OPITO Approved Standard

Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training

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OPITO APPROVED STANDARD

Offshore Crane Operator

Stage 2 Training
OPITO Standard Code: 9035
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OPITO STANDARDS

OPITO is an Industry-owned not-for-profit organisation that exists solely to service the needs of
the Oil and Gas Industry.

OPITO is employer led in all aspects of what it does, therefore all standards development
activities are at the behest of industry employers. The standards are driven by the needs of
employers to help create a safe and competent workforce.

This standard is owned by the Oil and Gas Industry and maintained by OPITO who are the
nominated custodians of all Industry standards within the OPITO portfolio which carry the
OPITO logo.

The contents of this document were developed by an industry workgroup facilitated and
supported by OPITO. The workgroup consisted of representation from a cross section of oil and
gas industry employers, discipline experts working within the industry and members of the
OPITO Approved Training network.

This standard has been verified and accepted through the governance and integrity
management model for OPITO standards.

Guidance on this standard is available by contacting OPITO at: Standards enquiries

This standard has been designed to accommodate global variations in national legislation
and regulations. In the absence of relevant national legislation and regulations, OPITO
approved centres should use legislative and regulatory criteria specified within this Standard

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Record of Changes to Standard

Revision & Amendments Agreed by Checked by Approved by
Sept Industry
Revision 0 M. Carr P. Lammiman
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No. Amendment & Date Section Amended by Checked by Approved by

Any amendments made to this standard by OPITO will be recorded above.

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Contents

Introduction and Competence Route ........................................................................................................5

SECTION A OCO Stage 2 Training..........................................................................................................8
A.1 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING TARGET GROUP ....................................................................... 8
A.2 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING DELEGATE PRE-REQUISITES ...................................................... 8
A.3 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING PHYSICAL AND STRESSFUL DEMANDS ........................................ 9
A.4 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING AIM AND OBJECTIVES .............................................................. 10
A.5 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING LEARNING OUTCOMES ............................................................ 11
A.6 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ................................................... 14
A.7 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING DURATION AND TIMING ............................................................ 15
A.8 OCO STAGE 2 TRAINING PROGRAMME .......................................................................... 16
SECTION B Refresher Training – Not Applicable .............................................................................. 26
SECTION C Resources ......................................................................................................................... 27
C.1 STAFF ......................................................................................................................... 27
C.2 TRAINER/DELEGATE RATIO ........................................................................................... 27
C.3 LOCATION OF TRAINING ................................................................................................ 28
C.4 FACILITIES ................................................................................................................... 29
C.5 EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................. 30
C.6 CRANE SPECIFICATION ................................................................................................. 31
C.6.1 Crane types suitable for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres ..................... 31
C.6.2 Crane types NOT suitable for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres ............ 31
C.6.3 Crane specification for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres ....................... 32
C.6.4 Crane Simulator Specification ............................................................................. 34
SECTION D ADMINISTRATION & CERTIFICATION ............................................................................ 35
D.1 JOINING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................ 35
D.2 VALIDITY AND RENEWAL ............................................................................................... 35
D.3 CERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................ 35
Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations ................................................................................................... 36
Appendix 1 OPITO Information ............................................................................................................. 37
Appendix 2 OCO Stage 2 Training Checklist ....................................................................................... 38
Appendix 3 Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 (workplace experience) Logbook ............................ 44

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Introduction and Competence Route

OPITO was tasked by industry to develop a robust minimum standard for training and
competence assessment for the offshore crane operator role. An industry workgroup which
comprised of relevant crane operations and lifting experts agreed on a three-stage training and
competence route which took into consideration individuals who were new to crane operations
as well as experienced crane operators.

These offshore crane operator standards apply to operators of the main types of offshore
cranes which can undertake a range of crane lifting operations, which may include: lifts on
offshore installations, subsea lifts, diving support vessels lifts, well intervention vessels lifts and
offshore construction vessels lifts.

This standard specifies OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training and logged
workplace experience only.

The OPITO Offshore Crane Operator’s training, competence assessment and re-assessment is
comprised of three key stages.
The three key stages are set out below:

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Offshore Crane Operator (OCO) Key Stages

OPITO OCO Stage 1: The Introductory Training Programme
This programme provides introductory training for individuals that have little or no crane
operating experience. Delegates successfully completing the Introductory Training Programme
will be awarded an OPITO Stage 1 Offshore Crane Operator Introductory Training certificate;
this entitles the delegate to progress to OCO Stage 2 Training followed by supervised OCO
Stage 2 workplace experience.
This training programme does not deem the successful delegate competent to operate offshore
cranes unsupervised. The OCO Stage 1 Training certificate has no expiry but delegates wishing
to progress to Stage 2 must undertake OCO Stage 2 Training within twelve months otherwise
they will be required to repeat OCO Stage 1 Training.

OPITO OCO Stage 2: Training, supervised workplace experience and assessment

OCO Stage 2 Training, which is more advanced training than Stage 1, must be undertaken
within 12 months of gaining a Stage 1 OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Certificate. Crane
operators with verifiable experience can opt to undertake OCO Stage 2 Training without
completing Stage 1 Training. Stage 2 training must be undertaken before undertaking Stage 2
workplace experience.

The OCO Stage 2 Workplace Experience part of the programme requires the offshore crane
operator candidate to complete a series of supervised workplace tasks in order to gain relevant
experience. The candidate must complete a log book record of the supervised crane operator
tasks. Candidates that have completed the Stage 2 log book requirements within two years of
successful completion of OCO Stage 2 Training will be eligible to undertake the next stage of
the programme, which is the OCO Stage 2 Competence Assessment programme. The OCO
Stage 2 Training Programme will have to be repeated if the Stage 2 Logbook isn’t completed
within the two-year time period.

OCO Stage 2 Competence Assessment programme: Candidates will be assessed against

specific criteria for conducting in-board lifts (deck lifts). Successful candidates will be awarded
with an OPITO OCO Stage 2 Competence Assessment certificate and become certified to
conduct unsupervised in-board (deck lifts) on fixed, floating structures and vessels whi
ch includes loading or offloading from a floating structure or vessel when moored adjacent to a
quayside. The certificate is valid for 2 years.

OCO Stage 2 Competence Reassessment programme: OPITO-certified Stage 2 offshore

crane operators can maintain their OPITO OCO Stage 2 Competence Assessment certification
by successfully completing a reassessment within two years of their initial Stage 2 assessment.
Each successive certificate is valid for 2 years.

Continued.

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Offshore Crane Operator (OCO) Key Stages continued.

Note 1: Experienced Stage 2 non-OPITO-certified offshore crane operators can become OPITO
OCO Stage 2-certified by successfully completing the OPITO OCO Stage 2 Reassessment
programme.
Note 2: Experienced onshore crane operators and personnel that have undergone the
equivalent of the OPITO OCO Stage 1 Training (as a minimum), can start their OPITO certified
training and competence programme at OCO Stage 2 Training and Assessment programme –
provided they have the relevant evidence of the equivalent training.

