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Diving a Bit Deeper into OSHA’s Crane Operator Update

By William C. Schillaci Nov 26, 2018 Equipment and Machinery Safety

Updated: Nov 26, 2018

OSHA recently promulgated a final rule to ensure the competency of crane operators through training, certification or licensing, and evaluation. Central to the final rule’s provisions is clarification that, in addition to certification of crane operators, employers must continue to evaluate operators for their ability to safely operate equipment. Before the amendments to the standard addressed […]

Crane at construction site

Crane Operator Certification Rule Finalized by OSHA

By EHS Daily Advisor Staff Nov 12, 2018 Construction

Updated: Nov 12, 2018

OSHA has published a final rule in the Federal Register that clarifies certification requirements for crane operators at and maintains the employer’s duty to ensure that crane operators can safely operate the equipment. According to the agency, the final rule will maintain safety and health protections for workers while reducing compliance burdens.