Aug 28, 2026
The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B30.5 standard addresses safety requirements for mobile and locomotive cranes. ASME B30.5-2000, Chapter 5-3.1.2(a)(1-5, 7, 8). ASME B30.5 has been revised many times since 2000, and newer editions contain...
Aug 28, 2026
Federal OSHA’s construction crane rules under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC require covered crane operators to be properly trained, certified or licensed, and evaluated by their employer. For more information Crane Operator Physical & Medical Requirements in...
Aug 28, 2026
California’s medical examination requirement comes from California law — not simply from holding a CCO certification. Current CCO Mobile Crane Operator eligibility requirements include: Being at least 18 years old Compliance with CCO’s Substance Abuse Policy...
Aug 28, 2026
Yes, when the applicable DOT physical examination requirements satisfy the alternative provided by the California regulation. Cal/OSHA specifically allows the physical examination requirement to be satisfied using the applicable U.S. DOT physical examination...
Aug 28, 2026
The regulations state that the physical examination may be conducted by a physician or other licensed healthcare professional, giving examples such as: Physician Physician assistant Nurse practitioner For more information please see Crane Operator Physical &...
