...pressure is building to require more tests. But careful examination of the process shows that passing a test is not the only critical thing a crane worker needs. Experience is another factor. Few ...

When crane picks go awry, they can do so with catastrophic consequences to life, limb and property. These periodic punctuations to the need for greater safety are stimulating a nationwide appetite for ...

At-a-Glance: To become a crane operator, you’ll need a nationally recognized third-party crane operator certification for your crane type, a signalperson and rigger qualification, a current ...

A new directive involving cranes and derricks has been issued by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The directive addresses training, inspections and certifications. The National ...

With the exception of the evaluation and documentation requirements, the final rule will become effective on Dec. 9, 2018. The requirements for evaluation and documentation will become effective on ...

Immediate concerns—signal persons For most crane-using companies working to comply with Subpart CC, their most pressing needs are to first “qualify” riggers and signal persons, and to then begin ...