Certification and qualification requirements for mechanics, inspectors, and testers under the Cranes and Derricks in Construction standards.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

March 13, 2012

Ms. Kira Henschel
Secretary, Power Crane and Shovel Association
Crane Technical Committee
6737 West Washington Street, Suite 2400
Milwaukee, WI 53214-5647

Dear Ms. Henschel:

Whether qualified rigger required when lifting a load below 2000 lbs or less

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

Thomas Carrigan
Local #7 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
18 Avis Drive
Latham, New York 12110

Dear Mr. Carrigan,

Regarding Assembly/Disassembly and set-up used in Cranes and Derricks in Construction Standard

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

October 15, 2014

Charlie Bird
Balfour Beatty Construction
1148 Harbour Point Drive
Port Orange, FL 32127

Dear Mr. Bird:

Thank you for your October 27, 2013, email to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in which you ask for an interpretation of the Cranes and Derricks in Construction standard. We have paraphrased your question as follows.