Career Details

Overhead Crane Certified Operator

Description

The CICC offers a certification and the Overhead Certified Crane Operator (OCCO) designation to those candidates who meet the standards set forth by OSHA 1926 Subpart CC - Cranes and Derricks in Construction and OSHA 1910.179 Overhead and Gantry Cranes. The OCCO program focuses on the knowledge and skills necessary to safely work in overhead crane operations in the United States and Canada. The OCCO designation indicates competence in the following areas: 1. Properly identify potential hazards when operating the crane 2. Properly inspect all components of an overhead crane (e.g., load lines, drums, control functions) 3. Properly operate the crane through all functions without excessive swinging or shock loading Properly identify and follow all OSHA/ANSI voice and hand signals Know where to locate load capacity information in or on the crane Identify conditions that creates a critical lift Properly identify and understand the function of all crane components Properly locate and identify the main crane disconnect Properly conduct stop and shutdown procedures when required Understand and apply all the applicable standards, rules, and regulations related to crane operations

Certifying Organization

Carpenters International Certification Council

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Unknown
If significant work experience is needed? Unknown
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 4 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

Rigger Level II

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

B - Advanced

Certifying Organization

Professional Lighting and Sound Association

Type

C - Specialty

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