Achieve Your NCCCO Mobile Crane Operator Certification

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Standard Hand Signals:

Displayed as per Fig. 17 and posted visibly at the job site.

Standard Voice Signals:

Agreed upon before lifting operations by the directing person, crane operator, and signal person.

Voice Signal Procedures:

Includes pre-use testing of communication devices, establishing contact between operator and signal person, and using operator’s perspective for directions.

Voice Signal Elements:

Three-part signals encompassing function/direction, distance/speed, and function stop.

Special Signals

For operations or crane attachments not covered by para. 5-3.3.4. para. 5-3.3.5, or para. 5-3.3.7, additions to or modifications of the standard signal procedures may be required. In all such cases, the required special signals shall be agreed upon in advance by the person directing lifting operations, the crane operator, and the signal person. These special signals should not be in conflict with the standard signals.

Audible Travel Signals:

When moving the vehicle, the following signals shall be used:

1. STOP: one short audible signal;

2. GO AHEAD: two short audible signals;

3. BACK UP: three short audible signals.

Practical Examination Outline & Candidate Instructions:

Candidates will undergo a test comprising 16 scenarios, typically taking about 15 minutes, without a time limit. The examination includes:

• Watching a preparatory video.
• Two scenario types: Match Scenarios (matching signals to crane functions) and Candidate-Initiated Scenarios (directing crane movements).
• Adherence to ASME B30 standard signals.
• Clear, precise, and singular signal communication.
• Consistency in signaling until function completion.
• Mandatory stop signals when needed.
• Safety-first approach, avoiding any unsafe signaling.
• Requirement to correctly perform all signals in multi-signal scenarios.
• Time-limited candidate-initiated signal scenarios.
• Strict adherence to instructions and scenario rules.
• Candidates should understand and follow these instructions carefully, asking questions if needed.

Examination Process:

Requires photo ID and understanding of instructions, with emphasis on following exact instructions and safety.

To enroll in the Signalperson Qualification/Certification Program, complete the form on this page and select the program or call our office at (813) 402-2017.

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From professional and certified instructors who have numerous years of actual field experience. All our instructors are CCO certified and have provided this program to hundreds if not thousands of students. To register for this course complete the form on this page and select Mobile Crane Operator Certification Prep Program or call our office directly (813) 402-2017.

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