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three dedicated cranes are permanently on-site in the yard. Together they set a standard for both theoretical and practical learning, says Falcon. Falcon offers lifting operations


courses both in-house and to the industry recognised standard Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS). They include Tower Crane Operator - Cab Controlled – Trolley and Luffing Jib; Tower Crane – Trolley Jib – Remote Controlled (POTC); Slinger Signaller; Appointed Person; and Crane/Lifting Operations Supervisor. Other courses include Work at Height, Manual Handling, CPCS Plant Operative Health, Safety and Environment Test and CPCS Competence Interview, with more being added all the time. Having three dedicated cranes eliminates the need to wait for a crane to become available on an external site. Falcon carries out training 51 weeks of the year where learners can gain hands-on experience operating the different types of cranes in a safe but realistic environment practicing their skills and building confidence. The training team comprises


industry veterans with almost 100 years of experience between them. Everyone is welcome to learn there. For more information, and


Students at


Falcon’s training yard in Norfolk...


... and at Manitowok’s facility in Singapore


to enquire about course availability, see its website at falconcranes. co.uk or email enquiries@ falconcranes.co.uk.


EASTERN WISDOM Such companies, and such facilities, are not unique to the UK; nor are they confined to Europe. Singapore is one of the world’s busiest crane markets; indeed, operators all across Asia are busier than they have been in years. Manitowoc has therefore opened a training facility at its regional headquarters in Singapore to


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