Bigfoot Academy

Crane Operator Competency Evaluations

WorkSafeBC requires documented crane operator competency evaluations for every operator, on every crane type, and at each specific job site. Sites can be shut down if these evaluations are not completed.

Bigfoot Academy provides fully compliant Operator Competency Evaluations designed to verify that crane operators meet the required standards for safe, knowledgeable, and efficient operation. Our instructors come directly to your job site to complete these evaluations on the crane your operator is using.

Evaluations are available for the following crane types:

  • Folding Boom Cranes
  • Stiff Boom Cranes
  • Mobile Cranes
  • Tower Cranes
  • Self-Erect Tower Cranes

Why Get Your Crane Operator Competency Evaluations Training From Bigfoot?

With over 15 years of experience and industry-recognized instructors, Bigfoot Crane Academy is one of Canada’s most trusted crane training and assessment providers.

We have been operating since 2008 and remain the oldest private crane training provider in BC. Our programs are supported by Fulford and BC Crane Safety, and built on rigorous WorkSafeBC, ASME, and CSA standards.

Our goal is not just to assess your operators, we work with your team until they are successful.

Evaluation Outline​

Theory Knowledge

  • Provisional Operator Supervision Plan
  • OHS Knowledge
  • Maintenance/Documentation
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Responsibilities
  • Communication Knowledge
  • Rigging Capacity Calculations
  • Rigging Chart Interpretation
  • Rigging Inspection and Rejection Criteria
  • Critical Lifts as per WorkSafeBC (And completion of forms)
  • Dedicated Emergency Platforms
  • Load chart Interpretation
  • Electrical Safety

 

Practical Knowledge

  • Crane Manual and Configuration
  • Logbook & Inspection Compliance
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Hazard Assessment
  • Pre-Shift Operations
  • Testing and Inspections
  • Safe Operating Practices
  • Crane Operation
  • Compliance Systems
  • Demonstrating Load Control (With and without a load)
  • Shut Down Procedures

Crane Types We Evaluate

  • Folding Boom Cranes
  • Stiff Boom Cranes
  • Mobile Cranes
  • Tower Cranes
  • Self-Erect Tower Cranes

PDF Program Outline

Download Our Crane Operator Competency Evaluations Course Outline

Training Location

Evaluations are conducted at your job site, using the crane each operator will be working on. This ensures full compliance with WorkSafeBC site-specific competency requirements.

Tuition & Fees

  • Folding Boom Cranes
    • $2,950.00 + GST
    • 1-Day Duration
    • Fee includes 4 Operator Evaluations per day
  • Stiff Boom Cranes
    • $2,950.00 + GST
    • 1-Day Duration
    • Fee includes 2 Operator Evaluations per day
  • Mobile Cranes
    • $2,950.00 + GST
    • 1-Day Duration
    • Fee includes 2 Operator Evaluations per day
  • Tower Cranes
    • $2,950.00 + GST
    • 1-Day Duration
    • Fee includes 2 Operator Evaluations per day
  • Self-Erect Tower Cranes
    • $2,950.00 + GST
    • 1-Day Duration
    • Fee includes 2 Operator Evaluations per day

Simple Steps to Register

Pick Your Course

Select from a range of training programs tailored to meet your personal career goals or the specific needs of your team.

Book or Inquire About Dates

Select the best time that works for you or your teams schedule from our scheduled training dates. ​

Fill In Your Details

Provide your personal and any relevant details, ensuring that you or your staff are fully prepared for training.

Start Training!

You or your team is ready to begin your hands-on and theoretical training, designed to equip you with the skills needed.

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