NCCER Crane Crane Regulations & Standards (OSHA 1926 Subpart CC / ASME B30.5) — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which OSHA regulation covers cranes and derricks used in construction?
- 29 CFR 1910 Subpart N
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (Correct answer)
- 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
- 29 CFR 1904
Correct answer: 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC
29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC (1926.1400–1926.1442) is OSHA's construction standard for cranes and derricks. Subpart N of 1910 covers general industry, Subpart M covers fall protection, and 1904 covers injury recordkeeping.
Question 2: Which ASME consensus standard applies specifically to mobile and locomotive cranes?
- ASME B30.9
- ASME B30.3
- ASME B30.5 (Correct answer)
- ASME B30.26
Correct answer: ASME B30.5
ASME B30.5 covers mobile and locomotive cranes. B30.9 covers slings, B30.3 covers tower cranes, and B30.26 covers rigging hardware.
Question 3: Under OSHA 1926.1427, what is the maximum period an operator certification is valid before recertification?
- 1 year
- 3 years
- 10 years
- 5 years (Correct answer)
Correct answer: 5 years
OSHA 1926.1427 limits an operator certification to a maximum of 5 years. After that, the operator must recertify.
Question 4: Under Subpart CC, who must perform the inspection of a crane at the start of each shift?
- A competent person (Correct answer)
- A registered professional engineer
- The crane manufacturer's representative
- An OSHA compliance officer
Correct answer: A competent person
OSHA 1926.1412 requires a competent person to perform a visual shift inspection before or during each shift. Annual or comprehensive inspections require a qualified person.
Question 5: If the voltage of a nearby power line is unknown, what minimum clearance does OSHA require between the line and any part of the crane, load or load line?
- 10 feet
- 15 feet
- 20 feet (Correct answer)
- 50 feet
Correct answer: 20 feet
Under 1926.1408, when the voltage is unknown or the employer uses Option 1, the minimum clearance is 20 feet. The utility must confirm the voltage before Table A distances can be used.
Question 6: During crane assembly or disassembly, who must OSHA 1926.1404 place in charge of the work?
- The site safety manager only
- The crane owner's insurance inspector
- Any certified signal person
- An A/D director who is both competent and qualified (Correct answer)
Correct answer: An A/D director who is both competent and qualified
OSHA requires assembly and disassembly to be directed by an A/D director who meets the criteria for both a competent person and a qualified person, or who is a competent person assisted by a qualified person.