participate in the assembly and/or disassemble of a crane.

Load Charts and Regulations is recommended prior to taking this class.

OBJECTIVES: Gain thorough understanding of terminology, maintenance and repair, erecting boom / CW (in proper sequence) setup, reeving.

Gain experience in multi-line operation, learn techniques for smooth single line operation, learn basics of rigging.

THIS CLASS CONSISTS OF:

30 hours classroom

50 hours lab

80 hours Total Instruction

EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

Hardhat, safety vest, work clothes, work boots.

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*If you are not a Local 139 member and you have little (under two years) or no experience running heavy equipment, please click on the Apprenticeship for information. If you are an experienced operator who would like to join Local 139, please go to www.iuoe139.org for information.

Last updated: September 22, 2011

Wisconsin Operating Engineers Training Center
W11584 State Hwy 21
Coloma, WI 54930
(715) 228-4911
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