Gain your UDT licence to operate mobile cranes
For many years, our company has been providing comprehensive courses to prepare you for obtaining your UDT authorisations. Our qualified and experienced team will make every effort to help you gain the knowledge and skills to obtain the relevant authorisations.
Training program
The operation and maintenance course is divided into two parts: theoretical and practical.
Theoretical part consists of lectures that take place either onsite at our premises or at the client's premises. It is also possible to conduct this part online on our training platform.
Practical part takes place on the manoeuvring area under the supervision of experienced instructors. At the end of the training, you will have to take a state examination before a board from the Office of Technical Inspection. After passing the exam, the trainee will receive a certificate of qualification to operation or maintenance of mobile cranes. The training programme is arranged in accordance with the UDT guidelines.
The programme for the operator includes:
- information on cranes,
- types of security,
- technical documentation and its correct maintenance,
- construction and breakdown of cranes,
- types of drives and their operation,
- guidance on health and safety regulations,
- practical classes on the manoeuvring area.
The programme for the conservator includes:
- construction and types of cranes,
- the most common faults and their repair methodology,
- preparation of technical documentation,
- health and safety rules,
- practical activities on cranes under the supervision of a maintenance man,
- the duties and powers of the conservator.
UDT authorisations to work on mobile cranes are valid for 5 years, after which time they must be renewed. They are valid throughout the country as well as in the EU.
Mobile crane - subdivision, construction and specifics
Mobile crane (commonly referred to as a crane) is a crane mounted on a truck chassis or on a purpose-built mobile chassis. Mobile cranes are typically used for assembly and handling work. They consist of winches and a swivelling jib, which allows them to lift and lower loads and move them. Mobile cranes are divided by chassis and by type of drive.
Mobile cranes have two modes of operation:
- transport,
- crane.
Breakdown by chassis:
- roadway-terrain,
- tracked,
- automotive,
- off-road wheeled.
Breakdown by drive type:
- diesel-electric,
- combustion-mechanical,
- diesel-hydraulic.
Course requirements:
- at least 18 years of age,
- minimum primary education,
- a doctor's opinion on good health.
The price of the mobile crane operator/maintenance course includes:
- full training (theoretical and practical part including classes on the manoeuvring area),
- training aids,
- UDT examination (all examination formalities are handled by us).
In our offer, you will also find courses on:
- cranes,
- cableways,
- ship lifts and freight lifts,
- lifts,
- winches and hoists.
You are welcome to contact us.
Questions and answers
What is the crane licence exam like?
The examination consists of a theoretical (written) part and a practical part. The theoretical part consists of a test of several questions. After passing the theoretical part, the student is allowed to take a practical test to check his/her skills
How much is earned as a crane operator?
The salary of a crane operator depends, among other things, on experience, seniority and where the duties are performed. Salaries are higher abroad.