OPITO OCO Stage 3: Workplace experience and competence assessment

OPITO OCO Stage 3 specifies the workplace experience requirement and the assessment
process and criteria for conducting over-side lifts for three different types of offshore
structures:

1. Fixed structures e.g. offshore platforms, jack-up rigs etc.

2. Floating structures e.g. FPSOs, Semi-submersibles and diving support vessels.
3. Deployment and recovery of loads from vessels e.g. well intervention vessels and diving
support vessels.

OCO Stage 3 candidates must choose which type of structure they want to complete workplace
experience and undertake an assessment for. An OPITO OCO Stage 3 Competence
Assessment certificate will be awarded to the successful candidate for one of the three structure
types; candidates cannot gain all three certificates at the same time i.e. they must complete
workplace experience and undertake an initial assessment programme for one structure type.
Should an offshore crane operator want an OPITO Competence Assessment certificate for a
different structure type to the one they are certified for, they must complete logged workplace
experience and undertake an Initial first assessment programme for that specific structure type.

The OPITO OCO Stage 3 certificate is valid for 2 years. (Each certificate will specify a
structure type)
If OPITO-certified Stage 3 offshore crane operators want to maintain OPITO OCO Stage 3
certification, they will need to be reassessed every two years by undertaking an OPITO-
approved reassessment programme. The OCO Stage 3 reassessment can be undertaken on a
simulator only or a combination of a simulator and actual crane.

Related OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Standard Documents

OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 1 (Introductory) Training Standard

OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Competence Assessment Standard
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 3 Competence Assessment Standard

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SECTION A OCO Stage 2 Training

A.1 OCO Stage 2 Training Target Group

The Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Programme is for:

a) Individuals who have successfully completed the OPITO OCO Stage 1 Training and
wish to progress to the next stage which is a more advanced training programme.

Or:

b) Onshore crane operators who wish to undertake the OPITO Offshore Crane Operator
Stage 2 Training.

A.2 OCO Stage 2 Training Delegate Pre-requisites

Delegates who wish to undertake OCO Stage 2 Training will require:

a) An *OPITO-approved OCO Stage 1 Training certificate, or

b) An industry-recognised onshore crane operator certificate, or
c) A company certificate and relevant evidence which states that they have completed the
equivalent of OPITO Offshore Crane Operator OCO Stage 1 Training within the last 12
months.

*The OPITO OCO Stage 1 certificate must be one year old or less.

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A.3 OCO Stage 2 Training Physical and Stressful Demands

Training activities contained within this Standard may include physically demanding and
potentially stressful elements. All personnel who participate in such activities must be physically
and mentally capable of participating fully.

OPITO-approved Centres are therefore required, as a minimum, to ensure that prior to

participating in practical exercises the delegate or candidate provides written confirmation that
they deem themselves physically and mentally capable of undertaking all aspects of the
training. Centres must also make the delegate aware that they must immediately inform the
Centre staff if this capability changes – at any time prior to, or during the programme.

Delegates must be advised that they are required to declare any current or pre-existing medical
conditions which may be exacerbated by, or impair their ability to complete, the training
programme. Should this be the case, the individual may be required to provide an authentic
medical certificate issued since any identified medical condition was diagnosed.
The OPITO-approved Centre shall keep a record of the delegate’s declaration of fitness in
accordance with their document control policy(s) or procedures.

This information, along with summary details of the type of physical activities the
delegate/candidate will be asked to perform, will be given to delegates by the OPITO-approved
Centre and, if applicable, to their sponsoring company as part of the joining instructions. The
responsibility for declaring any known current or pre-existing medical conditions that could have
adverse effects to the individual’s state of health while undertaking the training activities lies with
the delegate and/or company sponsoring the delegate.

Where doubt exists regarding the fitness of any delegate, the OPITO-approved Centre should
direct the individual to consult a medical officer familiar with the nature and extent of the
training.

Note: Practical exercises must be designed and delivered solely to meet this Standard,
and must not place on the delegates/candidates any physical or mental demands other
than those required to meet the Standard.

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A.4 OCO Stage 2 Training Aim and Objectives

The aim of the Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Programme is to provide the delegate
with more advanced training than that given in the OCO Stage 1 Introductory Training which
then allows the successful delegate to progress to OPITO’s OCO Stage 2 supervised workplace
experience offshore.
It will also prepare experienced onshore crane operators for undertaking crane operations
in an offshore environment; they too will need to undergo OCO Stage 2 offshore work
experience and assessment before being deemed competent to undertake OCO Stage 2
offshore lifting operations unsupervised.

Note: This OCO Stage 2 Training programme is not a formal assessment of competence, and
therefore successful completion of this training by a delegate cannot not be used as an
entitlement to operate an offshore crane unsupervised.

The key objectives

On successful completion of this training programme, the delegate:

1. Will be able to identify and explain key elements of relevant legislation.

2. Will be aware of the different types of offshore cranes.
3. Will gain an understanding of the role and responsibilities of the offshore crane operator
and safety implications attached to that role.
4. Will gain an understanding of the main crane controls, operational safety systems,
emergency safety systems, working limitations
5. Will gain an understanding of hazards associated with offshore crane operations and
safe working practices of an offshore crane operator.
6. Will gain an understanding of typical first-line maintenance and inspection requirements
for an offshore crane.
7. Will have practiced and demonstrated operating a crane following a lifting plan for a
range of lifts with a variety of loads.
8. Will be able to respond appropriately to typical offshore crane malfunctions.

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A.5 OCO Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes

To successfully complete OCO Stage 2 Training, specific learning outcomes must be met by the
delegates. The learning outcomes are specified for each of the following modules:

MODULE 1 Offshore Crane Systems (Learning Outcomes)

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to:

(1) Identify different types of offshore cranes.

(2) Identify the main components on an offshore crane, where they are located and
their principle functions.
(3) Explain the basic principles of crane stability and crane configuration.
(4) Explain what is meant by crane safe working loads (SWL) and the purpose of
load charts.
(5) Know how to interpret typical offshore crane load charts.
(6) Explain the purpose of rated capacity indicators, how they are used and the
use of sea state information.
(7) Identify different types of rated capacity indicators
(8) Explain the basic construction of crane wire ropes.
(9) Explain the maintenance and inspection that must be undertaken on crane wire
ropes.
(10) Explain wear deterioration of wire ropes and basic discard criteria.
(11) Explain the correct spooling of crane wire ropes on the winch drums.
(12) Explain the basic construction of crane pennants and hooks.
(13) Explain the purpose of boom, hoist and slew limiting systems.
(14) Explain the purpose of constant rope tension systems.
(15) Explain the operation and purpose of manually operated overload protection
systems.
(16) Explain the operation and purpose of automatically operated overload
protection systems.

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MODULE 2 Offshore Crane Operations (Learning Outcomes)

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to:

(1) Explain the roles of the offshore crane operator, the banksman and the
slingers.
(2) Identify the main hand signals used for crane operations.
(3) Explain radio communication protocols for controlling crane operations.
(4) Explain the main requirements of relevant legislation relating to offshore crane
lifting operations.
(5) Identify the key components of a safe system of work and the typical
documents that would be required.
(6) Explain typical hazards associated with offshore crane operations, to include:

(a) Positions of people within the lifting operation area.

