Crane Inspector Training & Certification — ABS Class Approved | API 2C + 2D | Practical on 40-Ton Crane

3-Day Intensive | API Spec 2C (7th Ed) + API RP 2D (7th Ed) | American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) Certified | On-Demand Corporate Booking

Elite Offshore Academy’s Crane Inspector Training & Certification is the only ABS Class-Approved offshore crane inspector course in India that includes practical training on a real 40-ton, 140-foot boom crane.

The course is designed around API Spec 2C 7th Edition 2012 (Offshore Pedestal-Mounted Cranes) and API Recommended Practice 2D 7th Edition 2014 (Operation and Maintenance of Offshore Cranes) — the two primary standards required for offshore crane inspection globally. On completion, delegates receive an official Crane Inspector Certification approved by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS).

This course is conducted on an actual offshore crane — not a classroom model, not a simulator. Delegates practice identification of structural defects, wire rope wear, hydraulic system faults, load testing, and emergency procedures on the same type of equipment they will inspect in the field.

Available on demand for individual professionals and corporate groups (QA/QC teams, Third Party Inspection companies, Government inspection agencies, and offshore drilling contractors).

Key Facts

Fact	Detail	Why It Matters
Approval	ABS (American Bureau of Shipping) Class Approved	World’s largest ship and offshore classification society — accepted by all major offshore operators
Standards Covered	API Spec 2C 7th Edition 2012 + API RP 2D 7th Edition 2014	Both primary API standards for offshore crane design, inspection, and operations — most competitors cover only one
Practical Training	On actual 40-ton, 140-foot boom offshore pedestal crane	No simulator, no classroom models — real inspection on real equipment. No other India-based provider offers this.
Duration	3 days (11:00 – 18:00)	Intensive format — shorter than LEEA (4–5 days) without sacrificing content depth
Assessment	Theory Test + Practical Test	Dual assessment ensures competency is demonstrated, not just memorised
Scheduling	On Demand — no fixed batch dates	Book for your team whenever needed. Ideal for corporate shutdowns, mobilisation windows, HSE audits
Target Sectors	Offshore oil & gas, QA/QC teams, Third Party Inspection (TPI), Government agencies, Construction	Not limited to offshore — any industry requiring API-standard crane inspection
Fee	INR 75,000 per delegate (corporate rates available)	India-based ABS-approved training vs USD 2,000–3,000 for Dubai/Qatar alternatives
Contact	+91-9699272855 (Call / WhatsApp)	Direct booking — no booking portals or queues

Who Should Attend

Who Should Take the Crane Inspector Certification Course?

The course is designed for professionals across multiple industries who are responsible for, or involved in, crane safety and inspection:

QA/QC Personnel:

Quality Assurance and Quality Control professionals at offshore drilling companies, construction firms, and manufacturing plants who oversee crane maintenance, inspection schedules, and regulatory compliance.

Third Party Inspection (TPI) Companies:

Independent inspection firms contracted to certify cranes on behalf of operators, insurance companies, and government bodies. ABS-approved certification adds recognized authority to TPI engineers’ credentials.

Government Inspection Agencies:

Officials from port authorities, maritime directorates, oil & gas ministries, and industrial safety agencies tasked with regulatory inspection of cranes at offshore platforms, ports, and industrial sites.

Offshore Drilling Contractors and Operators:

Rig superintendents, maintenance supervisors, and deck officers who need formal crane inspector qualification for their own rigs or to satisfy operator audit requirements.

Crane Operators Seeking Career Advancement:

Experienced crane operators (Stage 1–3) who wish to move into inspection, maintenance supervision, or QA/QC roles. DNV recommends 2 years of crane operator experience for their inspector course — our course has no fixed experience requirement.

No Experience Prerequisites:

Unlike LEEA (which requires a Foundation Certificate) or some API-U programs (which require prior API training), our course is open to any professional with a basic understanding of cranes who wishes to formalise their inspection competency. Contact us to discuss suitability.

‘On-Demand’ Scheduling

On-Demand Scheduling: Book for Your Team

The Crane Inspector course is available on demand — we do not run fixed monthly batches. This means:

– Schedule around your team’s rotation, shutdown windows, or HSE audit calendar

– Ideal for corporate groups of 2–10 delegates from the same company

– Minimum 1 delegate — individual bookings also accepted

– Course is confirmed within 5 working days of your enquiry

– We provide the 40-ton crane and all training materials

To book: Call or WhatsApp +91-9699272855 with your preferred dates and number of delegates. Our team will confirm availability within 24 hours.

