Category 3 Non-Cab Operated Crane Safety Rev-04 Instructor Guide Revisions Cover Sheet 1. Modified the course number to include the current revision NCC-C3CS-04 Introduction Module 2. In the Welcome topic, modified the wording of the third sentence or paragraph (Removed NAVFAC P-307 familiarization from the topics list, and changed Crane Components to Crane Types and Components. Also, removed the word Gear from Crane and Rigging Gear Accidents. 3. Changed the name of the Learning Objectives topic to Course Learning Objectives. Also, revised the screen text, narration text, and audio (Removed Understand the requirements of NAVFAC P-307 and changed Identify crane components to Identify crane and component types. In addition, removed the word gear after rigging ) 4. Added a Course Information and Navigation topic after the Course Learning Objectives topic. The topic includes the following screens and information: Getting the most out of the course, Navigating the Course, The Reference Area, Knowledge Checks, Exam Directions, Feedback, and Ready to Begin. NAVFAC P-307 Training Overview Module 5. Deleted/Removed this module NAVFAC P-307 Module 6. Deleted/Removed this module. Crane Types and Components Module 7. Changed the title of the module from Crane Components to Crane Types and Components 8. In the Learning Objectives topic, added crane types to the narration and screen text 9. Added three topics after the Learning Objectives topic (Category 1 Crane Examples, Category 4 Crane Examples, and Category 2 and 3 Crane Examples) 10. Added a Knowledge Check containing 5 questions prior to the Types of Power topic 11. In the Types of Power/Category 2 and 3 Crane Power topic, modified/added additional narration and screen text. Added the following narration: Category 2 and 1
3 cranes may be manually-operated or power-operated. A manually-operated crane hoist mechanism is driven by pulling an endless chain. The crane travel mechanism is driven in the same manner or by manually moving the load or hook. A poweroperated crane is driven by electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, or internal combustion means. Pneumatic and hydraulic power may be delivered to the crane via pipes and/or hoses. 12. Removed the Knowledge Check section/topic after the Load-controlling topic and moved the 6 questions to the last Knowledge Check at the end of the module 13. Moved/relocated the General Safety Devices topic after the Safety Devices topic and removed bumpers from the narration and screen text (the General Safety Devices topic was previously located after the Operational Safety Devices topic). Also, removed/deleted the screen pictures and added bulleted items to the screen 14. Changed the Load Indicators topic title to Load Moment Indicators and modified the narration and screen text 15. Deleted/removed the Summary topic Category 3 Crane Pre-use Check Module 16. In the Introduction topic, modified and added additional narration and screen text 17. In the Operator s Daily Check List (ODCL) topic, modified and added additional narration and screen text 18. In the Certification topic, added the following sentence prior to the last sentence of the narration: If the crane is not currently certified, this condition shall be reported to the supervisor and the crane shall not be operated. Also, changed the screen picture to include a Certification of Load Test and Condition Inspection sheet 19. In the Who Can Remove These Tags topic, modified the screen text to include the following text: Only authorized personnel may install or remove warning tags. 20. In the Finding Deficiencies topic, modified the narration and screen text 21. In the Structural Integrity topic, modified the narration and screen text 22. In the Walk Around Check 3 section, added an Instructions topic (including narration, and screen text) after the Controls/Controllers topic 23. In the Safety Devices topic, changed the word tested in the second sentence of the narration to checked 24. In the Upper Limit Switch Check topic, changed the word test to check in the first and fifth sentences of the narration. Also, changed the narration in the 3 rd sentence of the narration to: Ensure hoisting stops even though you still have the hoist up button depressed, but do not allow the hook block to two-block (contact the drum) if the switch fails. 25. In the Limit Switches / Lower Limit Switch topic, modified the narration and screen text 2
26. Moved/relocated the Checking Bridge and Trolley Functions topic after the Checking Brakes topic and prior to the Knowledge Check section 27. In the Checking Bridge and Trolley Functions topic, changed the word under in the second sentence of the narration to close to. Also, added the following two sentences to the end of the narration: It is not expected that all possible areas of travel be checked during the pre-use check. However, before any area of travel is utilized that has not been checked during the pre-use check, additional attention should be focused on obstacles and potential hazards. Complex and Non-Complex Lifts Module 28. Modified the screen picture and text formatting 29. In the Complex Lifts / Categories topic, added the word certified in front of the word capacity in the narration 30. In the Complex Lifts / Procedures topic, modified and added additional information to the narration and screen text 31. In the Complex Lifts / Lift Exceptions topic, added the word certified in front of capacity in the first bulleted item in the screen text and narration 32. In the first Knowledge Check section, changed