Bigfoot Academy

Folding Boom Crane Operator Certification Course

Program Status: Currently Accepting Applications

The Level A – Folding Boom Crane Operator Course combines in-class content with practical experience and takes 5 days to complete.  Upon successful completion, you are fully prepared to be a safe and competent Folding Boom Crane Operator on any job-site.

Why Get Your Folding Boom Crane Operator Certification Course Training From Bigfoot?

Students receive 5 days of training: 2 days classroom theory and 2 days hands-on practical with the Level A Assessment on the last day. The goal of this training program is to equip you for a safe career as a knowledgeable and confident folding boom 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 and dismantle procedures
  • Written lift plans for critical lifts
  • Equipment logbook
  • WorksafeBC Regulations
  • ASME Codes and CSA Standards related to crane safety

Certification Assessment

The Level A Assessment is given by a Fulford Certification assessor, who determines if you pass or fail. Once you are certified as a Folding Boom 22 tonne & under crane operator, you may begin your career in the crane industry with no operating restrictions.

Entrance Requirements

  • Adequate hearing, vision and depth perception
  • Manual dexterity
  • Good reading comprehension
  • Fluent English

PDF Program Outline

Download Our Folding Boom Crane Operator Certification Course Course Outline

Training Location

This Folding Boom Crane Operator Course is scheduled on demand. Classes run for six (6) days 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.

Bigfoot Crane Academy can provide custom training at your location for a maximum of six employees per session.

Tuition & Fees

$11,950.00

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.