Crane Inspector Salary

Crane Inspector Salary in India (2026)

Certified crane inspectors command premium day rates in the offshore oil and gas and industrial sectors:

Offshore (India — ONGC, private drilling contractors): INR 8,000 – 15,000 per day

Offshore (Middle East — UAE, Qatar, KSA): USD 400 – 700 per day (contract)

Third Party Inspection (TPI) firms — India: INR 5,00,000 – 9,00,000 per year (salaried)

Government inspection roles: INR 6,00,000 – 12,00,000 per year (Grade-dependent)

ABS-approved certification significantly increases earning potential vs non-certified or informally trained inspectors. Many drilling contractors (Transocean, Valaris, Diamond Offshore, KCA Deutag) require API 2C/2D-based certification for their crane inspector rosters.

FAQ

Q1. What does the Crane Inspector course cover?

A 3-day intensive programme covering API Spec 2C (crane design and construction) and API RP 2D (crane operations and maintenance). Classroom modules cover mechanical systems, hydraulics, electrical systems, NDE techniques, load charts, safety systems, and API design requirements. Practical sessions are conducted on a real 40-ton, 140-foot boom offshore pedestal crane — covering wire rope inspection, boom inspection, hoist systems, load testing, and emergency procedures.

Q2. Who approves this crane inspector certification?

The course is approved by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) — one of the world’s largest and most respected maritime and offshore classification societies. ABS Class Approved certification is recognised by offshore operators, drilling contractors, QA/QC departments, and government inspection agencies globally.

Q3. Is training conducted on a real crane?

Yes. Practical training is conducted on an actual 40-ton, 140-foot boom offshore pedestal crane. This is not a classroom model or simulator. Delegates practice identification of structural defects, hydraulic faults, wire rope wear, load testing procedures, and emergency load lowering on the same type of equipment they will inspect in the field. This is the most significant advantage over classroom-only or Dubai/Qatar-based competitor programmes.

Q4. What is the difference between API 2C and API 2D?

API Spec 2C covers the design, manufacturing, and load rating of offshore pedestal-mounted cranes. It defines what a crane must be built to. API RP 2D covers the operation, inspection, and maintenance of offshore cranes — the operational standard that crane inspectors work to in the field. Most crane inspector courses cover only one of these. Elite Offshore Academy’s course covers both API 2C (7th Edition 2012) and API RP 2D (7th Edition 2014) in a single programme.

Q5. Who should attend the Crane Inspector course?

QA/QC professionals, Third Party Inspection (TPI) engineers, Government inspection officials, offshore rig superintendents, maintenance supervisors, and crane operators seeking to advance into inspection roles. The course is also taken by companies wanting certified in-house inspection staff to reduce reliance on third-party inspectors. No prior certification is required.

Q6. How much does a crane inspector earn in India?

Offshore India (ONGC, private contractors): INR 8,000–15,000 per day. Middle East contract roles: USD 400–700 per day. TPI firm salaried: INR 5–9 lakh per year. Government salaried: INR 6–12 lakh per year. ABS-approved certification and API 2C/2D training significantly increase earning potential over non-certified inspectors.

Q7. How is the course scheduled?

The course is available on demand — there are no fixed monthly batch dates. You contact us with your preferred dates and number of delegates (individual or group), and we confirm availability within 24 hours. This makes the course ideal for corporate bookings tied to shutdown windows, HSE audit schedules, or crew rotation cycles.

Q8. What are the prerequisites for the Crane Inspector course?

There are no formal experience prerequisites. The course is open to any professional who has a basic understanding of crane operations and is responsible for or interested in crane inspection. Unlike LEEA (which requires their Foundation Certificate) or some API-U programs, our course is accessible without prior certification. Some background in QA/QC, mechanical engineering, or crane operations is recommended.

Q9. What certificate do I receive?

An official Crane Inspector Certification approved by the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS). This certification enables you to perform crane inspections for offshore and onshore applications in compliance with API Spec 2C and API RP 2D. ABS certification is verifiable and recognized by major offshore operators and EPC contractors globally.

