Cranes and Derricks in Construction: Operator Qualification

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    83:56198-56247
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 218 (Friday, November 9, 2018)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 56198-56247]
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[FR Doc No: 2018-24481]




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Cranes and Derricks in Construction: Operator Qualification; Proposed Rule

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    83:23534-23569
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    Cranes and Derricks in Construction: Operator Qualification; Proposed Rule
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 98 (Monday, May 21, 2018)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 23534-23569]
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[FR Doc No: 2018-10559]


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Crane operator certification and whether a practical test is required for re-certification.

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.

August 31, 2012

Mr. James T. Callahan
General President
International Union of Operating Engineers
1125 Seventeenth Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036-4707

Re: Cranes; Operator Certification; 1926.1427(b)(2)(iv) and (e)(2)(iv); Whether a practical test is required for recertification.

Dear Mr. Callahan,

Numerous questions related to operational aids required by various standards for cranes and derricks in construction.

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

Curtis Imerman
Manager - Product Safety
Link-Belt Construction Equipment Company
2651 Palumbo Drive
P.O. Box 13600
Lexington, KY 40583-3600

Dear Mr. Imerman: