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How to Accurately Operate an Overhead Crane

May 13, 2022

Overhead cranes are powerful load-moving utilities that make use of the overhead space in industrial facilities, such as warehouses and assembly lines. They are comprised of support beams spanning the width of the site structure, with hoists to attach loads and tracks to move them from one area of the…

Roles and Responsibilities of a Signal Person

April 13, 2022

Heavy Equipment Training

Communication is key. This phrase has gone around so many times that we forget the true meaning that it carries. Efficient exchange of messages is essential in all parts of human life, especially in potentially hazardous situations where injury can be avoided or mitigated simply by exchanging messages. That is…

Heavy Equipment Operator Training Course Overview

February 18, 2022

Heavy Equipment Training, Industry News

Careers in heavy equipment can be very exciting as you have the opportunity to operate different types of equipment and machinery. Heavy equipment operator training is a good starting point for securing a good job. For many soon-to-be operators, the initial training is the way to get started in landing…

What is the Difference Between Lifting and Rigging?

November 2, 2021

Heavy Equipment Training

When it comes to heavy equipment operations and duties, rigging and lifting often work hand-in-hand. Rigging is the equipment used on job sites to assist with lifting heavy objects. Examples of the rigging equipment frequently used on construction sites includes wire rope, turnbuckles, clevis and jacks that might be used…

Benefits of an OSHA Scaffolding Certification

February 25, 2021

Safety and Training Tips

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…

How to Become a CCO Certified Crane Operator

September 23, 2020

Training for CCO, Crane Operator Training

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 CCO certified mobile crane operator. Becoming a CCO Crane…

How to Get a Forklift Certification

September 11, 2020

Heavy Equipment Training, 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…

Proper Clothing & Gear for Protecting Your Employees During Heavy Equipment Training

June 12, 2019

Safety and Training Tips, Heavy Equipment Training

Who is responsible for inspecting personal protective equipment before it is used by an employee? The responsibility for care, upkeep, evaluation, and purchase of PPE is regulated by OSHA. OSHA clearly states that the employee is responsible for inspecting PPE before he/she uses it. In general, an employee should understand…

Crane Terms You Need to Know to Pass the CCO Certification Exam

April 25, 2019

Industry News, Heavy Equipment Training, Training for CCO

The National Commissions for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO) requires that every crane operator pass a written and practical exam in order to be certified. Knowing that your ability to pursue your career is premised on passing an exam can be rather stressful for some individuals. However, by setting…

Updated OSHA Crane Operator Certification Requirements Announced

November 19, 2018

Industry News, Crane Operator Training, Safety and Training Tips

On November 9, 2018, The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) published their long-awaited final rule which clarified the requirements for crane operator certifications as well as the employer’s duty to ensure all crane operators are able to safely and properly operate the equipment. OSHA’s crane…