Glossary
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Aluminium Gantry Crane
Related terms : Gantry Crane
Definition : An industrial crane which comprises a bridge beam(s) which are supported at one or both ends by legs mounted to end carriages, which travel along runways, with one or more hoisting mechanisms attached.
AS 2550.3-2011 Compliant.
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Definition : The Australian Standard which details how to safely operate and maintain cranes, hoists and winches.
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Chain Block
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Definition : A manual device for lifting or hoisting a load which is suspended from a link chain.
Chain Hoist
Related terms : Electric Chain Hoist
Definition : A powered device for lifting or hoisting a load which is suspended from a link chain.
Competent Person
Related terms : Trained Person
Definition : An operator who is appropriately trained and experienced, and therefore has the knowledge and skills to correctly and competently perform the lifting and moving tasks according to the organisation’s policies and processes.
Crane Maintenance
Related terms : Regular Crane Servicing
Definition : Industrial Crane Training focuses on the importance of regular crane maintenance as a key way of minimizing workplace incidents and improving productivity.
Crane Safety
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Definition : Training employees in how to safely use industrial cranes; and knowing what to do/not to do with the equipment, as part of pre-operation and during operation.
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Dogger
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Definition : A competent person who uses slinging techniques to assist operators lift and move loads.
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Emergency Brake
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Definition : A brake which is used to stop the movement of a hoist or crane under emergency conditions.
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Hoist
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Definition : Equipment which is used for raising and lowering loads, without slewing.
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Industrial Crane Equipment
Related terms : Crane
Definition : Industrial equipment used by trained operators to raise and lower, as well as horizontally move loads.
Industrial Crane Training
Related terms : Crane Training
Definition : On-site training that has been designed by Industrial Crane Training Australia to train production and operations teams in how to safely use and maintain industrial cranes; using standard operating procedures (SOPs). The crane training is AS 2550.3-2011 compliant. The training can also be used as refresher training for experienced operators.
Isolation Switch
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Definition : It is critical to know where the isolation switch is, as this separates the equipment or circuit from all active supply conductors; and is activated in an emergency.
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Lifting Attachment
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Definition : An attachment from which a load can be suspended.
Load
Related terms : Lifted Load
Definition : The load to be lifted or moved which is less than the rated capacity of the industrial crane or hoist that is lifting or moving it.
Load Plate
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Definition : Indicates the loaded capacity of the hoist or industrial crane as specified by the manufacturer.
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Maximum Crane Rating
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Definition : The maximum capacity that the crane is rated for lifting and moving.
Minimising Workplace Incidents
Related terms : Training operators to be aware of working safely
Definition : Industrial Crane Training focuses on training Operations and Production team members in how to safely use industrial crane equipment (specifically what to do and not do), so workplace incidents are minimized.
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On-Site Crane Training
Related terms : On-the-job crane training conducted at your workplace
Definition : Industrial Crane Training is designed to be conducted on your premises using your industrial equipment, as this is what operators will be using day-to-day.
Operator
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Definition : A competent person (who is trained and experienced) who controls the industrial crane or hoist.
Overhead Travelling Crane
Related terms : Bridge Crane
Definition : An industrial crane which has bridge beams mounted to end carriages, which enables it to travel along elevated runways. There are one of more hoists arranged across the bridge.
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Pendant
Related terms : Crane Control
Definition : A suspended device which is used to operate the crane.
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Working Load Limit (WLL)
Related terms : Rated Capacity
Definition : The maximum weight that can be lifted or moved by the crane or hoist, as per the manufacturer’s specifications.
Industrial Crane Training Australia specialises in providing training in the safe use and maintenance of industrial cranes. The training is AS 2550.3-2011 compliant, as well as with various State workplace safety regulations.
To have an industrial crane specialist speak with you about your crane safety needs, please use our enquiry form or call us on (02) 9756-6660 or (03) 9465-4441 during business hours.