the wording of the 2 nd question to: For all complex lifts, a rigger supervisor, operator supervisor, or a rigging or crane operator working leader shall review on-site conditions and shall 33. In the Complex Lift Examples / Hazardous Materials topic, changed the first sentence of the narration to the following: Lifts of hazardous materials, e.g., poisons, corrosives, and highly volatile substances are complex lifts. Also, modified the screen text to similar 34. In the Complex Lift Examples / Lifts over 80% Capacity topic, modified/changed the wording of the first sentence in the narration to: Lifts exceeding 80 percent of the certified capacity of the crane's hoist planned for use (lifts exceeding 50 percent of the hoist capacity for a mobile crane mounted on a barge) are considered complex lifts. Also, modified the screen text. 35. In the Submerged Lifts topic, changed the end of the narration to read: clear of obstructions such as other objects in the water, or underwater cables. 36. In the Lift Requirements for Multiple Crane or Hook Lifts topic, changed/modified the wording of the first sentence in the narration and changed the topic and screen title 37. In the Constrained Loads topic, modified and added additional narration 38. Moved/relocated the Summary topic prior to the last Knowledge Check section 3
Determining Load Weight Module 39. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 40. In the Determining Weight / Load Weight topic, modified/changed the narration Load Weight Distribution Module 41. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title Rigging Gear Test, Inspection, and Marking Requirements Module 42. Changed the name of the title from Rigging Gear Marking and Record Requirements to Rigging Gear Test, Inspection, and Marking Requirements 43. In the Welcome topic, modified the narration, screen text, and the NAVFAC P-307 screen picture 44. In the Learning Objectives topic, modified the screen text (added two additional bulleted items) to cover the narration 45. In the NAVFAC P-307 Section 14 topic, modified/changed the narration, deleted the screen picture and modified the screen text to include bulleted items from the modified narration 46. In the Test and Inspection Program topic, modified the wording of the first sentence in the narration and added an additional sentence: Except for hooks, rigging hardware and load indicating devices do not require load tests or documentation of inspections. Also, added a bulleted item to the screen text 47. In the Why Test and Inspect topic, added an additional paragraph to the end of the narration. Also, deleted the note from the screen and added an additional sentence to the screen text 48. In the Covered Equipment topic, modified the narration and screen text 49. In the Additional Covered Equipment topic, modified the narration and screen text 50. In the Equipment Not Covered topic, added the following wording to the end of the first sentence in the narration: and equipment in an approved test and inspection program (NAVAIR, NAVSEA, Strategic Systems Program, Army, or Air Force approved program). This information was also added to the screen text as a bulleted item 51. In the Equipment Markings topic, modified the narration, screen text, and pictures 52. Deleted/removed the Special Roundsling Markings topic 53. Changed the title of the Specific use Endless Wire Rope Sling Markings topic to Wire Rope Endless Slings. Also, modified the wording of the second sentence in the narration. In addition, the non-specific use and specific applications wording was removed from the screen text. 4
54. In the Chain Slings topic, modified/changed the wording of the narration and the wording of the second bulleted item in the screen text 55. In the Lashing topic, changed/replaced the screen picture 56. In the Multi-Part Equipment topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text. Also, removed the screen pictures. 57. Changed the title of the Multi-Part Wire Rope Slings topic to Braided Wire Rope Slings. In addition, modified/changed the wording of the narration. 58. In the Illegible/Missing Markings topic, removed one of the screen pictures and added text to the screen 59. In the Required Records topic, replaced the screen picture showing a test record card with bulleted items or text 60. In the Matching Gear to Record topic, removed the following wording from the narration: For example, S could represent shackles. If you have 50 shackles they could each be individually identified S1, S2, S3, etc. Also, replaced the screen picture and modified the screen text and bulleted items. 61. In the Knowledge Check section, modified the wording of the question and changed the possible answers in the first question. Rigging Gear Inspection Module 62. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 63. In the Inspection Types topic, added the following to the end of the narration and to the screen text: Note: Documentation is not required for inspections of rigging hardware covered by ASME B30.26 (shackles, adjustable hardware, compression hardware, links, rings, swivels, rigging blocks, and portable load indicating devices). Post-use inspections are recommended to ensure no damage has occurred during the weight handling operation. 64. In the Periodic Inspection topic, added the following wording to the narration: Note: Documentation is not required for inspections of rigging hardware covered by ASME B30.26 (shackles, adjustable hardware, compression hardware, links, rings, swivels, rigging blocks, and portable load indicating devices). Similar information was added to the screen text. 65. In the Annual Inspection topic, modified the narration and removed the screen pictures and text. Items or equipment that requires annual inspections were added to the screen. 66. In the Biennial Inspection topic, changed/modified the narration to the following: Periodic inspections are required every 2 years for crane structures that do not have permanently mounted hoists, portable gantry/a-frames and portable floor cranes, and trolleys. Also, removed the screen picture and text and added text and bulleted items to the screen. 5