(b) Helicopter activities on crane operations.
(c) Environmental conditions
(d) Dynamic forces on loads
(e) Lifting dangerous goods
(f) Blind lifts
(g) Proximity hazards
(h) Overloading of lifting equipment
(i) Lifting loads over live plant

(7) Explain typical controls that would be put in place to eliminate or minimise risks
associated with the hazards identified above.
(8) State three human factor issues which may affect the safety of a lifting
operation.

MODULE 3 Dynamic loading (Learning Outcomes)

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to:

(1) Explain the term: dynamic amplification factor (DAF) and Dynamic Coefficient
(2) Explain the main effects of dynamic loading.
(3) State examples of dynamic loading.
(4) Explain the principles of constant tension and heave compensation systems.

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MODULE 4 Offshore Crane Operations (Theoretical Learning outcomes)

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to:

(1) Identify the checks that should be carried out on an offshore crane and explain
how and when they should be done.
(2) Explain typical first-line crane maintenance and defect reporting and recording.
(3) Explain how conflicting activities may affect lifting operations.
(4) Explain the effects of environmental conditions on crane lifting operations.
(5) Explain safe lifting principles that should be employed.
(6) Explain safe crane operating techniques that should be employed.
(7) Explain the purpose of lifting plans.
(8) Explain the key elements of a lifting operation risk assessment.
(9) Explain the purpose of a toolbox talk and why it is important personnel are
aware of their duties and responsibilities during the lifting operation.
(10) Explain the checks that have to be done for crane load laydown areas.
(11) Explain why it is necessary for the crane operator to establish normal and
emergency access and egress routes of an offshore crane.

MODULE 4 Offshore Crane Operations (Practical Learning Outcomes)

To successfully complete this module, delegates must be able to demonstrate the following
(with continual improvement):

(12) Complying with the requirements of the risk assessment and lifting plan
applicable to the crane lifting operation.
(13) Undertaking pre-operational checks on the crane.
(14) Undertaking operational and functional tests on the crane.
(15) Operation of the crane (unladen) to gain familiarisation and confidence of the
crane controls and functions (crane and crane simulator).
(16) Lifting, transferring and placing loads within the working range and safe
working capacity of the crane. (refer to A.8 Module 4 Element 4.3 for details of
lifts)
(17) Operating a crane to follow a planned load path avoiding proximity and ground
hazards.
(18) Application of safe operating techniques whilst operating the crane, to include:
good swing control, height/distance judgement and control coordination.
(19) Simultaneous operation of at least two crane control functions
(20) Correctly responding to banksman hand signals and radio instructions.
(21) Correctly implementing crane shutdown procedures and making the crane safe
following a simulated installation emergency alarm.
(22) Correctly respond to crane alarms and malfunctions specified.

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A.6 OCO Stage 2 Training Performance Evaluation

Delegates attending the OCO Stage 2 Training Programme will be given a series of
explanations and demonstrations by training staff. Throughout the programme, delegates will be
given theory tests, compiled by the approved centre, to check their understanding of the
knowledge elements of the Modules - specified in the Learning Outcomes from Section A.5.
Tests will be *open book, and include a minimum of 50 questions. Tests must incorporate a mix
of the following question types:

(a) Multiple choice

(b) True/false
(c) A small number of questions that require written answers.
The test pass mark is 80%.

*Open book: delegates can refer to their notes during tests.

Note: For the purpose of delegate performance evaluation, where learning outcomes use the
phrase ‘delegates must be able to explain’: it is acceptable that the delegate can choose the
correct explanation from a pre-written list of explanations provided by the OPITO-approved
Centre.

Module 4 has practical elements in which the delegates must take an active part to allow them
to demonstrate their skills, knowledge and understanding of offshore crane operating principles.
Delegate performance in these exercises must be evaluated against relevant Module 4 learning
outcomes.
Results from theory tests and practical exercises must be fed back to the delegates by the end
of training programme.
Note: The emergency response learning outcome (Module 4 LO 21) will be achieved using a
crane simulator which is set up to introduce basic emergency response techniques that the
crane operator might have to use offshore.
Training instructors are required to complete the OCO Stage 2 Training Checklist Record in
Appendix 2 of this standard by entering their initials in the LO achieved/not achieved section.

Training instructors must identify any gaps in delegate’s learning and make reasonable effort to
address the gaps to help delegates meet the required learning outcomes.

Adequate time must be built into the training programme to allow for performance feedback to
the delegate.
If any delegate fails to meet the standard, in the opinion of the training providers and after
reasonable tuition, the OCO Stage 2 Training Programme will need to be repeated at a later
date for the delegate to be awarded the certificate.

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A.7 OCO Stage 2 Training Duration and Timing

The duration of the Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Programme is 40 hours (five
days) with an approximate ratio of 30% : 70% theory:practical. Where this training is part of a
programme of longer duration the total contact time per day must not exceed 8 hours and the
total training day must not exceed 10 hours. The total training day includes contact time,
refreshment and meal breaks and travel between training sites where applicable.

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A.8 OCO Stage 2 Training Programme

Training modules and elements must be delivered in a way that progressively builds up the
knowledge and skills of the delegate. The contents in Appendix 1 must be covered at the
beginning of the course. Delegates must be given an explanation of where Offshore Crane
Operator (OCO) Stage 2 fits in OPITO’s OCO Training and Competence Framework, and the
timeframes to complete the subsequent OCO Stages.

To make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning: there should, wherever practicable,
be an integration of the three phases of explanation, demonstration and practise. Full use
should be made of audio/visual aids and course handout material. Training staff must give
practical demonstrations for all training activities where delegates are required to practice and
demonstrate what they have learned.
Each module must be introduced by the training staff, and include:
(a) Aim – The main purpose of the module
(b) Learning Outcomes – What the delegates are expected to learn
(c) Timetable – Training module duration and timing
(d) Evaluation – How delegates will be evaluated and what they will be evaluated against
(e) Staff - Who will be delivering the training and roles of training support staff

The Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Programme consists of the following modules
and elements:

Module 1 Offshore Crane Systems

Element 1.1 Types of offshore cranes
Element 1.2 Main systems and components of offshore cranes
Element 1.3 Offshore crane configurations and principles of stability
Element 1.4 Crane operational safety systems
Element 1.5 Crane wire ropes
Element 1.6 Crane pennants and hooks
Element 1.7 Emergency safety systems

Module 2 Offshore Crane Operator Role and Responsibilities

Element 2.1 The roles and responsibilities of personnel in an offshore crane operation lifting
team
Element 2.2 Communications
Element 2.3 Regulations and safe systems of work

Module 3 Dynamic loading

Element 3.1 The causes and effects of dynamic loading

Module 4 Offshore Crane Operations

Element 4.1 Principles of offshore crane operations
Element 4.2 Preparations for undertaking crane lifting operations
Element 4.3 Undertaking crane lifting operations
Note: Module 4 practical elements will be undertaken in both a simulator and a crane.
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MODULE 1 Offshore Crane Systems

ELEMENT 1.1 Types of offshore cranes

Training instructors to explain:

1.1.1 The main design differences and operating characteristics of different types
of offshore cranes, to include:
a) pedestal
b) kingpost
c) ram luffing
d) knuckle boom

ELEMENT 1.2 Main systems and components of offshore cranes

Training instructors to explain:

1.2.1 The main offshore crane components, their location on the crane and their
principle functions.
1.2.2 Typical offshore crane power packs.
1.2.3 Typical offshore crane transmission systems
1.2.4 Typical offshore crane control systems.
1.2.5 Typical offshore crane emergency load lowering systems.

