Crane, Derrick, and Hoist Safety in Construction is a 27-minute online course that covers the safe operation, hazard recognition, and regulatory requirements for cranes and derricks on construction sites as required by OSHA under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC. It is designed for crane operators, riggers, signal persons, and construction site supervisors and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Crane operations are among the most hazardous activities on any construction site. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that an average of 44 workers die each year in crane-related incidents in the United States, with construction accounting for 43% of those fatalities. The leading causes include contact with power lines, dropped loads from rigging failure, and workers being struck during assembly or disassembly operations. OSHA's 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, which took effect in 2010, established comprehensive requirements for crane and derrick operations in construction - covering operator certification, signal person qualifications, ground conditions, inspection protocols, and power line safety.
This course prepares your employees to identify and respond to hazards associated with crane and derrick operations on construction sites. Your team will learn about the different types of cranes commonly used in construction, the requirements for operator certification under 29 CFR 1926.1427, the role of qualified signal persons, and the critical safety procedures for rigging, lifting, and transporting loads. The training emphasizes practical hazard recognition - including power line proximity, ground stability assessment, and equipment inspection - so your crews can work safely around cranes from the first day on a new project.
Crane and derrick operations in construction are regulated under OSHA's 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, which applies to all power-operated equipment capable of hoisting, lowering, and horizontally moving a suspended load on a construction site. The standard requires that crane operators hold valid certification from an accredited organization, signal persons meet documented qualification requirements, and employers designate a competent person to oversee assembly, disassembly, and daily operations. Inspection requirements under 1926.1412 mandate frequent inspections at daily to monthly intervals and periodic inspections at 1 to 12-month intervals, with all findings documented. Violations of Subpart CC carry serious penalties - up to $16,550 for a serious violation and up to $165,514 for willful non-compliance. Given that 45% of crane fatalities involve contact with power lines, the standard also includes detailed requirements for maintaining safe distances from energized lines during all phases of crane operation.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $29.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $23.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $21.55 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English, Spanish, and Multi-Language CC at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.