Altec CCO Written Preparation Pre-Course Study Outline

I. CCO Written Knowledge Expectations

  1. Job Site Knowledge
  2. Crane Operations Knowledge
  3. Technical Knowledge
  4. Manufacturer’s Load Charts (Altec’s Selected focus other machines available)

 

II. Training Resources

  1. ANSI/ASME B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes (primary resource)
  2. OSHA 29CFR 1926.550 sub part N (primary resource)
  3. ANSI/ASME B30.23 Personnel Lifting Systems (secondary resource)
  4. OSHA 29CFR 1910.180 sub part N (secondary resource)
  5. Mobil Crane Manual; Construction Safety Association of Ontario(secondary resource)
  6. Rigging Manual;Construction Safety Association of Ontario(secondary resource)
  7. Bob’s Rigging & Crane Handbook (secondary resource)
  8. Crane Safety Manual; AEM (secondary resource)
  9. IPT’s Crane and Rigging Handbook (secondary resource)
  10. Mobile Craning Today; Operating Engineers Training Institute of Ontario (secondary resource)

 

III. Recommended Pre-Course Study

  1. ANSI/ASME B30.5 Mobile and Locomotive Cranes
  2. OSHA 29CFR 1926.550 sub part N (if testing for large hydraulic cranes)
  3. Manitex M1768 Load Chart adapted for NCCCO (if testing for small hydraulic cranes)

 

IV. Recommended Study Topic: Job Site Knowledge

  1. Supporting surfaces for Crane Set-up; Conditions such as slopes, excavations, walls, etc.
  2. Know the proper use of Cribbing Mats and the effects on rubber, outriggers and crawlers
  3. Site Hazards and Restrictions; Power lines and Piping
  4. Lift Planning Operations; Site Supervision, working height, boom length, load radius and travel clearances
  5. Know if there is adequate clearances for Counterweights, Crawler Extension or Outriggers/Stabilizers

 

V. Recommended Study Topic: Crane Operations Knowledge

  1. Know which federal regulations and industry standards affect safe operation of the crane
  2. Know how to inspect the crane for unsafe conditions, complete required inspection documents and provide required recordkeeping
  3. Know how to pick, carry swing and place the load smoothly and safely on both Rubber Tired, Outriggers and Crawlers
  4. Know how to communicate with the riggers, signal person and crew
  5. Know the standard hand signals as specified in ASME/ANSI B30.5
  6. Know how to react to changing conditions that affect safe crane operation
  7. Know how to shut-down and secure the crane when leaving it unattended
  8. Know how to verify the correct load weight and rigging prior to lifting
  9. Be able to determine correct radius, lifting and landing the loads
  10. Understand basic rigging procedures
  11. Understand the use of various operator aides (LMIs, wind indicators, A2B, etc.)
  12. Understand Special Crane Operations Handling, Concrete, etc.)
  13. Know proper procedures special conditions; ( Approaching A2B, close to power lines, intermediate outrigger positions, water operations, multiple counterweight configurations, blind lifts, radio use, etc.)
  14. Understand taglines and load control procedures
  15. Understand emergency response procedures following conditions: (Fire control, power line contact, loss of stability, control malfunction, two-blocking, overload and carrier or travel malfunction)

 

VI. Recommended Study Topic: Technical Knowledge

  1. Know functions and limitations of cranes and attachments
  2. Understand wire rope: (construction, breaking strength, wire rope inspection, replacement criteria, multi-part reeving, maintenance)
  3. Manufacturer’s recommended wire rope
  4. Understand the use of rigging devices
  5. Know the limitations of protective measures against electrical hazards
  6. Know the effects of load share and load transfer in multi-crane lifts
  7. Know basic Crane terms
  8. Understand the basics machine of machine power flow systems: (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and combinations)
  9. Know how to interpret machine gauge readings
  10. Understand regulations regarding pre-operational inspections and maintenance
  11. Know how to use, read interpret all operator aids and accessories
  12. Know how to calculate net capacity in any crane configuration.
  13. Know how to obtain and use dimensions, weight, center of gravity of the load
  14. Understand dynamic loading: (from wind, start/stop, impact loading and moving the load)
  15. Know the difference between duty cycle and lifting operations
  16. Understand side loading
  17. Understand backward stability
  18. How does hydraulic thermal expansion and contraction affect crane operations

 

VII. Recommended Study Topic: Grove TMS750B Load Chart adapted for NCCCO

  1. Understand load chart terminology
  2. Be able to select the correct load chart for specific lifting applications
  3. Be able to interpret the Grove TMS750B Load Chart (adapted for the NCCCO Written test)
  4. Know what is load chart capacity
  5. Be able to interpret Range Diagram
  6. Be able to interpret Working Area Diagram
  7. Be able to interpret Parts of Line/Reeving
  8. Be able to interpret Accessory Deductions
  9. Be able to interpret Special Notes and Conditions
  10. Be able to interpret Operator Aids with Load Chart Capacities
  11. Know special definitions provided in the notes
  12. Understand the special conditions for the use of Jibs/Extensions

 

VIII. Recommended Study Topic: Manitex M1768 Load Chart adapted for NCCCO

  1. Understand load chart terminology
  2. Be able to select the correct load chart for specific lifting applications
  3. Be able to interpret the Manitex M1768 Load Chart (adapted for the NCCCO Written test)
  4. Know what is load chart capacity
  5. Be able to interpret Range Diagram
  6. Be able to interpret Working Area Diagram
  7. Be able to interpret Parts of Line/Reeving
  8. Be able to interpret Accessory Deductions
  9. Be able to interpret Special Notes and Conditions
  10. Be able to interpret Operator Aids with Load Chart Capacities
  11. Know special definitions provided in the notes