ELEMENT 1.3 Offshore crane configurations and principles of stability

Training instructors to explain:

1.3.1 The basic crane principles of stability for fixed and for floating installations.
1.3.2 Basic offshore crane configurations, to include the reeving of main hook
blocks and changing boom lengths.

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ELEMENT 1.4 Crane operational safety systems

Training instructors to explain:

1.4.1 Safe working loads (SWL) and working load limits (WLL)
1.4.2 Boom, hoist and slew limiting systems.
1.4.3 Rated capacity indicators, how they are used and use of sea state
information.
1.4.4 The different types of rated capacity indicators.
1.4.5 Crane load charts and how to interpret load chart data.
1.4.6 Constant rope tension systems.

ELEMENT 1.5 Crane wire ropes

Training instructors to explain:

1.5.1 Construction and specification of crane wire ropes.

1.5.2 Maintenance and inspection of wire ropes.
1.5.3 Wear, deterioration and discard criteria of crane wire ropes
1.5.4 Installation and spooling of crane wire ropes on winch drums.

ELEMENT 1.6 Crane pennants and hooks

Training instructors to explain:

1.6.1 Construction and specification of crane pennants and hooks

1.6.2 Maintenance and inspection of crane pennants and hooks
1.6.3 Wear, deterioration and discard criteria of crane pennants and hooks

ELEMENT 1.7 Emergency safety systems

Training instructors to explain the purpose and principle of operation of:

1.7.1 Manually operated overload protection systems (MOPS)

1.7.2 Automatically operated overload protection systems (AOPS).

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MODULE 2 Offshore Crane Operator Role and Responsibilities

ELEMENT 2.1 The roles and responsibilities of personnel in an offshore crane

operation lifting team

Training instructors to explain:

2.1.1 Roles and responsibilities of the offshore crane operator, the banksman
(signaller) and that of the slingers (load handlers)

ELEMENT 2.2 Communications

Training instructors to explain:

2.2.1 Banksman hand signals – and awareness of regional variations.

2.2.2 Radio communication protocols for controlling crane operations.

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ELEMENT 2.3 Regulations and safe systems of work

Training instructors to explain:

2.3.1 Legislative requirements and documentation relevant to offshore crane

operations, to include the following:

(a) An overview of relevant health and safety legislation.

(b) Relevant lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations, to include:
planning, risk assessing and conducting lifting operations.
(c) Awareness of relevant International standards for crane operations.

2.3.2 Key components of Safe Systems of Work SSOW and typical documents
such as permits, procedures and tool box talk records. To include lifting
plans, risk assessments and classification of lifts into routine and non-routine.
2.3.3 Typical hazards associated with offshore crane operations, to include:

(a) Positions of people within the lifting operation area.

(b) Effects of helicopter activity on crane operations.
(c) Environmental conditions
(d) Dynamic forces on loads
(e) Lifting dangerous goods
(f) Blind lifting
(g) Proximity hazards
(h) Overloading of lifting equipment
(i) Lifting over live plant

The typical hazards outlined above to be illustrated using short videos or graphics.

2.3.4 Typical controls that would be put in place to eliminate or minimise risks
associated with the hazards identified above.

2.3.5 Human factors during lifting operations, to include:

(a) The right and obligation to stop the job if there are any concerns about
the lifting operation.
(b) Crane operator recognising self-capability issues that may affect the
safety of the lifting operation, e.g. fatigue or insufficient experience in a
particular lifting operation.
(c) Team capability e.g. team member conflict or health and safety concerns
about team member/s.

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MODULE 3 Dynamic Loading

ELEMENT 3.1 The causes and effects of dynamic loading

Training instructors to explain:

3.1.1 What is meant by the term: dynamic amplification factor (DAF) and Dynamic
coefficient.
3.1.2 Dynamic forces acting on loads and their effects, to include:

a) Vessel or structure motion.

b) Hydrodynamic characteristics, to include: added mass, buoyancy and
drag forces on load.
c) Loads passing through the wave/splash zone.
d) Loads landed onto or retrieval from the sea bed – effects of seabed
suction, to include: vacuum effect on the load stuck to seabed which
requires additional lift to release vacuum effect.
e) Additional load calculation requirement and crane loading due to
sudden release of load from the seabed.
f) How the load centre of gravity and balance will be different or changing
as it moves from atmosphere to subsurface (from air to water) and vice
versa. The crane operator to allow time to flood or drain gradually if
required.
g) Load forces being affected by load shape, size, weight or contents.

3.1.3 Constant-tension systems

3.1.4 Heave compensation systems.

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MODULE 4 Offshore Crane Operations

ELEMENT 4.1 Principles of offshore crane operations

Training instructors to explain:

4.1.1 Key crane inspection criteria, pre-start checks, pre-operational checks,

running checks, first-line maintenance, defect reporting and the recording of
same.
4.1.2 How conflicting activities may affect the lifting operations, to include the
following activities: proximity work, deck operations, helicopter and wireline
operations.
4.1.3 Environmental conditions liable to affect the lifting operation, to include:
adverse weather, sea state, visibility and temperature extremes.
4.1.4 Safe lifting principles, to include: centering the hook, knowing the load weight
and load path, load path hazard identification and good lifting operation
communications.
4.1.5 Crane operating techniques, to include: slew/swing control, height and
distance judgement and crane controls coordination.
4.1.6 Complexities of tandem lifts and ’tailing’ of loads.

ELEMENT 4.2 Preparations for undertaking crane lifting operations

Training staff to explain and demonstrate:

4.2.1 Planning the lifting operation and key elements of a lifting plan.
4.2.2 The purpose of risk assessing the lifting operation and key elements of a
lifting operation risk assessment.
4.2.3 The key elements of and importance of participating in the toolbox talk (TBT).
4.2.4 How to ensure that all associated personnel are aware of and understand
their duties and responsibilities for the lifting operation.
4.2.5 Risks associated with personnel transfer and the requirement for crane and
personnel carrier to be certified.
4.2.6 Typical unsafe areas and positions of personnel involved in crane lifting
operations.
4.2.7 Crane load laydown area suitability checks, to include: laydown area
dimensions, deck loading and accessibility issues.
4.2.8 Establishing normal and emergency crane access and egress for the crane
operator.

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ELEMENT 4.3 Undertaking crane lifting operations

Following explanation and instruction, training staff to provide exercises to enable delegates to
demonstrate the following practical elements of crane operations, showing continual
improvement under supervision of the instructor:

4.3.1 Comply with the requirements of the risk assessment and lifting plan
applicable to the crane lifting operation.
4.3.2 Undertaking pre-operational checks on the crane.
4.3.3 Undertaking crane operational and functional tests.
4.3.4 Operation of the crane (unladen) to gain familiarisation and confidence of the
crane controls and functions.
4.3.5 Lifting, transferring and placing loads within the working range and safe
working capacity of the crane, Refer to Crane and Crane Simulator Exercises.
4.3.6 Operating the crane following planned load path avoiding proximity hazards
and ground hazards.
4.3.7 Application of safe operating techniques, to include: slew/swing control and
crane controls coordination.
4.3.8 Height/distance judgment techniques.
4.3.9 Simultaneous operation of at least two crane control functions.
4.3.10 Correct response to banksman’s hand signals and radio instructions.
4.3.11 Correctly implementing shutdown procedures and making the crane safe
following a simulated installation emergency alarm.

