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A.5 Offshore Crane Simulator Involvement
The necessity to provide practical training that is both realistic and safe
devolves to the use of a simulator. For the purposes of this standard, all
practical training and assessment shall be completed by use of a simulator
capable of providing real life scenarios in a realistic environment.
The use of a simulator providing realistic offshore lifting scenarios covering all
normal operating types and parameters is mandatory. TPTI shall arrange
provision of suitable simulators for both practical exercises and assessments.
A.6 Duration of Training
The optimum ‘contact time’ for this training and assessment is seen as 40 hours.
It is suggested that a ratio of 30% : 70% theory/practical is appropriate.
It is also recommended that each delegate has at least 1 hour practicing on
an onshore mobile crane and at least 2 hrs practicing on an offshore crane
simulator.
Assessments, both written and practical, will be conducted after the training
program is finished.
A.7 Practical and Written Assessment
Assessment of the candidates' performance will be against the stated learning
outcomes and will involve both written and practical assessments. The written
assessment will be administered by TPTI and the practical assessment will be
conducted by TPTI accredited assessors.
Delegates attending this training and assessment program (referred to as
candidates during assessment) will be given a series of explanations and
demonstrations which will identify what they are expected to know and do.
This will be followed by practical exercises that will allow delegates to
demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding of Basic Offshore
Crane Operations.
Candidates who achieve a rating of 70% or higher on the written assessment
and a 'Pass' on the practical assessment, will be issued a TPTI certificate.
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A.7 Practical and Written Assessment (continue)
If they achieve lower than 70% or fail the practical assessment, further time
and opportunity for coaching will be given to candidates to enable them to
reach the standard leading to the award of a certificate. However, the time
available for this during a program is limited and it should be recognized there
may be occasions where other arrangements need to be made.
If they achieve lower than 70% or fail the practical assessment, the candidate
must retest the failed portion of the assessment within eight weeks. The
candidate will be allowed two attempts at the retest within the eight week
period, if required.
If all attempts described above fail, then the candidate must re-take the
Offshore Crane Operator course.
A.8 Further Training / Assessment
An Assessment, both written and practical, will be conducted at the TPTI
Approved Training Centers.
Further level of training and assessment is the responsibility of the employer.
However, it is recommended that where there is no logged proof of further
levels of training, a refresher course should be completed at three year
intervals.
If the candidate can provide a valid proof of logged crane operating hours
recognized by TPTI, equaling at least 1,000 hours within the last three years
then they are entitled to take a one day written and practical assessment
without having to take a refresher course. If the candidate achieves a
minimum of 70% on the written assessment and a 'Pass' on the practical
assessment, they will be issued a renewal certificate.
If no proof of work can be provided, the candidate must take the TPTI
refresher course. If the candidate achieves a minimum of 70% on the written
assessment and a 'Pass' on the practical assessment of the refresher course,
they will be issued a renewal certificate.
When a candidate fails the assessment, he/she can retest the failed portion of
the assessment within eight weeks; otherwise, a six-month period is required
prior to attending another Offshore Basic Crane Operator course.
The recommended duration of this training and assessment session should
be not less than 20 hours contact time with a ratio of 5%:95% theory and
practical.
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In order that a competence program may be delivered successfully it is essential that
the correct people are present to support the program and that the appropriate
facilities and equipment are in place.
B.1 Staff
Instructional staff will be required to carry out training and assessors will be
required to judge candidate's competence. It is important that the staff
involved have the appropriate qualifications and experience.
- a) Trainers will:
Have a minimum of 5 years experience as a crane operator.
Hold (or have held) a heavy lift crane operator license,
Be trained and qualified in instructional/lecture techniques and/or have
proven instructing/teaching experience.
Have training and experience in crane operations including training from
recognized providers and on the job experience.
Be included in an ongoing staff training program which enables them to
maintain and update skills and knowledge.
Be able to clearly communicate in the English language
Have knowledge of applicable Thai and International Standards and
Regulations applicable to Crane Operations and Safety
- b) Assessors must be:
Discipline experts trained and qualified in assessment techniques
Knowledgeable of the areas being assessed
- c) All staff must have the appropriate competences to conduct/assist the
element of training being conducted.
- d) Ail Training staff will be trained in the causes and consequences
stress/anxiety, coping skills and how to manage delegates who are
suffering from anxiety.
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B.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio
- a) It is recommended that the maximum number of delegates attending this
program is 10.
- b) The following ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be
supervised by one Instructor at any one time during each activity.
Theory 1:10
Practical 1:5
B.3 Facilities
It is important to make sure that facilities as listed below are available.
Administration arrangements appropriate for enrolment and certification of delegates
and all aspects of the delivery of training in accordance with this standard.
Theory training area(s) so designed to enable each delegate view, to hear and
participate fully in the subject matter being taught.
Practical
Mobile onshore crane so designed to enable delegates to gain hands-on
experience of moving loads in a live environment as follows:
- a) Crane pre lift inspections
- b) Crane lift / execution plan implementation
- c) Working practice with riggers / slingers
- d) Working practice on crane post operations inspection
A training simulator so designed to enable each delegate, to practice the
following:
- e) Working practice with riggers / slingers
- f) Working practice with moving loads under at least three offshore scenarios
- g) Working practice on use of load charts
All facilities must be maintained and where appropriate, inspected and tested
in accordance with current standards/legislation and manufacturers
recommendations.
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B.4 Equipment
- a) Different types of equipment may be required and it is important to make sure
that is both available and fit for purpose
- Mobile onshore crane having lifting capacity of 100 - 250 MT
- Offshore Crane simulator
- Rigging and supporting equipment for demonstration purposes
All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and
tested in accordance with current standards/legislation, guidance and
manufacturers recommendations
