NCCCO Recertification Study Guides

Crane operator certification is a valuable accolade you’ve earned through your hard work, intensive study, and dedication. But certification doesn’t last forever. In fact, federal regulations require crane operators be recertified at least every five years. By that time, it should be clear to anyone that you know how to do your job but—let’s face […]

Riggers Training and Certification

Qualified riggers and signalpersons are essential in a wide array of industries, from construction and transportation to infrastructure and telecommunications. While the skillset these people possess isn’t as rigidly codified as that required of crane operators, these folks are every bit as important. Because several OSHA regulations specifically require the presence of qualified riggers and […]

OSHA Makes Major Changes to Injury Recordkeeping Requirements

In March 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) proposed more stringent rules when it comes to reporting work-related injuries and illnesses. These changes affect various medium- to large-sized companies across the country and pose significant complications for smaller operations that fall within the thresholds. OSHA was created to apply […]

myCCO Portal Mobile App Lets You Easily Manage Your Crane Operator Certification

The NCCCO has created a mobile tool that crane operators all over the country can use to easily manage their certifications right from the palms of their hands. The myCCO Portal Mobile App gives users a host of features they can use to ensure they stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry. The newest version […]

FREE Daily and Monthly Mobile Crane Inspection Checklists

If you’re an employer or mobile crane operator, it’s your responsibility to ensure that everyone on the job site is aware of the hazards of using this equipment. By routinely inspecting your cranes and following safe work practices, you can help keep your team injury-free and avoid costly citations and unnecessary accidents. Our downloadable mobile […]

5 Tips to Keep Heavy Equipment Operators Safe

The Life of a Heavy Equipment Operator is Dangerous Danger is all around us—from cracks in the sidewalk to careless drivers on their phones—but when you make your living as a heavy equipment operator the risk of injuring yourself or others is imminent. One wrong move, one forgetful moment, one lapse in judgment could send […]

What Does a Mobile Crane Operator Do?

What does a mobile crane operator do during a typical shift? It depends on the job and the rig they are running, but there are a few things all crane operators do. They build houses, bridges, buildings, go on rescue missions—basically anything heavy that needs to be moved. You might be hoisting materials around or […]