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Latest Updates on OSHA Crane Safety

OSHA has made significant updates to crane safety regulations, focusing on improving operator certification and expanding reporting requirements.

Crane Operator Certification Updates

  • Certification Requirements: OSHA now requires certification by crane type, and it will also accept certification by both crane type and lifting capacity. This ensures that more accredited testing organizations can meet OSHA's certification program requirements.
  • Employer Evaluations: Employers must evaluate crane operators and document these evaluations by February 7, 2024. These evaluations ensure operators possess the necessary skills for safe crane operation. Employers who have already completed evaluations do not need to repeat them but must document them.
  • Training: Employers are required to train operators as necessary to perform assigned crane activities and when new equipment is introduced​ (Sound Hearing Program)​​ (OSHA)​.


Reporting Requirements for High-Hazard Industries

  • Injury and Illness Data Submission: Starting January 1, 2024, establishments with 100 or more employees in high-hazard industries must electronically submit detailed injury and illness data. This includes information from OSHA Forms 300, 301, and 300A. The data will be used to improve workplace safety and will be published online to provide transparency and help inform decisions by employers, employees, and other stakeholders​ (OSHA)​.


These updates aim to enhance workplace safety, ensure proper training and evaluation of crane operators, and improve transparency and accountability in high-hazard industries. For more detailed information, you can visit the OSHA website.