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New Crane Tips Episodes!

We have three new episodes of our web series, Crane Tips, available now for viewing on YouTube. Cranes101 founder Jay Sturm shows us the differences between an in-service web sling and an out-of-service web sling over two of these episodes, while the third covers crane hooks. We hope you enjoy these educational videos. Please let

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August 2021 Accidents Report

Operator training and equipment inspections are key to preventing job-site accidents.  Sign up for training or schedule your next inspection. But first, read on for the August 2021 accidents list. Man jumps clear of boom lift This story illustrates the importance of knowing how close to power lines you can operate your equipment. He’s very lucky. Click

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August 2021 Industry Resources

We found these articles around the internet to share with you as our August 2021 Industry Resources. CPWR Construction Fatality Map Dashboard The Center for Construction Research and Training maintains an online map showing where, how, and why people are dying on construction sites in the United States. OSHA citation includes first egregious violation under

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US Department of Labor proposes $1.3M in penalties for contractor

The following article is a reprint from the latest DOL bulletin, highlighting how important it is to have proper training before your employees go on the job-site. Don’t let this happen to you. US Department of Labor proposes $1.3M in penalties for contractor with extensive history of violations after two workers die at Boston dig

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Help Wanted: Exam Proctor

WANTED:  Curriculum testing proctor to administer computer based exams.  No experience or topic knowledge needed.  Virtual training and certification provided.   Some travel may be required so reliable transportation is a must!  The ideal candidate will be familiar with computers and comfortable navigating websites using a tablet or a laptop. Testing runs 3-4 hours upon completion

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New! OSHA REP Directive for New England Tree and Landscaping Companies

Tree care and landscaping companies in New England, please take note, especially those using cranes to do treework. On August 4, 2021, OSHA came out with their first-ever Regional Emphasis Program (REP) directive for New England. You can read the entire directive from OSHA here. How does this affect people in the Tree Industry? OSHA is on a

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West Virginia Update: Crane Licensing Requirement Changes

Effective as of June 16th, the old West Virginia Crane Operator Certification Requirement is no more. Anyone who received a certification from West Virginia this year should know that it will expire as of January 1, 2022. Moving forward, crane operators should be trained, licensed, and qualified per OSHA Subpart CC (§1926.1427). The nationally accredited

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