Aug 28, 2026
Where certification is required, the annual tests and examinations generally must be performed by a certificating agency currently licensed by the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), or by a properly authorized designee of that agency....
Aug 28, 2026
An inspection generally involves examining the crane and its components for defects, excessive wear, damage, improper operation, or other unsafe conditions. A certification is a formal determination made under California’s certification...
Aug 28, 2026
Yes. California employers are required to ensure that cranes and derricks are inspected at specified intervals and under certain circumstances. The exact requirements depend on factors such as: The type of crane or derrick The crane’s rated capacity How frequently the...
Aug 26, 2026
There is no universal federal OSHA “crane operator physical card.” Federal OSHA primarily requires certification, training, and employer evaluation. Federal OSHA does not currently impose a specific nationwide physical examination standard for crane...
Aug 25, 2026
Those operating cranes that meet Cal-OSHA’s Title 8 specifications or fall under the limited ‘operator-in-training’ category. To ensure that the exemptions are followed correctly you must review §5006, §5006.1 and §5006.2 of Cal-OSHA Title 8. View...
