2026 Crane Training

Dec 8, 2025

🚧2026 Crane Training: Limited Dates – Book Now Before They’re Gone

If crane operations are part of your workplace, now is the time to secure training for the year ahead. Our 2026 Crane Training programme is officially open for bookings, and with dates strictly limited, early planning is essential. Once peak-season slots fill, we won’t be able to release additional dates.

With newly approved training and assessment materials ready for delivery, our updated crane pathway has been designed to support safe, compliant, and industry-ready practice across a wide range of lifting activities.

What’s Available to Book Now

Our current 2026 schedule includes nationally recognised unit standards across foundational and advanced crane operations:

✅ Sling Regular Loads Safely – US 30072

The essential pre-requisite for all crane training. This course builds the core skills needed to safely sling regular loads and sets operators up for further crane endorsements.

✅ Overhead Gantry Crane – US 3800

Ideal for sites operating remote or pendant-controlled gantry cranes. This training covers safe operation, load handling, workplace checks, and operational responsibilities.

✅ Rigging & Slinging (Dogman) – US 3789

Perfect for those working alongside crane operators. Learn to prepare loads, select lifting gear, and safely direct crane movements using clear, effective communication.

Coming Early in the New Year

These unit standards are in their final approval phase and will open for booking shortly:

🛠 Truck Loader Crane – US 16617

🛠 Sling Complex Loads – US 3801

(Pre-register your interest now to secure first access to available dates.)

Why You Need to Book Early

• Strictly limited training dates for 2026

• High demand across all crane disciplines

• Updated training materials designed around current best practice

• Avoid compliance gaps during busy operational periods

• Plan your training calendar with confidence

Every year, our crane courses fill quickly. Booking now ensures your team stays current, competent, and fully compliant.

Train with the Experts

Our trainers bring extensive industry experience, real-world insight, and practical lifting knowledge to every session. Whether you’re training new operators or refreshing existing certifications, our crane pathway supports safe operations, regulatory compliance, and confident performance on site.

Secure Your 2026 Crane Training Dates Today

Don’t wait until peak season to discover all dates are full. Lock in your training now and keep your lifting operations safe, skilled, and fully certified for the year ahead.

📅 Book your course today: Secure your preferred dates!
📞 Contact us: 0800 489 5669 | 📧 Email: itw@itw.org.nz

2026 Crane Training

Nov 5, 2025

🚧 2026 Crane Training Bookings Now Open

We’re excited to announce that bookings are now open for 2026 Crane Training courses!

If you or your team operate cranes or plan to upskill in lifting operations, now’s the perfect time to secure your training dates. Our courses are designed to meet NZQA standards and provide hands-on, practical learning that’s directly applicable to worksites across New Zealand.

🏗️ Available Crane Unit Standards

Our 2026 schedule includes the following nationally recognised unit standards:

• US 3789 – Sling varied regular loads and safely direct a crane during crane operations

• US 3800 – Use a radio remote or pendant controlled gantry crane to lift and place regular loads

• US 3801 – Prepare and sling complex loads for crane operations

• US 16617 – Use a truck loader crane to lift and place regular loads

These courses are ideal for those working in construction, manufacturing, infrastructure, transport, and heavy industry — or anyone involved in lifting operations who wants to stay compliant, skilled, and safe.

💪 Why Train With Us?

• Industry-experienced trainers who bring real-world know-how to every session

• Flexible delivery options to suit your site, shift, and schedule

• NZQA-accredited assessments ensuring national recognition of your training

• Tailored group training available for worksites wanting to train multiple staff

📅 Plan Ahead for 2026

Crane training courses are always in high demand, especially through the busy months. By booking early, you’ll secure your preferred dates and ensure your operators remain current and competent throughout the year.

Whether you’re refreshing existing qualifications or training new operators, our team is here to make the process smooth, efficient, and compliant.

📞 Get in touch today to discuss your training needs or reserve your 2026 course dates.
Let’s keep your lifting operations safe, skilled, and certified for the year ahead.

📅 Book your course today: Secure your preferred dates!
📞 Contact us: 0800 489 5669 | 📧 Email: itw@itw.org.nz