Classroom
API Qualified Offshore Crane Operator & Qualified Rigger License
Learning mode: Classroom
About the course
Available in English
Provider: Maersk Training Houston
Purpose
By obtaining an API – U certification for Qualified Offshore Pedestal Crane Operator and Qualified Rigger, course participants will receive an understanding of the requirements to work in the Gulf of Mexico per the latest API RP2D 7th edition.
Content
Course participants will be trained to operate a crane and be familiar with rigging operations per API Recommended Practice 2D, 7th edition. The course is accredited by API. Students will receive an API–U certificate upon course completion. Course will be conducted in a classroom and full mission offshore crane simulator. The course consists of both theoretical and practical modules, which cover, but are not limited to:
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of an offshore crane operator and the safety and implications attached to this role.
- Introduction to crane operation terminology.
- Identification and explanation of relevant legislation per API standards.
- Introduction to typical crane maintenance and inspection requirements.
- Understanding the main crane controls, safety devices, working limitations, associated hazards and safe work practices of an offshore crane operator.
- Practical operational training following a basic lifting plan via an offshore crane simulator.
- Rigging Basics (hazards faced and how to avoid them, types of slings used in offshore cranes, calculation of sling load).
- Familiarization in lifting loads with slings, rigging hardware, and safety issues associated with JSA’s and lift plans.
How it works
Step 1
Identify the specific training modules for your desired role and decide if you want on-site training or a mix of digital and on-site (blended).Step 2
Once you've chosen the right course, register and pay online. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly.Step 3
After enrolling, you'll receive a separate email with detailed joining instructions for the training session.Step 4
Attend your scheduled training session and pass the required assessments to successfully achieve certification.Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, you'll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body.