67. In the Damaged Rigging Gear topic, changed/modified the wording of the second sentence in the narration to the following: For a suspected accident, the activity shall follow the investigation and reporting requirements of NAVFAC P-307, section 12, promptly perform a comprehensive investigation, and prepare a Crane and Rigging Accident Report and forward a copy to the Navy Crane Center (Code 06) within 30 days of the accident. The screen text was also modified. 68. Added a Deficiencies topic (with narration and screen text) after the Damaged Rigging Gear topic. 69. In the first Knowledge Check section, changed the wording of the first question to: Documented records are required for periodic inspection of all rigging equipment. The correct answer was changed to false. 70. Changed the title of the Chain Link Wear topic to Chain Sling Rejection Criteria and modified the narration and screen text. In addition, this topic was moved/relocated after the Link Stretch topic. 71. Changed the Inspect Hammer Link topic title to Inspect Coupling Link. The word hammer was also changed to coupling in the narration and screen text. 72. In the Wire Rope Sling Rejection Criteria IV topic, added the following note to the screen text: Note: Pay close attention to the outside area on each eye of the sling. This area wears more due to dragging the sling on concrete/paved surfaces. 73. In the Wire Rope Slings Rejection Criteria VII topic (Strand Laid Wire Rope Slings), revised the narration and removed or two broken wires within one lay length of the end connection. This wording was also removed from the screen text along with the associated picture. 74. In the Wire Rope Sings Rejection Criteria VIII topic (Braided Wire Rope Slings Rejection Criteria), replaced the word lay with braid in the narration. The screen text was also modified. 75. In the Metal Mesh Slings Rejection Criteria topic, revised the narration and screen text, and removed one of the pictures. 76. In the Synthetic Sling Rejection Criteria topic, added the following wording to the narration and screen text: Remove the sling from service if the sling identification is missing or illegible. 77. In the Synthetic Sling Rejection Criteria 2 topic, added addition wording and bulleted items to the narration and screen text. 78. In the Synthetic Sling Rejection Criteria 3 topic, removed one of the screen pictures and modified the screen text. 79. In the Synthetic Sling Rejection Criteria 4 topic, modified the wording of screen text. 80. In the Synthetic Rope Sling Removal Criteria topic, revised the narration and screen text. 81. In the second Knowledge Check Section, removed the following question: Two broken wires within one lay length of the end connection would remove a wire rope sling from service. True or False 6
82. Removed/deleted the 5% Wear Reduction Removal Criteria topic. 83. In the Portable Load Indicating Devices topic, revised and added additional narration. Also, the screen text was revised and additional bulleted items were added. 84. In the last Knowledge Check section, revised the wording of the second question to: Rigging hardware such as eyebolts, links, rings, and shackles are required to have a periodic inspection every 2 years. The correct answer was also changed to False. Rigging Gear General Use Module 85. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 86. In the NAVFAC P-307 Section 14 topic, replaced the screen picture and removed the linked pages from the screen. 87. In the Protective Materials topic, removed and revised the narration and screen text. 88. Changed the Using Chafing Gear topic to Sling Protection. Changed/modified the narration and removed the pictures and text from the screen. Bulleted text was then added to the screen. 89. In the Hoist and Crane References topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text. 90. In the Hoists and Crane Usage topic, modified/changed the wording of the second sentence in the narration to: Load indicating devices may be used in conjunction with hoists to help prevent overload of the hoist and related gear when leveling, rotating, or tilting objects. Also, added a picture to the screen and revised the wording of the screen text. 91. Deleted/removed the Using Hoists to Distribute Sling Loading topic. 92. In the Usage Do s or Using Hoists and Cranes topic, modified the narration and screen text 93. Added a new topic with narration, pictures and screen text Additional Chain Hoist Requirements after the Usage Don ts/using Hoists and Cranes topic. 94. Added a new topic Additional Rigging Practices topic after the Additional Chain Hoist Requirements topic. 95. In the Knowledge Check section, changed the correct answer to question #4 from Chafing Gear to Appropriate Sling Protection 7
