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Bigfoot Academy

Self-Erecting Tower Crane Certification Course

Program Status: Currently Accepting Applications

The Self-Erecting Tower Crane Course includes 4 core components:

  • Level 1 Rigger Certification
  • Common Core Theory
  • Hands on Practical
  • Level A Full Scope Certification

After 7 days, you are fully prepared for your Full Scope Certification theory and practical exams to become a certified crane operator. Upon successful completion of the assessment, you become a certified Full Scope Self-Erecting Crane Operator with no restrictions.

* We only accept 1 student at a time for the Self-Erect Tower Crane Course making it 100% one-on-one training.

Why Get Your Self-Erecting Tower Crane Certification Course Training From Bigfoot?

Get started on your journey to becoming one of the highest paying jobs on the site in just eight days. Bigfoot Crane Academy’s Self-Erecting tower crane course is taught by an accomplished Crane and Rigging Instructor, this training program combines in-class content with practical experience. Students receive 3 days of classroom theory and 3 days of hands on practical training with the certification assessment on the last day. The goal of this training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable, confident and certified Self-Erecting Tower Crane Operator.

Course Outline

  • Pre-operational inspection
  • Hazard assessment and incident reporting
  • Rigger Certification Course
  • Crane load chart interpretation
  • Radio communications and hand signals
  • Crane maintenance requirements
  • Crane erection & dismantle procedures
  • Written lift plans for critical lifts
  • Equipment logbook
  • WorksafeBC Regulations,
  • ASME Codes and CSA Standards related to crane safety

Certification Assessment

Assessment is completed by a Fulford Certification assessor, who determines if you pass or fail. After you are certified as a Full Scope Self-Erect Crane Operator, you may begin your career with no operating restrictions.

Entrance Requirements

  • Manual dexterity
  • Adequate hearing and vision
  • Good reading comprehension
  • Fluent English
Western Canada's Leading Crane Operator School

PDF Program Outline

Download Our Self-Erecting Tower Crane Certification Course Course Outline

Training Location

This Training Course is scheduled on demand. Classes are from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm (with 30 minutes for lunch) from Monday to Friday at Bigfoot Crane Company, 2170 Carpenter Street in Abbotsford B.C.

Tuition & Fees

$16,950.00

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.