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Offering: • Certified Mobile Crane Operator Course 2-3
• Certified Basic Rigger 4
• Certified Intermediate Rigger 5
• Certified Advanced Rigger 5
• Qualified Overhead Crane/Hoist Operator and Qualified Rigger 6-7
• Certified Signalperson 7
CRANE TRAINING
Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities is an NCCER (National Center for
Construction Education and Research) Mobile Crane Endorsed Accredited
Assessment Center authorized to conduct testing and practical examinations
for Mobile Crane Operator, Rigger and Signalperson candidates. NCCER’s
Mobile Crane Operator Certification, Rigger Certifications and the Signalperson
Certification Programs have been designed for accreditation by ANSI and meet
the requirements of OSHA Subpart CC, Cranes and Derricks in Construction.
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Crane operators will know and implement the rules and regulations set forth by ASME B30.5 and will safely apply those standards in daily operations.
Operators will read, know, and apply all information provided in the manufacturer’s operator manual and will be able to: • interpret load charts
• perform load testing
• understand Load Moment Indicators (LMIs)
• identify any safety instrumentation of each crane
Crane operators will know:• machine conditions
• operational limitations
• load limitations for situations in which the operator
may be involved
The operators will conduct all hoisting operations in a safe manner. Each student will also receive the training
and testing that meets OSHA requirements for Qualified Signalperson and Qualified Basic Rigger. Pricing for
these two qualifications is included in the Certified Mobile Crane Operator classes.
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CERTIFIED MOBILE OPERATOR
Operators will be able to effectively communicate with:• riggers
• signalpersons
• site personnel involved with hoisting operations
The content and titles of NCCER’s mobile crane operator
assessments are dependent upon each crane’s boom
types while the content and titles of the practical
examinations are grouped by the mount, or carriage,
that is used with each crane.
Four written assessments for mobile crane operator certification:1. Boom Truck Crane
2. Industrial/All Purpose Crane
3. Telescopic Boom Crane
4. Lattice Boom Crane
Certified crane operators must continue to meet ASME B30
physical requirements throughout their certification period and
attest to their agreement to this requirement in their applications.
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Qualified Signalperson:“Qualified” means one who, by possession of degree,
certificate, or professional standing or who by extensive
knowledge, training and experience, has successfully
demonstrated their ability to solve or resolve problems relating
to the subject matter, the work, or the project at hand.
Certified Mobile Crane Operator:A certified operator is required for crane operations in
construction environments and tasks, meaning that a
person has satisfactorily completed both knowledge and
skills tests. This two-part test is conducted and confirmed
by an independent testing organization and is an official
confirmation that the operator is familiar with lifting principles,
the forces acting on the crane, jobsite set up, and safe
operation of the equipment.
5-day class, 12 participants max
CRANE COURSE
CERTIFIED RIGGING• chains
• synthetics
• metal mesh(es)
• wire rope slings
• hooks and similar attaching
devices
• shackles
• wire rope clips
• clamps
• eyebolts
• softeners
• taglines
Basic Rigger• identifies common load
configurations and positioning
• demonstrates specific
knowledge of:
• crane operations
• voice and radio communications
(as defined in ASME B30.2, ASME
B30.3, ASME B30.5, ASME B30.6)
• personal fall protection methods
• emergency procedures
• hazards and restrictions with working
in proximity to overhead electric lines
and equipment.
All Certified Riggers safely use and recognize the limitations of:
A certified rigger is a person who has been
trained and certified to handle and move
loads. The level of certification depends upon
the individual’s training, knowledge, skill
base, and ability to perform functions related
to the selection, inspection, and proper use of
rigging equipment.
Each load, pick, crane, or jobsite may
require rigging that varies from simple to
complex. Each is unique. The person
designated as the rigger must have the
ability to properly rig the load for a particular
job. Many construction companies require
certified riggers be used to attach the load
to a crane hook. We offer three levels of
Rigger certification to help you reach that
next step in your profession.
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1-day class, 10 participants max
All rigger level knowledge testing and skills evaluations will be conducted in accordance with NCCER testing procedures. Certification is granted through NCCER.
In addition to being knowledgeable in all basic and intermediate rigger tasks, the Advanced Rigger must also
demonstrate advanced level of proficiency in all the rigger tasks. Both the knowledge testing and skills evaluations
will be conducted in accordance with NCCER testing procedures. Certification is granted through NCCER.
Advanced Rigger performs specific rigging operations as they relate to:
The Advanced Rigger 3-day class, 5 participants max
CERTIFIED RIGGINGIntermediate Rigger 2-day class, 6 participants maxIn addition to being knowledgeable in all Basic Rigger tasks, the Intermediate Rigger must also demonstrate
intermediate level of proficiency in all the rigger tasks.
Performs specific rigging operations using:
The Intermediate Rigger is proficient in load dynamics and load weight estimation or determination as they
relate to the rigging operation.
