Overhead Crane Operator (Level 3) VQA Vocational Qualification Certification
Overhead Crane Operator VQA Cert. essential for heavy lifting and handling in industry. Certify your legal competence today!
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Overhead Crane Operator (Level 3) VQA Vocational Qualification Certification
The Overhead Crane Operator (Level 3) national qualification certifies the competence of personnel operating overhead-type cranes (such as bridge, gantry, and jib cranes, whether remote-controlled or cab-operated) for heavy lifting, transporting, and stacking tasks in industrial facilities, warehouses, production lines, and large indoor spaces.
Since this profession falls under the Hazardous and Very Hazardous job classes, the VQA Vocational Qualification Certificate is mandatory according to relevant articles and communiqués of the Law No. 6331 on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). The certificate confirms the operator's ability to manage all processes—from preparing the crane for use to handling operations and post-job maintenance—in line with OHS, environmental, and quality requirements.
Core Competencies and Qualification Units (Mandatory):
The mandatory units in which the candidate must succeed:
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Scope | Level | Mandatory Status |
| 15UY0205-3/A1 | OHS, Environmental Protection and Quality Management Systems | Identifying OHS risks, implementing environmental protection measures, and complying with operational quality standards. | Level 3 | Mandatory |
| 15UY0205-3/A2 | Handling with Overhead Crane | Preparing the crane for use (pre-checks), lifting/transporting/positioning the load, coordinating with the signalman/slinger, and post-job inspections. | Level 3 | Mandatory |
To obtain the Overhead Crane Operator (Level 3) certificate, candidates must successfully pass the theoretical and performance-based (practical) exams for both A1 and A2 units. There are no elective units.
Importance and Benefits of Certification:
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Legal Compliance: Fulfills the legal requirement to hold a VQA certificate in hazardous and very hazardous jobs, eliminating the risk of administrative fines.
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Maximum Safety: Ensures heavy loads are handled using correct techniques and in compliance with OHS rules, maximizing the safety of personnel and property.
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Error and Accident Prevention: Certifies competence in properly performing pre-checks, physical, and functional controls, thereby minimizing operational errors and equipment malfunctions.
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Career Advancement: Proves competence according to international standards (aligned with the European Qualifications Framework), leading to opportunities for higher wages and better job prospects in the sector.
Obtain your Overhead Crane Operator (Level 3) VQA Certificate with Sönmez Certification and step into a safe and competent future in heavy industry.