Continued on next page.

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Element 4.3 continued.

4.3.12 Correct response and actions an offshore crane operator would take for
typical crane malfunctions and alarms (crane simulator to be used).

Following relevant training from instructors, delegates will be given the

opportunity to practice the correct response to at least one of the critical
malfunctions and alarms (see table below) from each of the four categories
specified. Instructors will explain how to respond to critical malfunctions &
alarms not covered during delegate practical exercises.

Exercises for Crane Simulator Only.

Critical Malfunctions & Alarms

Crane Malfunctions Control Malfunctions
1 Diesel engine failure 1 Lock hoist joystick at current setting
2 Uncontrolled descent of the load 2 PLC failure: joysticks reversed
3 Uncontrolled descent of the boom 3 PLC low voltage: crane moves by itself
4 Limit switch failure
Load Malfunctions Alarms
1 Sling break 1 Low lube oil pressure
2 Load shift 2 High coolant temperature
3 Load / hook snagged 3 High hydraulic oil temperature
4 90%, 100% and 110% of SWL

Instructors will explain to delegates, how to respond to all non-critical malfunctions & alarms
specified in the table below, but if time permits, instructors may allow delegates to practice
responding some of these.

Non-critical Malfunctions & Alarms

Crane Malfunctions Control Malfunctions

1 Uncontrolled spooling in or out of winch
2 Cavitation of winch motor
3 Hydraulic system failure
4 Slew brake activates unexpectedly
5 Winch creeping down
6 Boom creeping down
Load Malfunctions
1 Lock slew joystick at current setting
2 Lock Luff joystick at current setting
Alarms
1 High lube oil temperature
2 Low hydraulic oil level
3 Low hydraulic oil pressure

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Crane and Crane Simulator Exercises

Lifting operations to be completed by each delegate.

Each delegate must perform all of the ‘Types of Lifting Operation’ (1-6) specified below.
Each delegate must use all of the loads specified in List 1 at least once during lifting
operations.

Types of Lifting Operation

1. Lifting a load from one location to another specified location.

2. Lifting a load to and from a confined or restricted area.
3. Lifting a load with an offset centre of gravity.
4. Conducting a blind lift.
5. Lift involving a load with a large surface area.
6. Lifting a personnel carrier (personnel not to be lifted.)

List 1: Loads to be lifted using a crane (i.e. not a simulator)

a) Cargo handling units, to include:

i. General containers
ii. Baskets
iii. Half-heights

b) Single tubular
c) Tubular bundles (drill pipe or well casing) or scaffold tubes
d) Cargo nets
e) Load with a large surface area
f) Crane-assisted personnel carrier (modern type) Note: personnel not to be lifted.
g) Bulk hose transfer (this may be completed using a simulator if facility doesn’t allow
for this lifting operation)

Each delegate must perform all of the following lifting operations on a crane simulator:

List 2: Lifting operations using a simulator

a) Topping and tailing loads using two cranes

b) Bulk hose transfer
c) Dual or tandem lift
d) Lift involving a load where the centre of gravity changes throughout the lift e.g.
container of fluid.
e) Lift involving a subsea lifting operation.

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SECTION C Resources

In order that this training programme may be delivered successfully it is essential that training
staff possess the relevant knowledge and skills required to support the programme and that the
appropriate facilities and equipment are in place.

C.1 Staff

Instructional staff will be required to carry out training and evaluate the delegate’s performance.
It is important that the staff involved have the appropriate qualifications and experience.

All instructional staff must

(a) Be occupationally competent i.e. they must hold, as a minimum, a valid OPITO
Stage 3 Offshore Crane Operator competence certificate or *equivalent Stage 3
certificate, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in the offshore crane operator
role.
(b) Have been trained in instructional/training techniques and/or have proven
instructing experience.
(c) Be included in an ongoing training and development programme, which ensures
they are aware and knowledgeable of all changes to relevant legislation and
industry requirements.

* Training Centres must have a working plan to ensure that instructors that hold OCO Stage 3
non-OPITO certificates will become OPITO-approved OCO Stage 3 competent Offshore Crane
Operators.

Support roles
All staff must have the appropriate competencies to conduct/assist with the element of training
being undertaken.

C.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio

The maximum number of delegates undertaking the Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training
Programme is six.
The following ratios indicate the maximum number of delegates to be supervised by one
instructor at any one time during each activity:

Instructor: Delegate ratio:

Theoretical Training: 1:6
Practical Training: 1:3

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C.3 Location of Training

It is recognised that certain elements this Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training
Programme can be undertaken in the workplace (which may be offshore). Accordingly, this
Standard has been deemed suitable for ‘on-location’ training. However, prior to any such
training taking place, OPITO-approved Training and/or Assessment Centres must comply with
the following requirements:

(a) Prior to initial approval, the Training and/or Assessment Centre will specify a single
onshore ‘approved site’ and advise OPITO of its intention to carry out training
remotely i.e. ‘on-location’.
(b) Prior to initial approval, the Training and/or Assessment Centre will advise OPITO
where all their remote training is expected to take place. After approval is awarded,
any additional training locations must be communicated to OPITO as and when they
arise.
(c) The Training and/or Assessment Centre shall ensure the suitability of ‘on-location’
facilities and arrangements prior to each training and /or assessment programme.
(d) Documented evidence must be retained to show that training at the remote site
meets the criteria detailed in this OPITO standard including, but not limited to,
facilities, equipment and qualifications of relevant staff (see Section C.3).
(e) Documented evidence shall be retained that record all measures required to assure
the quality and safety of ‘on-location’ training activities.
(f) All records must be retained at the single onshore ‘approved site’ (see Point (a)
above).
(g) OPITO reserves the right to audit any or all of the remote sites operated by the
Training and/or Assessment Centre at any time.

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C.4 Facilities

The OPITO-approved Training Centre must, as a minimum, comply with the following:

1. Administration arrangements to support delegates from booking through registration

and assessment to certification
2. Theory training area(s) so designed to enable each delegate to participate fully.

3. Practical training areas/areas so designed to accommodate the full working area of the
crane operations activities and to enable each delegate to participate fully.

4. Demonstration areas (including crane simulator) in which the techniques can be

delivered and practised safely during training.

5. First Aid Facilities

Appropriate first aid facilities and equipment as specified in the training centre’s risk
assessments, and sufficient staff, trained in the use of the facilities and equipment.

OPITO-approved Centres that undertake on-location practical training must only comply with
items 1, 3 and 5 specified above.

All facilities must be maintained and where appropriate, inspected and tested in
accordance with current standards/legislation.

