Training in New Zealand is changing

The vocational education system in our country has changed. The previous system using Industry Training Organisations has been disbanded following a government project called the Review / Reform of Vocational Education, known commonly as RoVE.

This project has been implemented and you can read about how vocational training is delivered in New Zealand on the TEC website.

Training is currently arranged through Te Pūkenga which is a network of Institutes of Technology, Polytechnics and Industry Training Organisations. The crane industry previously arranged training through Skills New Zealand (an ITO).

 Qualifications in New Zealand

Trained and competent crane operators are essential to run a safe and efficient business.

CANZ endorses the following industry qualifications: 

Qualifications:
Level 3 Qualifications Program
Level 4 Qualifications Program

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Trainees

People who operate and service cranes and machinery that lift loads take on significant responsibilities. There is always the potential for loads or cranes to fall on people, buildings or equipment if tasks are not treated with the level of skill and attention to safe procedures that they require.

A skilled operator is a craftsperson in their own right, but these skills and knowledge that gain such respect, are only achieved with proper training and experience.
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If you aspire to be a skilled crane operator, then you must commit yourself to a significant amount of training. It does involve a certain amount of theory, but the greater part is a programme of well-rounded hands-on skills development.

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