Rigging Hardware Module 96. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 97. In the Side Loading Shackles topic, modified the wording of the last two sentences in the narration 98. In the Eyebolt Types topic, modified/changed the wording of the last sentence to: All eyebolts shall be selected and used in accordance with ASME B30.26 and OEM recommendations. The pictures on the screen were also changed. 99. In the Shouldered Eyebolts topic, modified the wording of the narration (removed or machinery from the first sentence, and changed table 14-5 to 14-4 and added whichever is more restrictive in the last sentence) 100. In the Installing Shouldered Eyebolts topic, changed/replaced the screen picture 101. In the Backing Nuts topic, changed the text in red font on the screen to: Pulls at angles greater than 5 degrees from vertical are not permitted! 102. Added a new topic (Threaded Attachment Point) after the Backing Nuts topic 103. Changed the screen title of the Shim Use Overview topic to Shims May Be Used to Align Eyebolts 104. In the Side Pulls topic, modified the narration and changed the wording of the screen text next to the top picture 105. In the Eye Nuts topic, modified the narration and screen text, and replaced the picture 106. In the Swivel Hoist Rings topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text 107. In the second Swivel Hoist Rings topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text. 108. In the Turnbuckles topic, modified/changed the narration wording. 109. Removed the Threaded Attachment Point topic prior to the Knowledge Check section Sling Use Module 110. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 111. In the Wire Rope Sling Use topic, added the following sentence to the end of the narration: Except for braided slings, wire rope slings shall not be used in single leg vertical hitches, unless a method is used to prevent unlaying of the rope. Also, changed the screen title from Chafing Protection to Wire Rope (Cont) 112. In the Chain Sling Use topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text 113. In the Chain Sling Temperature Restrictions topic, changed the narration to: The sling manufacturer should be consulted when the slings are to be used in 8
temperatures of minus or negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit (F). For slings exposed to temperatures of 400 degrees Fahrenheit or above, follow ASME B30.9 requirements for rated load reduction. The screen text was also changed 114. In the Metal Mesh Sling Temperature Restrictions topic, changed the last sentence in the narration to: Metal mesh slings shall be used in accordance with ASME B30.9 and OEM recommendations. The screen picture was also replaced. 115. In the Synthetic Sling Use topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text. 116. In the Synthetic Web Sling Use topic, modified/changed the wording of the first two sentences in the narration. 117. In the Using Shackles with Web Slings topic, modified/changed the wording of the narration and screen text 118. In the Synthetic Web Sling Temperature Restrictions topic, modified/changed the wording of the narration and screen text. Also, replaced the picture 119. In the Synthetic Rope Use topic, modified/changed the wording of the narration and screen text. The screen title was also changed from Minimum D/d Ratio for Synthetic Rope Sling Use to Synthetic Rope Sling Use 120. In the Synthetic Rope Sling Temperature Restrictions topic, changed the narration to the following: Polyester and nylon rope slings shall not be used in contact with an object or at temperatures in excess of 194 degrees or below negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The screen text was also changed 121. In the Roundsling Use topic, modified the narration and screen text. 122. Added a Other Roundslings topic after the Roundsling Use topic 123. In the Roundsling Temperature Restrictions topic, modified the narration and screen text 124. Changed the Common Sling Use Rules topic to Sling Use Considerations. Also, replaced the picture and modified the wording of the narration and screen text. 125. In the Included Angle topic, modified the wording of the narration and screen text. 126. In the Hitch Types topic, changed the wording of the first sentence in the narration to: Slings are used in straight-line, choker, and basket hitches. A straight-line hitch is commonly referred to as a vertical hitch. In addition, the word vertical in the screen text was changed to straight-line. 127. Changed the name of the Rated Loads of Vertical Hitches topic to Rated Loads of Straight-Line Hitches. In addition, the word vertical was replaced with straightline in the narration and screen text. 128. In the Use 2 Legs for Vertical Hitches topic, changed the name of the topic to Use 2 legs for Straight-Line Hitches. Changed the wording of the first sentence in the narration to: To prevent unlaying of wire rope (except for braided slings) or stranded synthetic rope slings, the slings shall not be used in a single part straightline (vertical hitch) or choker hitch, unless a method is used to prevent unlaying of the rope. Also, changed the word Vertical to Straight-Line in the screen title. 9