Q10. Can this course be run at our facility or offshore site?

Contact us to discuss onsite delivery options. For large corporate groups requiring training at a specific location, we can discuss mobilisation. Our standard course is conducted at our facility in Navi Mumbai on our 40-ton crane. Call or WhatsApp +91-9699272855 to discuss your requirements.

Course Content

The crane inspector certification course is a mix of theoretical and practical crane inspection skills on an actual crane. At the end of the program, delegates will be assessed based on Theory Test and Practical Test. Course Content covers the entire body of information contained within API 2C & API 2D.

Class Room – Familiarise students with typical problems encountered in crane maintenance, troubleshooting and inspection for offshore pedestal mounted cranes as appropriate for the type of crane used and knowledge of the following:

A. Mechanical and non-mechanical cranes:

1) load charts/ information charts;
2) importance of following manufacturer’s recommendations;
3) safety factors involved;
4) hoists;
5) structural aspects of offshore cranes;
6) structurally critical components;
7) critical inspection areas;
8) recognised applicable regulatory compliance;
9) basic knowledge of NDE such as (dye penetrant procedures);
10) records that are to be reviewed and maintained;
11) reviewing of completed repair records and status of any open repairs;
12) knowledge and demonstration of measurement tools;
13) safety systems;
14) prime mover;
15) boom inspection and repair;
16) emergency load lowering procedures

B. Non-mechanical (specific basic hydraulic):

1) physical world of hydraulic;
2) hydraulic terminology;
3) transmission of force and energy;
4) simple hydraulic system;
5) basic hydraulic symbols;
6) hydraulic fluids;
7) operation at the suction side of pump;
8) actuators;
9) luffing cylinders;
10) control of hydraulic energy;
11) check valves;
12) flow control valves;
13) directional control valves;
14) pressure control valves;
15) pilot operated pressure control valve;
16) different types of pump;
17) hydraulic motors;
18) reservoirs, coolers, and filters;
19) hydraulic symbols and schematic drawings;
20) knowledge of hoses;
21) hoists;
22) Emergency load lowering procedures.

C. Mechanical (specific basic electricity):

1) electrical symbols and schematic drawings:
2) basic electrical terminology;
3) all applicable motors, controls and panels;
4) swing limit switch;
5) emergency load lowering procedures;

D. Mechanical (specific basic friction): crane inspector

1) mechanical terminology;
2) swing lock and brake;
3) applicable hook roller assemblies;
4) vertical and horizontal swing shaft and bevel gear boxes;
5) upper and lower reduction gear cases;
6) all hoist planetary brakes and clutches;
7) clutch assemblies;
8) all applicable drum brakes:
9) boom hoist pawl;
10) boom hoist brake;
11) chain case and pump;
12) applicable operational function controls and systems;
13) bearing – gear – shaft and housing inspection;
14) emergency load lowering procedures;

Class Room – API 2C requirement with respect to following on Crane design & construction: crane inspector

Critical components;
API 2C definitions;
Crane rated loads;
Crane ratings;
Allowable stresses;
Design authentication and testing;
Critical rigging components;
Boom hoist, load hoist and telescopic boom hoist;
Swing mechanism;
Power plant;
Controls;
Cabs and enclosures;
Miscellaneous requirements and equipment;
Welding of critically stressed components;
Nondestructive examination of critical

Practical – Exercises in crane maintenance, troubleshooting and inspection centered on critical components of a crane using measuring and testing tools, identification of stress and corrosion as per below list:

A. Mechanical and non-mechanical cranes (basic general):

1) types of swing assemblies typically used on pedestal-mounted cranes;
2) crane safety systems;
3) wire rope;
4) prime mover;
5) boom inspection;
6) sheave;
7) load and pull test procedures;
8) emergency load lowering;

B. Non-mechanical (specific basic hydraulic):

1) hoist tear down and troubleshooting;
2) hoist brake test;
3) emergency load lowering;

C. Non-mechanical (specific basic Electric):

1) hook and swing board/panel voltage measurements;
2) emergency load lowering;

D. Mechanical (specific basic friction): crane inspector

1) clutches disassemble/reassemble and adjustments made;
2) boom band brakes adjustments;
3) control lever adjustments;
4) torqmatic converter pressure plate (clutch) adjustment;
5) emergency lowering;

