NCCCO Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which federal agency regulates crane safety in the workplace in the United States?
- EPA
- OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Correct answer)
- FAA
- DOT
Correct answer: OSHA — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA is the primary federal agency regulating crane safety in workplaces. Their standards (29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC for construction) establish minimum safety requirements for crane operations.
Question 2: What OSHA standard specifically addresses crane and derrick operations in construction?
- 29 CFR 1910.178
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (Correct answer)
- 29 CFR 1910.147
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
Correct answer: 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC
29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC covers cranes and derricks in construction, including operator certification, inspection requirements, load chart compliance, and assembly/disassembly procedures.
Question 3: How often must a crane receive a 'comprehensive' (annual) inspection?
- Every month
- At least once every 12 months (Correct answer)
- Every 5 years
- Only before first use
Correct answer: At least once every 12 months
OSHA requires a comprehensive inspection at least every 12 months. This thorough inspection covers all structural components, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and safety devices.
Question 4: What is the NCCCO's role in the crane industry?
- Manufacturing cranes
- Providing nationally accredited certification programs for crane operators and related personnel (Correct answer)
- Setting wage rates for operators
- Selling crane insurance
Correct answer: Providing nationally accredited certification programs for crane operators and related personnel
NCCCO (National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators) administers nationally accredited certification programs that verify operator knowledge and skills through written and practical examinations.
Question 5: What recordkeeping is required for crane inspections under OSHA?
- No records are required
- Inspection records must be maintained, including date, inspector name, findings, and any corrective actions taken (Correct answer)
- Only records of failed inspections
- Only annual inspection records
Correct answer: Inspection records must be maintained, including date, inspector name, findings, and any corrective actions taken
OSHA requires documented records of all inspections (frequent and comprehensive), including what was inspected, findings, deficiencies, and corrective actions. Records must be maintained for the crane's working life.
Question 6: Under OSHA, who is responsible for ensuring that crane operators are certified?
- The operator themselves
- The employer must ensure all crane operators have valid certification before allowing them to operate (Correct answer)
- OSHA certifies operators directly
- The crane manufacturer
Correct answer: The employer must ensure all crane operators have valid certification before allowing them to operate
OSHA places the responsibility on employers to verify that crane operators hold valid certification for the specific type of crane they will operate. Operating without certification is an employer violation.
NCCCO Regulatory Compliance & Industry Standards 2
Which federal agency regulates crane safety in the workplace in the United States?