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Benefits of an OSHA Scaffolding Certification

February 25, 2021

OSHA reports more than 4,500 workers are injured each year in scaffold-related incidents, sixty of which are fatal. 89% of those injured or killed on scaffolds are craftsmen skilled in many areas but lacking scaffolding training. Employers are required to train all employees who perform work while on a scaffold…

What are OSHA Fall Protection Regulations?

January 29, 2021

Industry News

In the United States falls are the leading cause of workplace injury. OSHA has set forth guidelines that ensure that employees are given the proper protection from falls. Fall protection equipment can be many things such as a full-body harness, a rescue harness, a work positioning belt, etc. These devices…

What is a Crane Load Chart?

January 13, 2021

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What is a Crane Load Chart and How Do You Use it to Calculate Crane Capacity? A crane load chart helps the operator calculate a crane’s lifting capabilities. This chart ensures that the crane that is under operation does not exceed its lifting capacity. Load charts take into consideration how…

Why Is Lockout / Tagout Training So Important?

November 12, 2020

Heavy Equipment Training, Safety and Training Tips

What does the term Lockout/ Tagout refer to? “Lockout/tagout” or LOTO is a term used to describe specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities. Employees can be injured very…

How to Become A Backhoe Operator

October 23, 2020

Heavy Equipment Training, Safety and Training Tips

Is being a backhoe operator the right job for you? Do you enjoy working on construction sites and have a knack for operating heavy equipment? A backhoe operator could be the perfect job for you. Becoming a backhoe operator requires training, understanding how to operate the machine, a keen sense…

How to Become a NCCCO Certified Crane Operator

September 23, 2020

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A certification for mobile crane operation will allow you to operate a crane on building and construction sites. This job requires a significant amount of in-depth professional training. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about becoming an NCCCO certified mobile crane operator. How do you Become…

Spring into Training; Are You OSHA Compliant?

September 23, 2020

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Spring is the perfect time for companies to clean house and make sure they are compliant with all the safety rules and regulations which they are required to follow under OSHA and ASME guidelines. You do not want to be caught on a job or have an incident without the…

How to Fill Out NCCCO Candidate Forms

September 15, 2020

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Where do I find NCCCO forms? To find NCCCO forms visit their website or click here to go directly to their forms page. Once you have arrived on the NCCCO Handbooks & Forms page you can simply download the forms by clicking on the one that you need. These forms…

How to Get a Forklift Certification

September 11, 2020

Forklift Operator, Heavy Equipment Training, Industry News, Safety and Training Tips

Why is forklift certification training important? The Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) estimates forklifts cause roughly 85 fatal accidents per year. All told, over 11% of all forklifts in the United States will be involved in some kind of accident each year. However, OSHA estimates that nearly 77% of all…

NCCCO Signal Person Study Materials

September 3, 2020

Heavy Equipment Training, Mobile Crane Operator Training, Safety and Training Tips

How do I become a NCCCO Certified Signal Person? To be a NCCCO Certified Signal Person you must be at least 18 years of age and be able to show proficiency in giving both hand signal and voice commands. You must also demonstrate an understanding of crane dynamics and crane…