Offshore Crane Operator Stage 1 – Training Course ONLINE
Purpose
The Offshore Crane Operator Stage 1 Training Programme is designed to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills required to begin developing competence in offshore crane operations. The course is specifically designed for personnel with little or no previous crane operating experience and introduces the basic principles, procedures, and safety requirements associated with operating cranes in the offshore environment. This is an independent training designed to follow OPITO framework (not OPITO approved).
Content
- Crane basic terminology
- SWL (safe working loads)
- Mechanical basic principles
- Pre-task checklist to carry out
- Lifting / shifting loads
- Capacity indicators
- Stability principles
- Recognizing hand signals
- Responding to radio instructions
- Wire rope introduction
- Safety at work (risks of hoisted lift)
Objectives
Participants will develop an understanding of fundamental offshore crane operations, including the principles of lifting and load handling, the hazards associated with suspended loads, and the potential consequences of unsafe lifting practices. The course also covers the roles and responsibilities of an offshore crane operator, basic operational procedures, hazard identification, and risk management. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the safety implications of crane operations, protecting personnel and assets, and following established procedures to support safe and controlled lifting activities.
Duration
Two days
Language
English and Croatian
Items to Bring
National Photographic Identification or Passport, Photo
Location
Trogir, Croatia
Hotel booking assisted for participants living far from Trogir.
Distance learning option
Yes (In Center – Online / Theory live with Instructor)
Evaluation
All participants have to complete a questionnaire in order to obtain the certificate.
Certification – Diploma
All persons who successfully complete the course based on the performance standards will receive certificate of unlimited validity in line with Offshore International Industries guidelines. This Training follows international standards of quality and meets the ISO 9001-2015 requirements.
Price
430 EUR
Registration
Contact us by email or fax for registration as an individual or group.