129. In the Rated Loads of Choker Hitches topic, changed 120 degrees to 121 degrees in the narration and screen text. Also, deleted/removed the third bulleted item from the screen text 130. In the Choker Hitch Efficiency topic, changed the wording of the narration and screen text. The narration/topic title was changed to Wire and Synthetic Sling Choker Hitch Efficiencies. Sling Angle Stress Module 131. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 132. In the Choosing Your Gear topic, removed the word stress from the last sentence in the narration and changed the word stress to factor in the screen text. D/d Ratio Module 133. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 134. In the D/d Ratio topic, changed the word fourteen-three to fourteen-two in the last sentence of the narration Hoists Module 135. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 136. In the Hoist Types topic, changed the words Chain Ratchets or Tugits to Lever Hoists in the narration and screen text. 137. In the Marking and Inspection topic, added the following sentence to the narration: Post-use inspections are recommended to ensure no damage has occurred during the weight handling operation. A bulleted item stating: Post-use inspections are recommended, was also added to the screen text. Crane Communications Module 138. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 139. In the Crane Communication Methods topic, changed the word constant to continuous in the narration 140. In the Hand Signal Rules topic, changed the wording of the last sentence in the narration to: Only one rigger or signaler shall communicate with the crane operator at a time (except for the stop and emergency stop signals which may be given at any time by any team member). 10
141. In the first Knowledge Check section, changed the wording of the third question to: How many signalers shall communicate with the crane operator at the same time? 142. In the Raise the Boom Lower the Load topic, changed the word Flex to Flexing in the screen text 143. In the Lower the Boom Raise the Load topic, changed the word Flex to Flexing in the screen text 144. In the Dog Everything topic, added the following sentence to the beginning of the narration: The signal to dog everything is given to the operator when crane operations are complete, or when the crane needs to be secured. The second sentence was also modified. 145. In the last Knowledge Check section, changed the Dog everything possible answer to Trolley Travel in question number 10. Safe Operations Module 146. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title 147. In the Understanding the Crane topic, modified the narration and screen text 148. In the Operator Training topic, modified the wording of the fourth sentence in the narration and added the following to the end of the narration: Note: a license is not required for operators of category 3 non-cab operated cranes. The note was also added to the screen text. 149. In the Posted Information topic, added the following to the screen text: Note: Hand signal charts or placards are not normally posted on non-cab operated category 3 cranes. 150. In the Pre-Operational Check topic, modified/changed the wording of the first two sentences in the narration. The screen text was also changed. 151. In the Overhead Lines topic, changed the word signaler to spotter, and paragraphs 10.11.1 through 10.11.1.6 to 10.13.1 through 10.13.6 in the narration and screen text. Also, Figure 10-3 was changed/modified 152. In the Traveling topic, modified/changed the narration and screen text Crane and Rigging Accidents 153. Changed the name of the Crane and Rigging Gear Accidents module to Crane and Rigging Accidents 154. In the Welcome topic, replaced the P-307 cover picture and changed the formatting of the screen text/title. Also, removed the word Gear from the narration and screen title 11
155. In the Learning Objectives topic, modified the wording of the narration and screen text. 156. In the Accident Categories topic, modified the wording of the narration and screen text. 157. Added a new topic Significant Accidents after the Accident Categories topic. 158. In the Crane Operating Envelope topic, modified the wording of the narration and screen text 159. Changed the title of the Rigging Gear Operating Envelope topic to Rigging Operating Envelope. Also, changed/revised the wording of the narration and screen text. 160. In the first Knowledge Check section, changed the wording of the 2 nd questions to: The rigging operating envelope contains the rigging gear and miscellaneous equipment covered by P-307 section 14, the load itself and... 161. Changed the Near Misses topic title to Near Miss. Also, modified/revised the wording of the narration and screen text 162. Added an Unplanned Occurrence and a Reporting topic after the Near Miss topic 163. In the Crane Accident topic, revised and added additional wording to the narration 164. Changed the title of the Rigging Gear Accident topic to Rigging Accidents. Also, modified/revised the narration and screen text. 165. In the Damaged Rigging Gear topic, modified the wording of the second sentence in the narration and the third bulleted item in the screen text. 166. In the Accident Exception topic, revised the wording of the narration and screen text 167. In the Accident Causes topic, revised the wording of the narration 168. Changed the title of the Reporting topic to Notification and Reporting. Also, revised the narration and screen text. 169. In the Contractor Accident Reporting Procedures topic, revised the wording of the narration and screen text. 170. In the Contracting Officer Reporting Procedures topic, revised the wording of the narration and screen text 171. In the last Knowledge Check section, changed the correct answer in the 3 rd question to rigging accident 172. In the 4 th question, changed one of the possible answers from a rigging gear accident to a rigging accident 173. In the 6 th question, removed the word gear from the question. 12
Final Exam Questions and Answers 174. Removed 4 questions from the Final Exam and revised several questions and answers 13