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​Marine Knuckle Boom Crane Training (NPORS N014)
Ensure offshore lifting operations are carried out safely and in full compliance with legislation with our NPORS N014 Marine Knuckle Boom Crane course, delivered exclusively on your site or vessel to reflect real operating conditions.
This nationally recognised course is designed for operators required to operate marine knuckle boom cranes, carrying out lifting operations on offshore installations, vessels and marine environments where dynamic loads, sea motion and environmental factors must be carefully managed.
Who Is This Course For?
Marine knuckle boom crane operators
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Offshore and marine personnel involved in lifting operations
Crane operators working on vessels or offshore installations
Personnel involved in over-side and deck lifting operations
Anyone required to operate a marine knuckle boom crane as part of their role
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Suitable for novice, refresher and experienced operators.
Course Overview – NPORS N014
The NPORS N014 Marine Knuckle Boom Crane course provides operators with the knowledge and practical skills required to safely operate a marine knuckle boom crane in offshore and marine environments. The course focuses on hazard awareness, vessel movement, sea uplift, lift planning and safe communication during complex lifting operations.
Delivered at the client’s location, the course includes both theoretical instruction and practical assessment, ensuring operators can demonstrate safe crane operation, effective load control and compliance with manufacturer guidance, BS 7121, LOLER and relevant offshore legislation.
What You Will Learn
Health, Safety & Legislation
Operator responsibilities and legal duties
Health & Safety at Work Act, PUWER and LOLER requirements
BS 7121 Parts 1, 2 and 4
Offshore and marine-specific hazards
Environmental and permit-to-work requirements
Marine Knuckle Boom Crane & Equipment Knowledge
Identifying major crane components and controls
Understanding MOPS and AOPS systems
Rated capacity indicators (RCI / LMI) and duty charts
Manufacturer handbook awareness
Hoist ropes, hook blocks and lifting accessories
Safe Operation
Pre-use and running checks in accordance with legislation
Correct PPE selection including marine-specific PPE
Establishing exclusion zones and emergency procedures
Interpreting lift plans, risk assessments and load manifests
Preparing the crane for lifting and over-side operations
Managing sea uplift, wind conditions and moving decks
Communication methods including radio protocol and hand signals
Conducting trial lifts and blind lifts safely
Environmental considerations including spills and contamination
End-of-work shutdown, stowage and securing procedures
Course Duration & Certification
Duration: 2 Days (Novice Course)
Maximum Ratio: 3:1:1
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EWT (Experienced Worker Test): Available – maximum 3 per day
Certification: NPORS Operator Card / Certificate (where applicable)
On-Site Delivery
Training is delivered at your offshore installation, vessel or designated training location, using your crane and operating environment where possible to ensure relevance to real lifting operations and site-specific risks.​
Book This Course
​Contact us today to book NPORS N014 Marine Knuckle Boom Crane Training delivered on your site or vessel.
