Crane Operator Certification FAQ
How long is NCCER’s crane operator certification good for?
Five years from the date of examination.
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Does the Crane Operator Certification Program meet the requirements of the most current ASME B30.5 safety standards?
Yes, including performing a pre-operational inspection of the crane, setting up the crane, and traveling the crane.
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Once I take the written assessment, how long does it take to get the results back to me?
Once the assessment answer sheet is faxed to Prov, you can expect results within approximately one hour, or wihtin 20 minutes when the written assessment is taken via computer.
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Who grades the exams?
Both the written assessment and practical examinations are graded by Prov computers.
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Once I have taken the written assessment, how long do I have to take the practical examination?
You have 12 months from the date of taking the written assessment to take the practical exam. If you exceed 12 months, then you have to retake the written assessment.
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How can I become a practical examiner?
You must successfully complete the Crane Practical Examiner training program AND pass either the telescopic boom crane or lattice boom crane written assessment AND have at least four years experience or appropriate course-related training/education.
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How do I register for the Crane Practical Examiner course?
Register online via the North American Crane Bureau Web site.
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How long is the Crane Practical Examiner course?
The Crane Practical Examiner training is a one-day course.
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How does an NCCER Accredited Assessment Center obtain a crane endorsement?
Fill out and submit Form 900: Application for Crane Certification Program Endorsement along with a fee of $150 to the NCCER accreditation department. The AAC must have a Certified Practical Examiner on staff, facilities where the practical examinations can be conducted, and a business license in effect for at least five years.
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Do I have to submit CAD drawings of our crane in order to set up practical evaluations?
No, there is no requirement for a CAD drawing. The crane set-up requirements are based upon the boom length of the crane. Instructions on how to lay out the practical evaluation are given to the practical examiner.
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I operate all types of hydraulic cranes, including boom trucks and industrial cranes. Do I have to take three written assessments, one for the boom truck, one for the industrial crane, and one for the other hydraulic cranes that I operate?
No, you only have to take the telescopic boom crane written assessment.
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I only operate a small boom truck. Can I just take the boom truck written assessment, or do I have to take the telescopic boom crane written assessment?
You should only take the boom truck written assessment unless you determine that you will be operating larger telescopic boom cranes in the future. In that case, we recommend that you take the hydraulic crane written assessment – it covers boom trucks, industrial cranes and all other telescopic boom cranes.
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I am trying to budget time for taking both the written and the practical tests for our 18Ton RT, how long will the process take?
Let’s say that you have six operators that need to take the certification examination. If all six are available at one time, they would complete the written assessment in approximately 1 ½ - 2 hours, but could take up to the full allotted time of three hours. Once the written assessment has been submitted for grading, you would receive the test scores within the hour. Only then could the operator, after passing the written assessment, take the practical examination. Each operator would then take approximately 30-45 minutes for the practical field exam. In most cases your six operators would be able to complete both the written and the practical in one day. You would receive the complete results within 24 hours, and your operators would be certified and ready to go to work the next day.
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How do I show an inspector at my worksite which crane(s) I’m certified to operate?
You may verify your crane operator certifications in one of three ways:
- Keep the original documents you received along with your NCCER wallet card.
- Ask your Crane Practical Examiner to print out your credentials from the Automated National Registry (ANR). You may keep the list as a reference for any employer who is unable to look up your information online.
- Access your Virtual Wallet Card on the ANR.
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