The Intermediate Rigger:
• come-along and chain
hoists
• reeving
• rigging hitches and
knots
• anchor points
• synthetic ropes
• wire ropes
• chains
• spreader bars and
equalizing beams
• synthetic slings
• lifting points
• dollies
• trollies
• winches
• bars and levers
• rigging jacks
• links and rings
• plate clamps
• cable dogs/grips
• calculates equipment capacities
• applies D/d ratios
• calculates vectors
• calculates angles
• calculates boom angles and load radius as they relate
to lifting and/or rigging operations
• identifies and interprets load
indicator and safety devices
• understands and utilizes capacity
or load charts
• is familiar with the center of gravity
as it relates to the rigging operation
• understands and utilizes effects
of angles or indirect pulling in the
rigging operation
• demonstrates proficiency in the
direction of single, multiple
specialized lifts
• is knowledgeable and can
demonstrate proficiency in the
design, documentation, and
implementation of lift planning
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• traveling with a load
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards for
overhead cranes state, “Only designated personnel shall be permitted
to operate a crane covered by this section” (1910.179(b)(8).“Designated,”
according to 1910.179(a)(35), refers to those individuals deemed to be
qualified to operate an overhead crane for a specific application.
While OSHA standards do not spell out overhead crane training
requirements, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers does
get specific in the ASME B30.2 standard. Section 2-3.1.2 states that
training has to be specific to the equipment and task, or application,
at hand.
ASME B30.2 even offers a “but not limited to” list of what a training
program should cover, as well as the responsibilities of a crane
operator and others involved in moving loads. It further states that
a company’s management is responsible to “provide training to
persons who will operate a crane” (Section 2-3.3.3(b).
This one-day, easy-to-understand class will be taught at your location
to all personnel who operate overhead cranes or underhung hoists.
Qualified Overhead Crane/Hoist Operator & Qualified Rigger
This includes:• bridge cranes
• gantry cranes
• jib cranes
All used in a fixed location and used for
material handling.
This class will ensure that operators
understand their responsibilities for safe
use, and they comply with all of OSHA,
ASME, and the equipment requirements
as a Qualified Operator.
Qualified Operators will successfully
conduct a visual and audible pre-
operational inspection of the crane and
the wire rope/chain before moving the
crane or lifting material.
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1/2-day class, hands-on practical, dependent upon number of participants
Each Qualified Operator will demonstrate:• how to locate and verify the location of the crane disconnect
• lockout/tagout requirements for cranes
• proper control labeling
• pendant safety requirements
• warning and capacity labeling requirements
• guarding requirements
• how to operate limit control switches
• bumper and stop requirements
• load path
• personnel safety
Qualified operators will:• demonstrate smooth and controlled load movements
• identify load hook and latch requirements
• avoid shock loading and side pull
• demonstrate how to shut down and secure the crane
Be familiar with:• basic visual inspection
• terminology
• uses of lifting devices
• visual inspection
• wire rope/chain
• slings
• hooks
• shackles
• below-the-hook devices
Each Qualified Rigger will be trained to the same level as the Certified Basic Rigger.
Qualified Overhead Crane/Hoist Operator & Qualified Rigger
Certified Signalperson 1-day class, 10 participants maxHaving a trained and competent signalperson is as important as having a trained and competent crane operator.
The Signalperson is proficient in the performance of hand and verbal signals, including the standard methods for
hand signals as required by ASME B30.2, ASME B30.3, ASME B30.5, and ASME B30.6.
The Signalperson demonstrates:• basic knowledge of crane operations and limitations
• crane dynamics involved in the swinging, controlling,
and stopping of loads
• the boom deflections from hoisting loads
• voice and radio communications
• personal fall protection methods
• emergency procedures
• hazards and restrictions with working in proximity to
overhead electric lines and equipment
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National Center for Construction Education & ResearchCertified Mobile Crane Operators, Certified Riggers and Certified Signalpersons receive an NCCER
wallet card that includes an NCCER card number. This number is used to access online verification of
your credentials through the Automated National Registry (ANR). This process can also be used to allow
employers and inspectors to verify your qualifications.
NCCER Mission & VisionTo build a safe, productive, and sustainable workforce of craft professionals.
Our vision is to be universally recognized by industry and government as the training, assessment, certification,
and career development standard for construction and maintenance craft professionals.
About IAMU Organized in 1947, the Iowa Association of Municipal
Utilities today is one of the largest organization of its
kind in the country. IAMU represents 755 municipal
broadband, electric, gas, and water utilities statewide.
IAMU Safety:Workplace safety is vitally important. IAMU offers a
wide range of education and training opportunities
on workplace safety topics. More than 500 entities
receive safety and health services through IAMU.
Offerings:• Safety and Health Management Services
• Safety Classes
• NCCER Crane Training (classes are taught by IAMU
instructors and examiners who are certified by NCCER)
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Contact for pricing at [email protected] or 800.810.4268