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A signal person is needed when heavy equipment is traveling and the view of the direction of travel is obstructed, if the point of operation (the load travel or area near or at the load placement) is not in full view of the operator, or if there are specific site safety concerns in which the operator or person handling the load determines that it is necessary to use a signal person.
Communication between the crane operator and the signal person shall be maintained continuously during all crane movements. If at any time communication is disrupted, the operator shall stop all crane movements until communication is
restored and a proper signal is given and understood.
If the operator has any concerns regarding the requested movement of the crane or needs to communicate with the signal person, the operator shall stop all crane movement. Crane movement shall not resume until the operator and the signal person agree on the issue at hand has been resolved.
If it is desired to give instructions to the operator, other than those provided by the established signal system, the crane movements shall be stopped.
Standard signals to the operator shall be in accordance with the standards prescribed in para. 5-3.3.4 or para. 5-3.3.5. Signals shall be discernible or audible at all times. No response shall be made unless signals are clearly understood.
Prior to signaling crane operations, all signal-persons shall be tested by a designated person and demonstrate their qualifications in the following areas:
Basic understanding of crane operation and limitations
Standard hand signals described in para. 5-3.3.4 whenever hand signals are used
Standard voice signals described in para. 5-3.3.5 whenever voice signals are used
Displayed as per Fig. 17 and posted visibly at the job site.
Agreed upon before lifting operations by the directing person, crane operator, and signal person.
Includes pre-use testing of communication devices, establishing contact between operator and signal person, and using operator’s perspective for directions.
Three-part signals encompassing function/direction, distance/speed, and function stop.
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.
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.
Candidates will undergo a test comprising 16 scenarios, typically taking about 15 minutes, without a time limit. The examination includes:
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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A signal person is needed when heavy equipment is traveling and the view of the direction of travel is obstructed, if the point of operation (the load travel or area near or at the load placement) is not in full view of the operator, or if there are specific site safety concerns in which the operator or person handling the load determines that it is necessary to use a signal person.