Lattice boom cranes are assembled piece by piece, carry long booms and big counterweights, and come with some of the most configuration-heavy load charts in the industry. This lattice boom crane prep course readies you for the LBC (lattice boom crawler) and LBT (lattice boom truck) written exams.
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Lattice Boom Lessons
01
Lattice boom fundamentals
Boom systems, counterweights and the differences between crawler and truck carriers.
02
Assembly and disassembly awareness
A/D hazards, the role of the A/D director and what the operator is responsible for.
03
Load charts for LBC and LBT
Reading configuration-heavy charts and applying capacity deductions for attachments and rigging.
04
Setup and ground preparation
Crane mats, ground bearing and level requirements on a large footprint.
05
Operations
Duty-cycle work, long boom behavior and wind limits.
06
Designation exam prep
LBT and LBC written domains and readiness for the practical.
Good Fit For
Hydraulic operators moving to lattice
Oilers and apprentice operators
Heavy civil and bridge crews
Plant and refinery lift teams
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How the credential is earned
Passing this course earns a certificate of completion, not certification. The accredited written exam and a hands-on practical come next. See how OECP and CIC structure their lattice boom credentials.
Exam-Day Goals
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Tell LBC and LBT configurations apart on a chart
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Apply deductions for jibs, blocks and rigging
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Explain A/D director duties
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Plan mats and ground prep for heavy setups
Before You Enroll
Does this course cover both LBC and LBT?
Yes. Lessons and chart practice cover the crawler and truck-mounted designations. Read how LBT and LBC differ for background.
Is the course online?
Yes, it is self-paced with 24/7 access on any device.
Will I be certified when I finish?
No. You will be prepared for the written exam and receive a certificate of completion. Certification requires passing the official written and practical exams.
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