Some states require certification and/or licensing to operate a crane, while others such as Virginia have yet to enact such regulation. Setting aside the regulation, gaining crane-operator certification form the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), located in Fairfax, Va., can boost employers’ confidence levels when making hiring decisions. Certification helps employers ascertain your knowledge and expertise in operating a crane system, as well as gauge your commitment to safety on the job.
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According to the Associated General Contractors of America, there are an average of 22 deaths each year related to crane operation. In response to this statistic, in August, 2010, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration adopted regulations that all overhead crane operators be qualified and certified. Section 1926.1427 of the U.S. Department of Labor (Federal Register), Cranes and Derricks in Construction Final Rule outlines the requirements for training to receive either certification or qualification.
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