This intensive, hands‑on course teaches participants to safely and effectively operate radio remote and pendant-controlled overhead (gantry) cranes. Covering theory and practical application, learners will gain the necessary skills to conduct lifts, perform equipment checks, and maintain crane readiness—aligned with NZQA Unit Standard 3800 (Level 3, 10 credits).
Why Complete This Course?
Operating overhead gantry cranes carries inherent risk. This course ensures operators meet industry and legislative standards—such as the HSWA, Crane Safety Manual, Approved Code of Practice, and equipment manufacturer requirements—minimising hazards through proper knowledge and technique .
What You’ll Learn:
Understand component functions, control methods, and operational hazards
Perform pre‑start checks, locking/tagging out, and fault reporting
Sling, lift, travel with, and place regular loads using radio remote or pendant controls
Respond correctly to emergency stop signals and recognised hand signals
Park and secure equipment after use, and document any defects
Conduct daily/weekly operator-level maintenance
This course is also available as a Refresher for operators who have previously completed Overhead (Gantry) Crane training and require renewal within three years of prior training. The refresher focuses on reinforcing core skills, reviewing any updates to legislation and best practice, and re-assessing operator competency to ensure ongoing compliance and safety performance.
Course Delivery:
Format: In-person, practical and theory components
Group Size: Maximum of 6–8 participants per session
Location: Besafe training centre or on-site at your facility
Train at Our Custom-Built Facility or on your site
This course is delivered at Besafe’s purpose-built crane training facility, designed to replicate real-world conditions. With industry-standard equipment and realistic lifting scenarios, learners gain hands-on experience in a safe, controlled environment—ensuring they’re job-ready and confident to operate overhead gantry cranes.
Our Sling Regular Loads Safely course is a practical one-day program designed for people involved in lifting operations. It builds essential skills to prepare, sling, and secure regular loads safely in line with industry best practice and crane safety regulations.
This hands-on course blends theory and real-world application, giving learners the confidence and competence to use lifting gear safely and effectively. It also lays the foundation for more advanced crane and slinging training.
Course Content
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Assessment
Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.
PPE Requirements
Participants must wear:
Industry Compliance
This course aligns with:
📞 Company bookings available at your site or ours – call us on 0800 333 899 to learn more.
Our Rigging & Slinging: Direct Crane Operations course is designed for workers needing to safely sling varied regular loads and direct a crane during lifting operations. Delivered in person by experienced instructors, this one-day course provides a mix of theory and practical tasks that meet industry expectations in a supported, safety-first environment.
You’ll gain essential skills in hazard management, communication methods, lift planning, and the correct use of rigging equipment. This course is ideal for those working toward Dogman responsibilities or preparing for more advanced crane operation standards.
Post-course requirement: To complete the unit standard, students must log a minimum of 40 verified lifts across at least six variations. Each lift must be signed off by a supervisor or manager. We provide an evidence booklet to guide this process, and there is no time limit to complete the log – it’s flexible to suit your work environment.
Course Content
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Assessment Methods:
Off-site Delivery: We can deliver this course at your site with appropriate lifting equipment in place. Please call us to confirm requirements.
PPE Requirements
All students must bring:
📞 Company bookings available on your site or ours – call us now to find out more: 0800 333 899
Besafe Training provides practical, industry-focused crane, rigging, and lifting operations training aligned to NZQA standards. Whether you are entering the lifting industry or progressing toward advanced crane operations, our training pathways provide a structured approach to developing safe lifting, slinging, and crane operation skills.
Training is delivered by experienced industry trainers with a strong focus on practical application, workplace safety, and real-world lifting operations.
We offer standalone courses, combined training packages, and complete crane and rigging pathways to support both individuals and company workforce development.
This foundational course provides the essential knowledge and practical skills required to safely prepare, sling, and secure regular loads during lifting operations.
Participants will develop skills in:
This course is suitable for workers involved in:
Multiple ticket and pathway options are available. Select your preferred training date from the right, then choose your preferred training package during enrolment.
This pathway combines foundational slinging skills with practical overhead gantry crane operation training.
Participants will learn to:
Ideal for:
Multiple ticket and pathway options are available. Select your preferred training date from the right, then choose your preferred training package during enrolment.
This pathway develops the skills required to safely sling varied regular loads and direct crane movements during lifting operations.
Participants will learn to:
Ideal for:
Multiple ticket and pathway options are available. Select your preferred training date from the right, then choose your preferred training package during enrolment.
Our complete pathway provides comprehensive training across slinging, dogman operations, and overhead gantry crane operation.
This pathway is designed for organisations and individuals wanting broad lifting operation capability across multiple environments.
The programme includes:
Multiple ticket and pathway options are available. Select your preferred training date from the right, then choose your preferred training package during enrolment.
Our crane and rigging training is designed around real workplace lifting operations with strong practical components and experienced trainers.
We provide company booking options for businesses requiring crane, rigging, and lifting operations training for their teams.
Benefits include:
Whether you require a standalone lifting course or a complete crane and rigging pathway, Besafe Training can support your training requirements.
Contact our team today to discuss:
Address: 1B Beatrice Tinsley Crescent, Rosedale, Auckland 0632
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Phone: +64 9 555 2365
Email: info@besafetraining.co.nz
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