Non Slewing Crane Licence
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Non Slewing Crane Licence
The non slewing crane licence (CN class) is the HRWL required before operating any non-slewing crane on a Queensland worksite. Knuckle boom cranes and other non-slewing configurations are common on Brisbane building sites, glass and facade installation projects, and anywhere a vehicle-mounted non-slewing crane is in operation. No non slewing crane licence - no legal right to operate the machine.
Shamrock Training runs the non slewing crane licence course in Brisbane at our Northgate training centre. Real operators as trainers, same day statement of attainment.
How Long Does the Non Slewing Crane Course Take?
DURATION
5 days
PREREQUISITE
N/A
OUTCOME
CN licence
PRICE
$1,995
What is a Non-Slewing Crane?
A non-slewing crane is any crane where the boom or load structure does not rotate around a central point. The most common on Brisbane worksites is the knuckle boom crane - a vehicle-mounted folding arm crane used for placing materials in locations a slewing crane can't reach.
This is a different machine and different licence class from:
C2 - mobile crane up to 20 tonnes
C6/C1/C0 - slewing cranes where the structure rotates
CV - vehicle loading crane (separate class)
Not sure which crane licence you need? Call us before booking and we'll confirm your class in five minutes.
Who Needs a Non Slewing Crane Licence?
Workers operating knuckle boom cranes on Brisbane construction sites
Glass and facade installation workers using truck-mounted non-slewing cranes
Building materials delivery operators using vehicle-mounted non-slewing cranes
Maintenance workers operating non-slewing cranes at facilities and worksites
Anyone whose employer requires a CN HRWL before operating on a Queensland site
Operating without a non slewing crane licence is illegal under Queensland WHS laws. Fines apply to both the operator and the employer.
What the Non Slewing Crane Licence Course Covers
Theory:
Non-slewing crane types - fixed boom and knuckle boom configurations
Load charts - reading and applying capacity limits
Pre-operational inspection and defect reporting procedures
Setup, stabilisation, and outrigger deployment requirements
Slinging and load attachment for non-slewing crane operations
Lift planning and exclusion zone management
Queensland WHS regulations for non-slewing crane operations
Practical:
Setting up the crane including stabilisers and outrigger deployment
Pre-operational inspection of crane systems and controls
Operating through the full load range and working radius
Performing controlled lifts and precise material placements
Communicating with ground crew and managing the lift zone
Emergency procedures for non-slewing crane operations
Post-operation stowing and travel preparation
Where We Train - Brisbane Northgate
Shamrock Training is based in Northgate, right near Brisbane Airport. Easy to reach from Eagle Farm, Virginia, Banyo, Geebung, Nundah, Hamilton, Hendra, and all across North Brisbane.
COURSE DETAILS
FAQs - Non-Slewing Crane Licence Brisbane
What is the formula for lifting load for a crane?
The basic crane lifting capacity formula considers the Safe Working Load (SWL) at a given radius from the load chart, factored against the weight of the load, rigging equipment, and any deductions for boom angle and configuration. Load chart reading and lift calculations are covered in all crane licence courses delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
What is a tagline for lifting cranes?
A tagline is a rope attached to a suspended load during a crane lift to control load rotation and prevent uncontrolled swinging, and is managed by the dogman or designated ground worker during the lift. Safe use of taglines and load control procedures are covered in the DG dogman licence course (CPCCLDG3001) delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
What is SWL in crane lifting?
SWL stands for Safe Working Load, which is the maximum load a crane or lifting equipment is rated to handle safely at a given radius and configuration as specified in the load chart. Understanding and applying SWL is a core competency covered in all crane and dogging licence courses at Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
Is a franna a non-slewing crane?
No, a Franna is a slewing mobile crane because its boom rotates 360 degrees around its base, placing it in the C class HRWL category rather than the CN non-slewing class. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers the C2 slewing mobile crane licence (TLILIC0022) which covers Franna and similar pick-and-carry crane operations.
What does slew mean in crane terms?
Slewing refers to the rotation of a crane's superstructure and boom around a central axis, allowing the operator to swing a load horizontally without moving the crane itself. This distinguishes slewing mobile cranes, which require a C class HRWL, from non-slewing cranes covered by the CN licence, both delivered by Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane.
What is a non-slew crane?
A non-slewing crane is a mobile crane whose boom does not rotate around a central axis, instead moving only in a fixed forward arc, with the vehicle itself repositioned to change load placement direction. Shamrock Training in Northgate, Brisbane delivers the CN non-slewing mobile crane licence covering this crane class for operators working on construction and civil sites across Queensland.
Book Your Training in Brisbane
We run courses weekly from our Northgate training centre, with flexible weekday and weekend availability. Demand is high, especially before major project starts across key industrial areas. Have a question about which ticket suits your role? Check our FAQs → or get in touch directly.
Need on-site training? Our trainers can travel anywhere in Queensland.