Mobile Crane Operator Candidate Handbook - 120122a

NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR THE
CERTIFICATION OF CRANE OPERATORS (CCO)
CANDIDATE HANDBOOK
• MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR
– Lattice Boom Cranes (LAT)
– Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL)
– Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS)
– Service Truck Cranes (STC)
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MCO CH REV 12/22
Dear Mobile Crane Operator Certification Candidate:
Welcome to the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO) national
mobile crane operator certification program.
CCO is a nonprofit organization founded in 1995 to establish a fair and independent evaluation
of crane operator knowledge and skills. Key to this industry-led effort was the development of
This CCO the CCO Written and Practical Examinations, initially for mobile crane operators but now also
certification for tower, overhead, and articulating crane operators, digger derrick operators, riggers, signalp-
program is ersons, crane inspectors, and lift directors. These nationally recognized and internationally
accredited certification programs are the culmination of many years’ hard work by experts from
accredited by the
the varied industries and groups that use cranes, including construction, steel erection, operat-
ANSI National ing engineers, utilities, crane rental, petrochemicals, pulp and paper, and others.
Accreditation
The CCO Mobile Crane Task Force that developed this certification program was made up of
Board (ANAB) to
experts from all aspects of the crane industry—crane operators, crane users, trainers, safety
ISO 17024 (General supervisors, manufacturers—who together represent many thousands of hours of crane-
Requirements for related experience. These volunteers gave freely of their time and expertise with the primary
Bodies Operating goal of improving the safety of all whose work brings them into contact with cranes and lifting
Certification equipment.
Systems of Persons). When this program was created, crane operator certification was voluntary unless required by
local jurisdictions or specific employers. However, in August 2010, the federal Occupational
Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) enacted new national standards for cranes and
derricks used in construction under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC. These new rules require that
operators of most cranes above 2,000 lb. capacity when used in construction need to be either
certified by an accredited crane operator testing organization such as CCO or qualified through
an audited employer program. Section 1926.1427 of the new rule describes crane operator certi-
fication/qualification requirements. Option 1, which is anticipated to be the most commonly
Mobile, Tower, Overhead,
Articulating, and Service Truck Crane
used, requires operators to be certified by a nationally accredited crane operator testing orga-
Operator, Digger Derrick Operator,
Signalperson, Rigger Level I and
nization that tests operators through written and practical testing. Obtaining CCO certification
Level II, Crane Inspector, and Lift
Director Programs Accredited
from CCO meets all the requirements set forth by the new OSHA rule.
To ensure CCO examinations are—and remain—valid measurements of crane operators’
proficiency, CCO teamed its exam development expertise with the task force’s knowledge and
experience. In addition to guiding the development of new examinations, CCO continually
This handbook reflects analyzes the performance of CCO exams and reports to the Exam Management Committees. To
CCO’s current policies at be able to provide fair and independent assessments, CCO does not conduct training, nor does
the time of publication; it provide training materials.
to be sure that you have
the latest version of this CCO, as a third-party certification body, is fully committed to, and understands the impor-
book, see the Handbooks tance of, delivering all certification activities on a foundation of impartiality. All policies and
and Forms page on the procedures are established in an objective manner and ultimately strive to achieve fairness
CCO website. Please throughout all activities. CCO prevents any conflicts of interest through detailed policies and
read this handbook procedures observed by staff, governing body representatives, and those involved in written
carefully and retain it
and practical exam administration.
for reference throughout
the certification process. This candidate handbook has been developed to provide you with comprehensive informa-
tion about the CCO Written and Practical Examinations leading to certification. CCO
Do not discard this recognizes the commitment you are about to make and will do everything it can to make your
document. experience a positive and successful one. If, after reading this handbook, there is anything
CCO does not dis- you do not fully understand, please call CCO at 703-560-2391 or email [email protected].
criminate against any CCO staff will guide you through any aspects of the program that you would like explained in
individual because of more detail.
race, gender, age, creed,
disability, or national Thank you for your interest—and good luck with your efforts to become CCO-certified!
origin.
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Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................ 1
Program Description.......................................................................................................................1
CCO Examination Development.....................................................................................................1
Certification Policies................................................................................................... 2
Eligibility.........................................................................................................................................2
CCO Written Examinations.............................................................................................................2
CCO Practical Examinations...........................................................................................................2
CCO Certification Time Frames.......................................................................................................2
Recertification Requirements..........................................................................................................3
Code of Ethics for Certified Operators............................................................................................3
Disciplinary Policy...........................................................................................................................3
Substance Abuse Policy..................................................................................................................4
Certification Cards..........................................................................................................................4
Change of Address.........................................................................................................................4
How to Apply for CCO Exams...................................................................................... 5