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C.5 Equipment

As a minimum, the following equipment is required to meet the stated content of the OCO Stage
2 Training Programme:

1. A crane – refer to Section C.6.1 to C.6.3 for details

2. A crane simulator – refer to Section C.6.4 for details
3. Variety of items to be lifted (refer to lists specified in Element 4.3)
4. Lifting accessories - appropriate for items being lifted
5. Rated capacity indicator/s.

Risk assessments must be conducted and documented for all training activities.

All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested in
accordance with current standards/legislation, guidance and manufacturers
recommendations.

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C.6 Crane Specification

Note: A crane and a crane simulator must be used for this OCO Stage 2 Training Programme.

C.6.1 Crane types suitable for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres
Only the following crane types are considered suitable for OCO Stage 2 training:

1. Pedestal-mounted cranes specifically designed for offshore applications – sometimes

also referred to as second and subsequent generation cranes. First generation offshore
cranes, or similar types, will be required to comply with the requirements for mobile
cranes as detailed in section C.6.3.
These cranes must be fitted with a boom of minimum length 30.5 metres.

2. Custom designed marine cranes located on vessels/ships where these cranes comply
with the mobile crane specification as detailed in section C.6.3

3. Mobile crawler mounted cranes complying with specification detailed in C.6.3

4. Mobile tyre mounted cranes, fitted with outriggers, complying with specification detailed
in C.6.3

C.6.2 Crane types NOT suitable for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres

1. Tower cranes.
2. Dockside cranes.
3. Ship-to-shore cranes and straddle carriers.
4. Shear legs (Scotch derricks)
5. Ringer mounted cranes
6. Cranes with a maximum rated capacity exceeding 200 metric tonnes.
7. Cranes with a maximum rated capacity under 1000 kg.

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C.6.3 Crane specification for OCO Stage 2 Training at onshore centres

Note: This specification also applies to offshore cranes - where actual crane training is
undertaken offshore.

The following detailed specification will cover mobile crawler and mobile tyre-mounted crane
types only - as listed in C.6.1. When using this specification it should be remembered that these
are minimum requirements only and does not preclude suitable onshore cranes of a higher
specification.

Mobile cranes must have a maximum rated capacity of greater than 25 metric tonnes (with
outriggers deployed)

C.6.3.1 Configuration: All mobile cranes must include the following features:
a) Full 360o superstructure slew in either direction.
b) Slewing speed must be greater than 0.5 rpm in either direction.
c) Hoist speed on a single fall and 5.0 tonne on hook must be at least 40 metres/minute.
d) Hoist speed on a single fall unloaded hook must be at least 50 metres/minute.
e) It must be possible to operate at least two crane motions (hoist/boom/slew)
simultaneously.

Boom: Lattice construction is preferred, however box type and telescopic booms are
acceptable provided the boom length is a minimum of 30.5 metres excluding any boom tip
extension or fly jib.

Prime Mover: Diesel engine preferred which must incorporate a form of over speed device (rig
saver) and for mechanical transmission cranes the diesel engine must also have some form of
back driving prevention system. Electric prime movers must also comply with these
requirements.

Transmission System: Either hydraulic or mechanical transmission systems are acceptable

but all crane motions must be fitted with fail safe brakes. If a mechanical transmission system is
fitted then the following conditions are required to be met:-

1) No free-fall facility should be incorporated.

2) If clutches are an integral part of the transmission system then a positive engagement
feature must be incorporated into the design.
3) The power load lowering system must at least be effective with up to 2.5 tonne on the
hook.
4) It must not be possible to dis-engage clutches with any load on the hook.

Continued.

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OCO Stage 2 Crane Specification Continued.

Control System: Electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic control systems are acceptable. All types of

controllers must be failsafe spring-centred to neutral and be clearly identifiable. An emergency
stop button must be positioned in a readily accessible position for the crane operator, actuation
of this control button must instantly shut down the prime mover and all crane motions must
cease.

Control Station: Control stations must be located on the crane revolving super - structure,
remote control stations and control of the crane from within the automotive cab are not
acceptable. Enclosed cab type control stations are preferred which conform to the following
requirements:-

(a) Full 360o all round visibility

(b) Electronic safe load indicator (Rated Capacity Indicator)
(c) Two way radio communication facilities. Delegate operating the crane to get hands-free
voice-activated radio
(d) Manual operated warning horn
(e) Legible and suitably positioned load rating chart
(f) Illuminated control and surveillance panels for operations in the hours of darkness
(g) Demisting facility on front and side windows
(h) Cab must be of sufficient size to accommodate a second person standing behind the
crane operator.

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C.6.4 Crane Simulator Specification

The crane simulator must have the capability to offer emergency exercises specified in A.8
Element 4.3.

Crane Simulator Specification (minimum)

The crane simulator must be able to replicate the main functions of offshore cranes and must
have the following:
1. Offshore crane operators chair
2. Crane controls (Joysticks or equivalent)
3. Two LCD screens – one for boom-tip camera and one for the safe load indicator (SLI)
system
4. Crane panniers – one generic set
5. Instructors control station with PC/screens, instructor software, joystick, fly-around view.
6. Image generation (via projector onto screen/wall or through LCD Screens)
7. Sound and speaker system for crane sound effects
8. Full collision detection within the 3D world
9. Software capable of generating various offshore structures (rig types):
a. Fixed Installation
b. Floating (Semi-submersible or FPSO)
c. Vessels

10. Software capable of generating the main functions of various types of offshore cranes,
such as:
a. Offshore pedestal cranes (Rope-Luffer and king post)
b. Knuckleboom crane
c. Box-boom crane

11. Software for subsea operations, replicating lifting loads through the splash zone, to
include heave compensation, along with appropriate loads for subsea lifts.
12. Software capable of generating various types of supply/standby vessels along with
appropriate loads – CCU’s, hoses, tubulars, personnel lifting devices and control of
vessels.
13. Software capable of generating a variety of environmental conditions:
a. Wind speed and direction
b. Dark and bright conditions
c. Fog, snow and rain
d. Sea states varieties (wave height and length).
14. System allows full recording and printing of data generated by delegates/candidates
while working on simulator.
15. Software capable of generating a selection of crane malfunctions and alarms, as
specified within the relevant standard.
16. Software capable of generating emergency response scenarios, as specified within the
relevant standard.

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SECTION D ADMINISTRATION & CERTIFICATION

D.1 Joining Instructions

The OPITO-approved Training Centre must provide the delegate either with a copy of the
OPITO-approved Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Standard or a link to the Standard
on the OPITO website - so that the delegate can make himself/herself aware of the
requirements of the Standard.

All joining instructions, including information specified in Section A.3, must be given to delegates
by the OPITO-approved Training Centre and, if applicable, to their sponsoring company.

D.2 Validity and Renewal

The Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training certificate has a validity of two years.

D.3 Certification

Training centres are responsible for issuing a certificate direct to the delegate completing the
programme and to the sponsoring company (when required). Each certificate must indicate that
the delegate has been evaluated against and achieved the agreed learning outcomes of the
training programme, and must contain the following:

a) Training Centre name

b) Full OPITO course title stating that it is OPITO-approved
c) OPITO Registration Code
d) Delegate's name
e) Course dates
f) Expiry date
g) Unique Certificate Number (UCN) – Refer to OPITO UCN Guidance doc. for details
h) Training Centre Signatory.

