CRANE OPERATOR OFFSHORE INSTALLATIONS

Effective training with unique offshore boat simulator.

Ready for the open sea. The knowledge creates vertical transport specialists. This is how you become a professional crane operator.

(VTC has been recognized as a qualified institute by NOGEPA)

VTC, specialised in training operators for vertical transport, also trains crane operators for offshore platforms.

You learn how to operate the offshore crane safely and effectively.  

The training course had been developed in accordance with the NOGEPA guidelines 1.2.

Combined with the practical training this guarantees that you will soon be a professional!

Subjects included in the training course

During the training you will learn all about the theory and practical application of:

    -   Various types of offshore cranes

    -   Safe lifting

    -   Lifting tools, such as chains, slings, steel cables, etc.  

    -   Hooking on loads

    -   Use of the two-way radio to contact the banksman

    -   The daily maintenance of the crane

    -   Basic knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical engineering

We use a unique boat simulator for the practical parts of the course.  

You will gain your first invaluable offshore crane experience in the VTC training centre!

Step 1 The basic training

The basic training is given in 20 sessions spread over 10 days.

Do you already have proof of knowledge of lifting equipment? Do you already have experience of work on an offshore installation or do you have a TCVT certificate as operator of a mobile or tower crane?  

If so you can follow the shortened basic training course of 15 sessions (in 5 or 8 days).

The basic training course is completed with a theory and practical test. If you pass these you will be awarded the provisional Certificate of Expertise - Crane Operator offshore.

Step 2 Practical training on shore

When you have completed your basic training course successfully you may start the practical training course.   You will then gain 20 hours lifting experience during the 5-day course. We use our unique offshore boat simulator for this.

Step 3 Offshore practical experience

Before you may take the examination you must complete at least 40 operating hours on an offshore crane working under supervision. These hours must be registered by the HMI. After this has been completed you can enter for the examination through us.

Step 4 Examination

VTC as NOGEPA accredited training centre conducts the examination. This takes place on an offshore installation. An essential part of this is loading and unloading supply vessels. If you pass this examination you will be awarded your Certificate of Expertise - Crane Operator.

Step 5 The compulsory refresher training

Your certificate remains valid for four years. After that you can follow the required refresher training course with us. This is a two-day training course in which all important aspects are covered both in theory and practice. We use our offshore boat simulator for this. The training is completed with a test.