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Mobile Crane – Operator Development Program

Looking to launch your career as a crane operator? This program is more than a single course — it’s a complete development pathway. You’ll build solid fundamentals, earn a Rigger Qualification, and prepare for nationally recognized CCO Certification — all at a deep discount compared to taking each course separately.

Is Mobile Crane Operator Development Program the right course for you?

  • You want to start a career as a crane operator or build skills from the ground up.
  • You want a structured program that covers fundamentals, advanced operation, and exam preparation.
  • You want a start-to-finish program that delivers three outcomes in one: professional crane operator training, a Rigger Qualification, and CCO Certification — a bundled path that saves time and money.

After this course, participants will be able to:

  • Perform daily and monthly crane inspections in line with OSHA and ASME requirements.

  • Set up cranes with outriggers, cribbing, and safe ground practices.

  • Identify jobsite hazards and apply safe lifting procedures.

  • Read and apply manufacturer load charts, including complex configurations.

  • Operate hydraulic mobile cranes safely: hoisting, booming, swinging, and traveling with and without loads.

  • Use operator aids such as LMIs, anti-two-block devices, and boom angle indicators.

  • Demonstrate basic rigging knowledge and skills to earn Rigger Qualification.

  • Sit for CCO written and practical exams with confidence, leaving with nationally recognized certification.

Training Options

Crane Tech Campus

Public classes at our locations; instructor-led lessons and guided hands-on practice.
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Topics Covered

  • Crane design, components, and safety devices

  • OSHA and ASME requirements for mobile cranes

  • Pre-use, daily, and monthly inspections

  • Site hazards: power lines, ground conditions, communication

  • Setup: outriggers, cribbing, leveling, and stability

  •  Load chart interpretation and application

  • Operator aids and safe operating practices

  • Hoisting, booming, swinging, traveling

  • Shutdown and emergency procedures

  • Progressive exam preparation for CCO

Compliance

  • OSHA 1910.180: Meets operator training and evaluation requirements for cranes and derricks in general industry.

  • OSHA 1926 Subpart CC: Provides training aligned with construction crane requirements.

  • ASME B30.5: Aligns with ASME standards for safe crane operation.

  • Employer Documentation: Provides written evidence of training and evaluations employers can use for qualification in addition to a nationally recognized certification.

CCO Certification Path

Training is structured to build your knowledge step by step, with progressive preparation leading up to certification testing. During the final phase of the program, you’ll sit for the CCO written and practical exams. Successful candidates earn CCO Certification — a nationally recognized credential that verifies operator competency across multiple crane types and opens the door to career opportunities nationwide.

Training format

Three-week progressive program that includes Rigger Qualification and preparation for CCO TSS/TLL exams. Training combines classroom instruction, demonstrations, and extensive hands-on practice. Participants complete written and practical evaluations as part of the course and take CCO certification exams during the final week.

An optional fourth week is available for candidates who also wish to earn Lattice (LAT) certification, with additional instruction and testing provided.

Prerequisites

Participants must:

•  Be age 18 or older

• Be able to comprehend English (verbal and written)

• Have basic math skills

No prior crane experience is required

Materials included

Each participant receives a training manual, workbook, handouts, load chart booklets, the ASME B30.5 standard, OHSA 1910, OSHA 1926 Subpart CC, and IPT reference book. All CCO exam fees are included. Graduates receive a certificate of completion, a wallet card, and employer-ready documentation. Training is developed and delivered by Crane Tech, a U.S. Department of Labor 29 CFR Part 1919–accredited inspection organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience to enroll?

No. This program is designed for beginners and those entering the crane industry. Training starts with fundamentals and builds week by week until you’re prepared for CCO exams.

What can I expect during the Operator Development program?

The program starts with the basics—safety, inspections, and rigging—then builds to advanced crane operation and load chart applications. Hands-on practice is included throughout, with guided exercises that increase in complexity each week. In the final week, you’ll complete written and practical exams for CCO certification. Participants who choose the optional fourth week will also prepare for and test on lattice boom cranes.

How is this different from the 4-day Mobile Crane Operator course?

The 4-day Mobile Crane Operator course is intended for experienced operators seeking qualification or certification prep training. The 3–4 week Operator Development program is designed for new or less experienced operators and provides the extended time, hands-on practice, and structured preparation needed to earn CCO certification.

Does the program include CCO certification exams?

Yes. CCO written and practical exams are administered during the course. Successful candidates earn nationally recognized CCO certification.

Why choose the Operator Development program instead of separate courses?

Because it delivers the value of three courses in one. By combining crane fundamentals, Rigger Qualification, and CCO Certification into one program, you save significantly compared to enrolling in each separately. More importantly, you leave not just trained, but fully qualified, certified, and ready to begin your career.

How long is CCO certification valid?

CCO certification is valid for five years. Recertification requires retesting as set by CCO requirements.

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