Delegates successfully completing the Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Programme
will be issued with the relevant OPITO certificate and the OPITO centre will also issue the
delegate with an Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Workplace Experience Logbook. Refer to
Appendix 3 for details of Logbook.

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Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations

Terms

Candidate An individual whose ability, knowledge and skills are to be assessed

against the expected performance requirements of the relevant OPITO-
approved standard.

Blind Lifts Lifting loads outwith the crane operator’s line of vision

Delegate Person attending the training course

Lifting Equipment Work equipment for lifting or lowering loads, and includes its
attachments for anchoring, fixing or supporting it e.g. chain hoist, lever
hoist, air hoist, winches, cranes etc.

Lifting Accessories Any device which is used or designated to be used directly or indirectly
to connect a load to a lifting appliance, and which does not form part of
the load, e.g. wire rope slings, synthetic fibre slings, hooks, shackles,
eye bolts etc.

Live plant Plant and equipment that contains pressurised fluids, flowing fluids or
live electrical equipment.

Restricted Access A lifting operation where there are restrictions to the access of the load
to be moved or restrictions to the route of the load.

Valid Certificate An authentic certificate which is in-date i.e. has not expired

Abbreviations

AOPS Automatic Overload Protection System

FPSO Floating Production Storage and Offloading (structure or vessel)
LO Learning Outcome
MOPS Manual Overload Protection System
SSoW Safe Systems of Work
SWL Safe Working Load
RCI Rated Capacity Indicator
TBT Toolbox Talk

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Appendix 1 OPITO Information

The topics listed below are to be delivered as part of the introduction to this course and included
in the Lesson Plans/Instructor guides/Exercise Plans. Additional introduction topics may include
training centre layout and alarms, emergency actions, first aid and domestic arrangements

Mandatory OPITO Information:

a) Medical Fitness
b) CR/Vantage (provided by OPITO)
c) Certification Periods (provided by OPITO)
d) OPITO Customer Service Statement (provided by OPITO)
e) What is OPITO’s role in industry? (provided by OPITO)
f) Emergency Response Framework (provided by OPITO)
g) The roles of employers and training providers (provided by OPITO)
h) Current Global Network of training providers (provided by OPITO)

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Appendix 2 OCO Stage 2 Training Checklist

Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Name Company
Module 1: Offshore Crane Systems (Part 1)
LO LO
Module 1 Learning Outcomes (LO)
achieved not achieved
1. Identify the different types of offshore cranes

Identify the main components on an offshore crane, where

2. they are located and their principle functions
Explain the basic principles of crane stability and crane
3. configuration
Explain what is meant by crane safe working load (SWL) and
4. the purpose of load charts

5. How to interpret typical offshore crane load charts

Explain the purpose of rated capacity indicators, how they are

6. used and the use of sea state information

7. Identify different types of rated capacity indicators

8. Explain the basic construction of crane wire ropes

Explain the maintenance and inspection that must be

9. undertaken on crane wire ropes
Explain wear deterioration of wire ropes and basic discard
10. criteria

Explain the correct spooling of crane wire ropes on the winch

11. drums

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Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Name Company
Module 1: Offshore Crane Systems (Part 2)
LO LO
Module 1 Learning Outcomes (LO)
achieved not achieved
12. Explain the basic construction of crane pennants and hooks

13. Explain the purpose of boom, hoist and slew limiting systems

14. Explain the purpose of constant rope tension systems

Explain the operation and purpose of manually operated

15. overload protection systems
Explain the operation and purpose of automatically operated
16. overload protection systems

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Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Delegate Delegate’s
Name employer
Module 2 Offshore Crane Operator Role and Responsibilities
LO LO
Module 2 Learning Outcomes achieved not achieved
Explain the roles of the offshore crane operator, the banksman
1. and the slingers
2. Identify the main hand signals used for crane operations
Explain radio communication protocols for controlling crane
3. operations
Explain the main requirements of the legislation relating to
4. offshore crane lifting operations
Identify the key components of a safe system of work and the
5. typical documents that would be required
Explain typical hazards associated with offshore crane
6. operations, to include: (a) to (e) in Element 2.3
Explain typical controls that would be put in place to eliminate
7. or minimise risks associated with the hazards identified in LO
6.
State three human factor issues which may affect the safety of
8. a lifting operation.

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Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Delegate Delegate’s
Name employer
Module 3 Dynamic Loading
Module 3 LO LO
Learning Outcomes achieved not achieved
Explain the term: dynamic amplification factor (DAF) and
1. Dynamic Coefficient
2. Explain the main effects of dynamic loading
3. State examples of dynamic loading
Explain the principles of constant tension and heave
4. compensation systems.

Module 3: Instructor Comments

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Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Delegate Delegate’s
Name employer
Module 4 Offshore Crane Operations
LO LO
Module 4 Theoretical Learning Outcomes achieved not achieved
Identify the checks that should be carried out on an offshore
1 crane and explain how and when they should be done.
Explain typical first-line crane maintenance and defect
2
reporting and recording.
3 Explain how conflicting activities may affect lifting operations
Explain the effects of environmental conditions on crane lifting
4
operations.
5 Explain the safe lifting principles that should be employed
Explain the safe crane operating techniques that should be
6 employed
7 Explain the purpose of lifting plans

8 Explain the key elements of a lifting operation risk assessment

Explain the purpose of a toolbox talk why it is important
9 personnel are aware of their duties and responsibilities during
a lifting operation
Explain the checks that have to be done for crane laydown
10 areas
Explain why it is necessary for the crane operator to establish
11 normal and emergency access and egress routes of an
offshore crane
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Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Training Learning Outcomes - Checklist

Delegate Delegate’s
Name employer
Module 4 Offshore Crane Operations
LO LO
Module 4 Practical Learning Outcomes achieved not achieved
Complying with the requirements of the risk assessment and
12 lifting plan applicable to the crane lifting operation.
13 Undertaking pre-operational checks on the crane
14 Undertaking operational and functional tests on the crane
Operation of the crane (unladen) to gain familiarisation and
15 confidence of the crane controls and functions (crane and
simulator)
Lifting, transferring and placing loads within the working range
and safe working capacity of the crane – as specified in
16
Module 4 Element 4.3.

Operating a crane to follow a planned load path avoiding

17 proximity and ground hazards
Application of safe operating techniques whilst operating the
18 crane including good swing control, height judgment and
control coordination
Simultaneous operation of at least two crane control functions
19 simultaneously.
Correctly responding to banksman hand signals and radio
20 instructions
Correctly implementing crane shutdown procedures and
21 making the crane safe following a simulated installation
emergency alarm
22 Correctly respond to crane alarms and malfunctions
Module 4 Practical: Instructor Comments

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Appendix 3 Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 (workplace experience)

Logbook

Although OPITO-approved Centres may develop their own versions of the Offshore Crane
Operator Stage 2 Logbook, logbooks must, as a minimum requirement, contain the guidance
notes, task completion record and signatory details outlined in this Logbook.