Course	Fee INR	Duration	Course Timing	Date Commence	Remarks
Crane Inspector	75,000	3 days	11:00 – 18:00	On Demand	ABS Class Approved

Crane Inspector Training & Certification – American Bureau of Shipping – ABS Class Approved

Purpose
The Crane Inspector Training & Certification program is designed to ensure that crane accidents due to component failure are minimized through proper inspection and maintenance. This comprehensive course covers the requirements for the design, testing, inspection, and examination of cranes as per the latest API standards, including API Spec 2C 7th Edition 2012 and API Recommended Practice 2D 7th Edition 2014. The course prepares participants to become certified crane inspectors, qualified to handle various types of inspections for offshore and overhead cranes.

Target Audience
This course is ideal for professionals involved in crane installation, inspection, and maintenance, including:
• QA/QC personnel responsible for crane operations
• Government agencies involved in crane inspection
• Third-party inspection (TPI) companies
• Offshore companies requiring competent crane inspection staff
Whether you’re aspiring to be an offshore crane inspector, an overhead crane inspector, or you’re already involved in crane inspection jobs, this course will help you gain the essential skills and certification needed to excel in your role.

Course Content

Our Crane Inspector Training blends theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on inspection techniques. By the end of the course, participants will be evaluated through both a Theory Test and a Practical Test. The course content is based on the full body of information from API 2C & API 2D, and the course is recognized by the Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau.
Classroom Topics

Participants will gain an understanding of typical crane issues and learn best practices for crane maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspection. Topics include:
• Mechanical and Non-Mechanical Cranes
1. Load charts and information charts
2. Importance of following manufacturer recommendations
3. Crane safety factors
4. Hoists and structural aspects
5. Critical components and areas for inspection
6. Compliance with regulatory standards (API 2D, API 2C)
7. Basic knowledge of Non-destructive Examination (NDE) techniques such as dye penetrant procedures
8. Review of crane repair records and open repairs
9. Emergency load lowering procedures
• Non-Mechanical (Basic Hydraulics)
o Overview of hydraulic systems, terminology, symbols, and components
o Control of hydraulic energy and types of hydraulic pumps
o Inspection and troubleshooting of luffing cylinders, hoists, and emergency load lowering
• Mechanical (Basic Electricity)
o Electrical symbols and terminology
o Inspection of crane motors, controls, panels, and emergency load lowering procedures
• Mechanical (Basic Friction)
o Inspection and adjustment of swing locks, brakes, gear assemblies, and clutches
o Functional checks of crane operational controls and systems

API 2C Requirements for Crane Design & Construction
The course covers key API 2C requirements, including:
• Crane design authentication and testing
• Critical rigging components and boom hoist mechanisms
• Crane ratings, allowable stresses, and welding requirements
• Non-destructive examination of critical components

Practical Exercises
Participants will perform practical exercises focused on crane maintenance, troubleshooting, and inspection, including:
• Identification of structural and critical mechanical components
• Stress and corrosion detection
• Inspection and repair of key components such as wire ropes, booms, and sheaves
• Load testing and emergency load lowering procedures

Course Certification – The Course is Approved by ABS Class

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an official Crane Inspector Certification. This certification will enable participants to pursue careers as certified crane inspectors, equipped to handle inspections for a wide variety of cranes, including offshore cranes, overhead cranes, and other industrial cranes.
How to Become a Certified Crane Inspector
Interested in learning how to become a certified crane inspector? This course will provide all the knowledge and hands-on experience needed. Participants will also receive guidance on the certification process and tips on building a successful career in crane inspection.
Additional Resources
Participants will have access to a variety of study materials, including the Crane Inspection Book, a comprehensive resource on inspection standards, and a Crane Inspection Log Book for maintaining accurate records.

FAQ
• How much does a crane inspector make?
Salaries for certified crane inspectors can vary depending on location and experience, with many positions in India and offshore offering competitive rates.
• Are there crane inspector jobs near me?
Upon certification, you will be qualified to apply for crane inspector jobs in various industries, including offshore oil and gas, construction, and more.
Enrol today and take the next step in becoming a qualified Crane Inspector! For more information or to register, contact us.