Onshore crane operator certification

The certification will be conducted in-person in Qatar only.

Scheme title: Safe Onshore Crane Operations

This Certification Scheme is specifically written to define a Certification process of Safe Onshore Crane Operators meeting the requirements of relevant industry standards and regulations. The types of cranes covered are listed in the table below.

Sr. No. Type of Crane

  1. Mobile Crane
  2. Overhead Travelling Crane
  3. Tower Crane
  4. Lorry Loader Crane
  5. Side Boom Pipe Layer Crane

Note: This certification is not a license.


Objectives

  1. Certification of Onshore Carne Operators mentioned in the scope who are successfully completing the assessment criteria relevant to industry standards and regulations
  2. Assurance of Onshore Crane Operator’s safe operation abilities
  3. Fewer accidents, injuries, fatalities and property damage

Reference standards

  • QP-PAI-STD-005: 2020 Rev 0, Qatar Energy Standard for Lifting Equipment and operations
  • ISO 15513: 2000, Cranes — Competency requirements for crane drivers (operators), slingers, signallers and assessors

Applicable pre-requisite
D-I-NP-LDAA-17024-08


Experience

  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience

Physical and Education Qualifications

  • Capable of reading and understanding the English language sufficient for communication and the fulfilment of their function in a safe manner.
  • Certified physically and medically fit, including eyesight, Colour blindness, hearing and reflexes, by a Qatar registered medical practitioner

Training and Certification Requirements

  • Hold the appropriate current and valid Qatari driving license as applicable.
  • Attend 2 Days training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider.
  • Qualify the 3rd day’s theoretical examination with a minimum cut-score of 70% and practical assessment with a minimum cut-score of 80%.

Recertification

  • Recertification candidate shall satisfy the requirements specified in section 1.1. Moreover, the candidate shall produce evidence and records to confirm his continued competence of him and ongoing compliance with the above-mentioned scheme requirements.
  • Hold a valid certificate of competence issued by a QE Approved Training Service Provider or an internationally recognized body acceptable to QE Approved Training Service Provider and accepted by a QE Competent Person.
  • Attend 1 Day training course provided by any QE Approved Training Service Provider.
  • Qualify the 2nd day’s theoretical examination with a minimum cut-score of 70% and practical assessment with a minimum cut-score of 80%.

Assessment criteria

  • Theoretical Examination (Minimum Score required 70%)
  • Practical Assessment (Mini mum Score required 80%)