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How to Read a Crane Load Chart

Mar 27, 2021 | Instructional

One important resource a crane operator should be familiar with is a load chart. This will ensure crane safety and knowledge of each crane’s lifting capacity. There are many different types of cranes made by different companies and manufacturers. Knowing how to...

State Crane Operator Certification Requirements

Jan 23, 2020 | OSHA Crane Laws

For most of the 21st century, crane operator certification did not exist. Companies would purchase cranes, train their operators, and that was it. During that time, the crane industry experienced a large number of accidents resulting in injuries and deaths. In 1971,...

Don’t Study Before Class

Jan 23, 2019 | Instructional

Becoming mobile crane operator certified is an exciting process. Before you come to class, it can seem like there is so much to learn and many students look to get a head start by reading about the laws, regulations and standards they think might appear on their...

How To Pass The Crane Operator Certification Practical Exam

Jan 29, 2018 | Instructional

Crane SelectionBefore taking the exam it is important to select the right type of crane, for the category in which you choose to be certified on. The national crane operator certification test breaks these categories down into two categories: 1. Fixed cab (TSS)...

Certification vs Qualification

Jan 23, 2016 | OSHA Crane Laws

Crane training and crane operator certification are perhaps the most important contributors to crane safety in the construction industry. Not only is choosing the right crane training provider necessary for safe crane operation, there is no substitute for crane...