Crane Operator Course - Stage 1, 2, 3

The programme develops competent crane drivers who can plan, execute and shut down offshore lifting operations safely— from basket transfers on jack-ups to heavy lifts on construction vessels. Through step-progressive theory, simulator work and live-crane drills, candidates learn:

• Roles, legislation and safe-system-of-work documents.

• Crane mechanics, stability limits and rated-capacity indicators.

• Banksman hand signals, radio protocols and dynamic-loading effects.

• Advanced swing-control, multi-function coordination and emergency procedures.

Successful completion of Stages 1 & 2 plus a Stage 3 workplace assessment leads to an internationally accepted IMCA Offshore Crane Operator Logbook endorsement.

Deck officers, riggers, roustabouts, mechanics and marine crew seeking initial certification or up-skilling to Stage 2/3 offshore crane operator standard.

Stage	Key Modules	Practical Focus

1 – Introductory

Crane roles & terminology, pre-use inspections, load charts, safety devices, basic operating principles, hand signals & radio comms

Pre-start checks, no-load control, light/intermediate lifts, swing control, emergency shutdown

2 – Intermediate

Crane types & components, wire-rope care, overload & constant-tension systems, SSOW documents, hazard controls, dynamic loading theory, first-line maintenance

Full load-path maneuvers, multi-function operations, alarm response, risk-assessment compliance

3 – Competence Assessment

Written exam (1.5 h) covering API RP 2D / BS 7121; logbook & regulatory review

On-crane practical test (1.5 h): complex lifts, fault diagnosis, emergency handling

 

Each stage builds the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to perform safe, efficient offshore crane operations under real-world conditions.

3 Days