Overhead Crane Operator Certifications
As manufacturing advances, the need for skilled professionals to operate heavy hoisting machinery continues to grow. NCCER’s Overhead Crane Operator Certification* emphasizes critical safety practices and compliance with OSHA and ASME standards, while validating proficiency in lifting equipment, adherence to strict safety protocols and spatial awareness. With certified operators, companies can reduce the risk of workplace accidents, prevent costly equipment damage and boost productivity across the manufacturing floor.
*NCCER’s Overhead Crane Operator Certification is currently pending ANAB accreditation.
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- Industry-Recognized Compliance: Our Crane certifications* are ANAB accredited and can meet or exceed current ASME and OSHA regulations.
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Overhead Crane Operator Certification*
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This certification assesses a candidate’s knowledge and ability to safely operate overhead cranes in line with ASME and OSHA standards. It includes a written exam covering inspections, safety procedures, crane operation, and signaling protocols, with a minimum passing score of 75. A practical exam is also available to validate hands-on skills.
Valid for 5 years.
Requirements (link)
Handbook (link)
Assessment (link)
Load charts (link)
* NCCER’s Overhead Crane Operator Certification Program is pending accreditation by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
Become an Accredited Provider
Crane Operator Certifications are only offered through Endorsed Accredited Assessment Programs. By becoming a provider, it allows companies to offer journey-level knowledge and performance testing to employees, members, and the public.
Benefits of becoming an accredited provider:
- Offer In-House Certifications: Certify your workforce on-site, reducing downtime.
- Expand Service Offerings: Attract new business with industry-recognized certifications.
- Enhance Safety & Compliance: Meet OSHA, ASME, and state regulations.
- Boost Your Competitive Edge: Demonstrate excellence with ANSI-accredited certifications.
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Contributing Subject Matter Experts
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) are a vital part of NCCER’s program development process. We would like to thank the following SMEs for writing and reviewing the course materials, providing jobsite photos, giving us permission to share their content, creating videos and sharing their expertise. You are the heart of this program, and we appreciate your drive and passion to help NCCER certify the next generation of overhead crane operators.
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