Bridge and Gantry Cranes (BGC) Diploma
This Diploma qualification is essential for anyone engaged in the testing, inspection, examination and repair/maintenance of bridge and gantry cranes.
This course replaces the previous Overhead Travelling Cranes (OTC) Advanced Programme.
Duration
Instructor Led Training - 4 days
Virtual classroom (via Zoom) - 4 days
Delegates
Maximum numbers:
Instructor Led Training - 8 delegates
Virtual classroom (via Zoom) - 12 delegates
Course Contents
- Working on site
- The examiners’ tools and equipment
- Types of examination
- Assessment criteria
- Preparation for a thorough examination
- Competency
- Rated Capacity Indicators and Rated Capacity Limiters (RCIs and RCLs)
- Load testing of cranes and supporting structures
- Chain and wire rope examination
- Hoist and trolley machinery
- Crane types
- Light crane systems
- Crane supporting structures
- Power feed systems
Delivery Options
- e-Learning
- In-person at Huntingdon Training Centre
- Virtual Classroom (via Zoom)
- In-person Training on your premises (members only)
Requirements
- Passed the LEEA Foundation or previous Part 1 Entry (P1E) course
- You must be over 16 years old
- You must be employed by a LEEA member or registered with us as an Individual Trainee
Booking
To book our E-learning course please complete a booking form Booking Forms and Course Prices
To book an in-person please complete a booking form Booking Forms and Course Prices
To arrange an in-company training course email us at academysupport@leeaint.com
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Course Information
| Location | Virtual Classroom |
|---|---|
| Start Date | 26/08/2025 |
| End Date | 29/08/2025 |
| Places Left | 4 |
| Member Price | £650.00 |
| Individual Trainee Price | £1,300.00 |
Course Times: Tuesday - Friday 09:00–16:00. Course times depend on group progress and may change.
This course will be delivered via Zoom, and further details regarding this will be provided in the joining instructions.
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