Mobile Crane Configurations | Online Course

20 Mins | Online & On-Demand

Understand Mobile Crane Configurations with Precision

Knowing how to configure a mobile crane properly is critical to every lift plan. This course dives deep into the many variables that impact crane setup, including crane type, terrain, boom configuration, and support systems. It helps learners gain the confidence and knowledge needed to support safe, compliant operations.

Diagrams, video, and interactive pages devoted to describing mobile crane configurations. Each topic is introduced by an ITI Instructor followed by an interactive learning activity.

Key Course Components

• Crane Types and Classifications
  Learn how different cranes — such as telescopic, lattice boom, rough terrain, and all-terrain models — are used in specific lifting environments.
• Outrigger and Support Systems
  Understand how to properly deploy outriggers, use crane mats, and assess surface conditions to ensure a stable lift setup.
• Boom and Jib Configurations
  Study how different boom extensions and jibs affect load capacity and range, with a focus on real-world application in construction and industrial settings.
• Ground Conditions and Configuration Testing
  Explore how factors like soil composition and lift height influence crane selection and configuration requirements.
  
  

Relevant for Lift Planning and Execution

This course complements topics covered in our Lift Planning: Procedure, Considerations & Execution course and is an excellent fit for those enrolled in Fundamentals of Rigging Engineering. By mastering crane configurations, field personnel and planners can work together more effectively and reduce risks on the jobsite.

Flexible Online Access

This course is 100% online and can be taken at your own pace. It includes visual aids, interactive scenarios, and knowledge checks to reinforce learning. Completion earns a certificate and CEUs.