New Zealand Certificate in Cranes

Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Subject area

Plant and Machine Operations

Qualification

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Entry requirements

Candidates are expected to be employed in the cranes industry.

The New Zealand Certificate in Cranes (Level 3) with strand in Dogman [Ref: 3730] is a prerequisite for this qualification, or equivalent knowledge and skills. Where prospective learners hold equivalent knowledge and skills and hold unit standard 3789 they may apply to the programme provider for direct entry.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the crane industry with individuals who may be employed as crane operators or dogmen for a range of crane tasks on dynamic and variable workplaces.
The qualification strands recognise the differing requirements of specialist crane operations.
The crane industry, and the building and construction industry in particular, will benefit from having people who are qualified in crane operation or load guidance for a range of crane types.
Graduates will be capable of working in a self-managed capacity and may be supervising others.