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator

Stage 2 Logbook
Prescribed Stage 2 workplace tasks
for the candidate offshore crane operator

OCO Candidate Name

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Candidate Offshore Crane Operator Details

Name
Vantage No.
Contact Number (optional)
Contact email

If there is more than one competent certified offshore crane operator involved in supervising
completion of the OCO Stage 2 tasks, ensure that their details are recorded in the section
below.

Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 1 Details

Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 2 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 3 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 4 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Work Contact Number
Contact email

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Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 5 Details

Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 6 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 7 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Competent Certified Offshore Crane Operator 8 Details
Name
Company
Installation/Site
Job Title
Work Contact Number
Contact email
Work Contact Number
Contact email

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OCO Stage 2 Logbook: Record of Tasks Completed

This OCO Stage 2 Logbook (or the Training Provider’s version of the Logbook) will be given to
the candidate by the Training Provider when the candidate has successfully completed the
OPITO-approved OCO Stage 2 Training Programme. The candidate OCO must ensure that all
the tasks are recorded in the Logbook and appropriate signatures are obtained.

For the candidate to become eligible to undertake the Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2
Competence Assessment, a fully completed OCO Stage 2 Logbook must be presented to an
OPITO-approved assessment centre within two years of the date shown on the candidate’s
OCO Stage 2 Training Certificate,

Note: If the Logbook has not been fully completed within the required time period, the candidate
will not be entitled to undertake the OPITO OCO Stage 2 Competence Assessment.

OCO Stage 2 Logbook Signatories

The candidate OCO must ensure that after completing each lifting operation, crane check and
task, he/she gets a certified competent offshore crane operator to sign the Logbook.

Note: OCO Stage 2 Workplace experience programme is not an assessment, but any candidate
performance issues while conducting the tasks should be recorded by the task supervisor and
addressed by further on-the-job training – as required.

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OCO Stage 2 Logbook Requirement

The Stage 2 Offshore Crane Operator candidate must complete a minimum of 50 hours in the
offshore crane cab i.e. operating the crane under the *direct supervision of a competent
certified offshore crane operator.
*direct supervision: The competent, certified crane operator supervising the candidate must be
able to take control of the crane quickly should a critical or emergency situation arise.
The OCO Stage 2 candidate must record and obtain the required signatures in the Stage 2
Logbook for all of the following tasks specified in List A, B and C:

A. Offshore Crane Lifting Operation Types

1. Lifting a load to a confined or restricted area (x 5)
2. Lifting a load from a confined or restricted area (x 5)
3. Lifting a load with an offset centre of gravity (x 5)
4. Blind lift (x 5)
5. Lift involving a load with a large surface area (x 5)
6. Lift with a load where the centre of gravity changes throughout the lift (x 5)
7. Lifting a long load [ >10m long ] (x 5)
8. Lifting a tubular bundle (x 5)
9. Lifting a Cargo Carrying Unit (CCU) x 5
10. Bulk hose transfers (x3) [fixed and floating offshore structures only]
(x5): On five separate dates

B. Offshore Crane Checks

1. Pre-start checks (x5)
2. Pre-operational checks (x5)
3. Running checks (x5)
4. Post operational checks (x5)
(x5): On five separate dates

C. Offshore Crane Tasks

1. Setting down the crane boom - as per site/installation requirements (x5)
2. Parking crane in a safe position - as per site/installation requirements (x5)
(x5): On five separate dates

Logbook Statement
All OCO Stage 2 workplace experience lifting operations must be completed
satisfactorily.
This means that although it is not regarded as a formal assessment of the candidate, the crane
operator directly supervising the candidate must be satisfied that each of the lifting operations
specified above has been completed in a safe manner, before signing the logbook -
understanding that the candidate is still undergoing on-the-job training and workplace
experience.
Note: Completion of this logbook does not imply that the candidate is competent to operate
offshore cranes unsupervised; the candidate must successfully complete the next stage, which
is the OPITO Stage 2 Competence Assessment, before being deemed as competent by an
employer.
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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 1: Lifting a load to a confined or restricted area (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 1 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 1 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 1 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 1 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 1 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 2: Lifting a load from a confined or restricted area (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 2 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 2 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 2 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 2 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Lifting Operation Type 2 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 3: Lifting a load with an offset centre of gravity (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 3 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 3 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 3 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 3 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 3 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 4: Blind Lift (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 4 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 4 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 4 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 4 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 4 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 5: Lift involving a load with a large surface area (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 5 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 5 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 5 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 5 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 5 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Type 6: Lift with a load where the centre of gravity changes throughout the lift (on five separate
Crane Lifting Operations
dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 6 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 6 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 6 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 6 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 6 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 7: Lift with a long load [ greater than 10m long] (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 7 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 7 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 7 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 7 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 7 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 8: Lifting a tubular bundle (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 8 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 8 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 8 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 8 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 8 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 9: Lifting a cargo carrying unit [CCU] (on five separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 9 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 9 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 9 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 9 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 9 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No.
Crane Lifting Operations Type 10: Bulk hose transfers (on three separate dates)

Crane Lifting Operation Type 10 [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 10 [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 10 [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 10 [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Crane Lifting Operation Type 10 [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the crane lifting operation satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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B. Offshore Crane Checks

Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Offshore Crane Checks Pre-start Checks – for the specific crane on the offshore facility (on five separate dates)
Crane Pre-start Checks [Date 1] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-start Checks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-start Checks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-start Checks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-start Checks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Pre-operational Checks – for the specific crane on the offshore facility (on five separate
Offshore Crane Checks dates)
Crane Pre-operational Checks [Date 1] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-operational Checks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-operational Checks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-operational Checks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Pre-operational Checks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Offshore Crane Checks Running Checks – for the specific crane on the offshore facility (on five separate dates)
Crane Running Checks [Date 1] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Running Checks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Running Checks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Running Checks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Running Checks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Offshore Crane Checks Post-operational Checks – for the specific crane on the offshore facility (on five separate dates)
Crane Post-operational Checks [Date 1] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Post-operational Checks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Post-operational Checks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Post-operational Checks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks
satisfactorily.
Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

Crane Post-operational Checks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified pre-start checks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Offshore Crane Checks

Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Offshore Crane Tasks Setting down the crane boom – as per site/installation requirements (on five separate dates)
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 1] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified s tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Logbook Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Offshore Crane Tasks Parking crane in a safe position – as per site/installation requirements (on five separate dates)

Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 1] Completion Date

Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 2] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified s tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 3] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 4] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date
Offshore Crane Tasks [Date 5] Completion Date
Site/Installation Name
Global Region
In the opinion of the certified competent Offshore Crane Operator, the candidate named above completed the specified tasks satisfactorily.

Competent Offshore Crane Operator (Certified)

Name Sign Date

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OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Record of Hours

The Stage 2 Offshore Crane Operator candidate must complete a minimum of 50 hours in the offshore crane cab i.e.
operating the crane under the supervision of a competent, certified offshore crane operator.

Logbook
OPITO Offshore Crane Operator Stage 2 Record of Hours Rev 0
Candidate Name
Candidate’s Employer
Candidate Vantage No
Stage 2 candidate to log hours working in crane cab – supervised by a certified competent offshore crane operator

No. of Certified Competent Offshore Crane Operator

Site/Installation Date
hours Name Sign Date

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