CPCS A04 Tower Crane
CPCS training and testing for safe tower crane operations, lifting duties, and compliance on busy construction sites.
Luffing Crane
Accreditation: CPCS
Delivery: Practical + Theory
Overview
The CPCS A04 Tower Crane course is designed to prepare operators for the safe, controlled and responsible operation of tower cranes on live construction sites. Training focuses on developing a clear understanding of crane configuration, operating controls, load management and site coordination, ensuring operators can carry out lifting operations efficiently while maintaining safety at all times.
Given the complexity and risk associated with tower crane operations, this training places strong emphasis on planning, communication and compliance with CPCS standards and site procedures. Delivery is arranged by enquiry to ensure the correct crane type (trolley, luffing, or combined), experience route and testing requirements are matched to the operator and the site environment before training takes place.
Accreditation: CPCS (A04 Tower Crane)
OHOB Gravesend Training Yard
Prices & options
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Tower crane delivery is subject to suitability checks (availability, weather conditions, site constraints). Pricing and duration are confirmed at enquiry stage.
What you’ll learn
- Understand tower crane types, configurations and operational limitations
- Carry out pre-use checks and identify faults or defects
- Operate trolley and/or luffing jib tower cranes safely and efficiently
- Interpret load charts and work within safe working limits
- Control loads accurately while maintaining stability and exclusion zones
- Understand communication methods and lift team coordination
- Recognise the effects of weather, radius, height and configuration changes
- Shut down, secure and hand over the crane in line with site procedures
Syllabus
Legislation, roles & planning
- Operator responsibilities and CPCS requirements
- Lift planning awareness and method statements
- Site rules, exclusion zones and oversailing controls
Crane knowledge & checks
- Key tower crane components and control systems
- Trolley jib vs luffing jib operational differences
- Pre-use inspections and defect reporting
Operational practice
- Safe lifting operations and load control
- Radius, height and configuration considerations
- Weather effects and safe working limitations
- Shutdown, securing and handover procedures
What you get
- CPCS A04a and A04b Tower Crane training and testing delivered in line with CPCS standards
- CPCS Red Trained Operator Card (A04a and A04b) on successful completion
- Red Card validity of 2 years
- Practical and theory testing included as part of the course
- Clear route toward upgrading to the CPCS Blue Competent Operator Card
- Training delivered by experienced instructors in a controlled environment
Entry requirements
Entry route depends on prior experience. For experienced pathways, eligibility and supporting evidence may be required. The appropriate CPCS route will be confirmed at enquiry stage.
Training is delivered exclusively at the OHOB Gravesend Training Yard.
PPE requirements
Bring your own PPE: steel toe-cap boots, hard hat and hi-vis clothing.
Book or enquire
Tower crane training can only be provided at our Gravesend Training yard
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