How would I practice if I did not have access to a crane, or what can I do to learn the concepts of how a crane operates before I get into the seat?

(Poor Mans Crane Training) Step 1Get a pole approximately 8’ long Step 2Tie a string approximately 4’ long to the end of the pole Step 3Tie a heavy nut or bolt at the end of the string. Step 5Put the end of the pole on the ground and practice swinging it around until...

What if the load starts to swing into a circular motion (Practical Exam)?

If the load starts to go into a circular motion stop one movement at a time first the side to side motion, second it will only swing in and out, than you can stop the back and fourth motion by lowering and raising the boom.

What is the best way to practice if I want to pass the crane operator certification practical test.

Most candidates just want to practice playing with the practical exam test course or putting the headache ball into the barrels. This could help you if you have already mastered the 5-gallon bucket of water trick. But if you haven’t learned how to control the load...

Is it better to knock more balls off the poles, and do the crane practical exam test course fast, or is it better to take my time and not knock over anything.

This is a difficult question to answer. We have seen crane operators knock over a lot of things with fast times and pass. And we have seen crane operators not knock anything over but take too long and fail. There if a balance. The best thing to do is stay within the...

If I take my crane operator certification practical exam on a little Grove 18 ton rough terrain crane. Am I certified to operate a 1,200 ton crane?

Yes! American Crane School does not set the standards we are simply the ones that get you to meet them. Once you are certified you have met the minimum requirement, however this does not mean that you are a super duper crane operator. Example of Grove 18 ton crane:...