Telescopic truck cranes and rough-terrains do most of the lifting on American jobsites, and their operators are the people employers most often need certified. This mobile crane operator certification prep course covers the regulations, load charts and safe-operation topics the accredited written exams test.
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Mobile Crane Curriculum
01
Introduction to mobile cranes and certification
Crane types, key components, terminology and what certification requires.
02
OSHA and ANSI regulations
29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC, ASME B30.5 (the consensus standard for mobile cranes), operator qualifications and record keeping.
03
Load charts and operational planning
Reading charts, capacity factors, lift planning and pre-lift meetings.
04
Setup, inspection and maintenance
Site assessment, outrigger setup and leveling, wire rope and daily inspections.
05
Rigging principles and equipment
Slings, hitches, hardware, load weight and center of gravity.
06
Safe operations and exam review
Power line safety, two-blocking, emergencies, case studies and practice questions.
Who This Prep Is For
New operators seeking a first card
Oilers stepping up to the seat
Contractors certifying crews
Operators adding TSS or TLL
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Course first, then two official exams
We cover the knowledge. NCCCO and other accredited bodies issue certification only after you pass their written exams and a hands-on practical, so book both early using our test site finder.
What You'll Master
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Read and apply a mobile crane load chart
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Explain the core requirements of Subpart CC and ASME B30.5
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Set up, level and inspect before the first pick
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Recognize two-blocking and power line hazards
Before You Enroll
What do TSS and TLL mean?
They are NCCCO mobile crane designations: TSS is a telescopic boom crane with a fixed cab, and TLL is a telescopic boom crane with a swing cab. Our TSS/TLL training page explains both.
Does the course include practice questions?
Yes. The final module includes exam review and practice questions, and you can also use our practice tests.
Do I get certified by finishing?
No. You get a certificate of completion. Certification follows the official written and practical exams.
Can I study around my work schedule?
Yes. It is fully online and self-paced with access around the clock.
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