1926.550(b)(2)

Re-qualification requirements for mobile crane operators engaged in construction work.

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November 21, 2008

Letter # 20070216-7712

Re: Re-qualification requirements for mobile crane operators engaged in construction work.

Question: What are the OSHA requirements for re-qualification of mobile crane operators engaged in construction? Specifically, is there a requirement that operators pass a re-qualification written test or must they also pass a practical examination?

Answer: OSHA's current crane standard states, at 29 CFR 1926.550(b)(2):

Request for interpretation for riding blocks on oilfield drill rigs.;Request for interpretation for riding blocks on oilfield drill rigs.

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 7, 1975

Interpretation on applicability of operator physical qualification requirements contained in referenced ANSI standards.

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May 8, 1981

Mr. A. Bennett Hill, Jr.
Director of Safety and Health
International Union of Operating Engineers
1125 Seventeenth Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036

Dear Mr. Hill:

This is in response to your letter to John Miles dated March 10, 1981. It concerned the applicability of operator physical qualification requirements contained in certain ANSI standards incorporated by reference in 29 CFR 1926.550. Specifically, these standards are:

Physical qualification requirements for equipment operators.

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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.

June 1, 1993

Mr. Darryl D. Orr
Rt. 1 Box 1955
Brazoria, Texas 77422

Dear Mr. Orr:

This is in response to your March 30 letter concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) physical qualification requirements for equipment operators. I apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.

Inspection, testing, and operation requirements for Woltman PVE 5021S pile driving equipment.

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February 19, 2004

 

 

Identification, inspection, and marking of cranes when manufacturer-supplied identifications are unavailable.

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February 23, 2004

Mr. Donald W Shelafo
International Union of Operating Engineers
P.O. BOX 40008
990 Kalamath Street
Denver, Colorado 80204-0008

Re: If the manufacturer's identification number tag is missing on a lattice boom section and that tag cannot be replaced, nor can the boom section's identity be confirmed, will the identification, inspection, and marking of the boom section by an independent inspector meet the requirements of §1926.550?

Dear Mr. Shelafo:

OSHA's construction crane standard does not make a distinction between production and non-production cranes.

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 16, 2001

Mr. Maurice D. Jones
500 South 16th Street
P.O. Box 66
Manitowoc, WI 54221-0066

Re: OSHA's construction crane standard does not make a distinction between production and non-production cranes.

Dear Mr. Jones:

Whether under 1926.550, a crane may be left unattended with its spreader bar suspended; where in 1926.550 of Subpart N, other than in 1926.550(g), is the use of tag lines referenced; how are "cable lugs" used under 1926.351(b)(3).

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.

 

Crawler, Locomotive, and Truck Cranes; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements.

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    64:39174
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

[Docket No. ICR 99-9]

Crawler, Locomotive, and Truck Cranes; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); Labor.

ACTION: Notice of an opportunity for public comment.