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I operate a crane with a maximum lifting capacity of 10 tons, but I never pick up loads larger than 1,500 lbs. Do I need to be certified?

April 26, 2017Crane larger Lifting loads maximum operate pick tons

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I operate a crane with a maximum lifting capacity of 10 tons, but I never pick up loads larger than 1,500 lbs. Do I need to be certified?

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The exclusion for cranes of 2,000 lbs. and below refers to the maximum manufacturer-rated capacity. Even if you lift lighter loads, it is the crane’s maximum-rated capacity that must be 2,000 lbs. or less for you to be exempt from the requirements of 1926.1427. Employers are still responsible for training their operators on the safe operation of the type of equipment the operator will be using [§ 1926.1441(e)].