Start with myCCO Portal.................................................................................................................5
Written Examination Options.........................................................................................................5
Rescheduling/Cancellation.............................................................................................................6
Identification at the Test Site..........................................................................................................6
Score Reporting..............................................................................................................................7
Practical Examination Options .......................................................................................................7
Applying for Practical Exam............................................................................................................7
Written Examination Process...................................................................................... 8

Candidates Requesting Testing Accommodations...........................................................................8
Test Site Information......................................................................................................................8
Test Scoring Information.................................................................................................................8
Retaking the Examination(s)..........................................................................................................9
Information Release Policy.............................................................................................................9
Written Examination Outline—Core Examination.................................................... 10

Domain 1: Site..............................................................................................................................10
Domain 2: Operations...................................................................................................................10
Domain 3: Technical Knowledge...................................................................................................11
Domain 4: Load Charts.................................................................................................................11
Written Examination Outline—Specialty Examinations........................................... 12

Domain 1: Setup...........................................................................................................................12
Domain 2: Operations...................................................................................................................12
Domain 3: Technical Knowledge...................................................................................................12
Domain 4: Load Charts.................................................................................................................12
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Reference List........................................................................................................... 13
Practical Examination Process.................................................................................. 14
Skills Tested..................................................................................................................................14
Scheduling a Test .........................................................................................................................14
Applying for Practical Exam..........................................................................................................14
Test Day .......................................................................................................................................14
Practical Scoring...........................................................................................................................14
Practical Score Reporting..............................................................................................................14
Practical Exam Candidate Fees.....................................................................................................14
Practical Exam Scoring Review Requests......................................................................................15
Practical Examination Outline.................................................................................. 16

Candidate Information and Instructions.......................................................................................16
Tasks.............................................................................................................................................16
Time Limits...................................................................................................................................16
Pre-Test Briefing...........................................................................................................................16
Circumventing the Course............................................................................................................16
Unsafe Act....................................................................................................................................17
Telescoping During the Exam.......................................................................................................17
Candidate ID and Signature .......................................................................................................17
Weather Conditions and Equipment Problems.............................................................................17
Crane Walk Around.......................................................................................................................17
Pre-Operational Inspection...........................................................................................................17
Pre-Test Familiarization Period......................................................................................................17
Task 1: Place Chain in Stop Circle.................................................................................................18
Task 2: Follow Hand Signals.........................................................................................................18
Task 3: Place Ball in Barrels..........................................................................................................18
Pre-Task Familiarization Period (with Test Weight)........................................................................18
Task 4: Negotiate Zigzag Corridor with Test Weight.....................................................................19
Task 5: Safe Shutdown and Securing Procedures..........................................................................19
Post-Test Procedures.....................................................................................................................19
Service Truck Crane Operator................................................................................... 20

Program Description.....................................................................................................................21
Written Examination Outline........................................................................................................23
Practical Examination Outline .....................................................................................................25
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Introduction
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Development of the Mobile Crane Operator Written

Examinations (Core and Specialty Exams) involved a
The National Commission for the Certification of Crane panel of crane operation content experts who worked with
Operators (CCO) is an independent, nonprofit organiza- CCO staff to write and review all questions used in the
tion formed to set standards for fairly measuring the examination. Each examination contains a unique combi-
knowledge and proficiency required for the safe opera- nation of questions from the question bank. Questions are
tion of cranes. CCO currently administers a nationwide selected for examinations on the basis of the content areas
program of certifications for crane operators and related and specialties defined by the test blueprints.
trades, including riggers and signalpersons.
The CCO Mobile Crane Operator Practical Examinations
Based on extensive discussions with representatives from were developed as fair and objective assessments of the
all segments of business and industry who recognize the essential skills a crane operator needs to operate mobile
impact of safety issues, CCO has identified the following cranes safely. These exams were developed over a three-
potential benefits of operator certification: year period by an CCO task force staffed by experts from
• Fewer accidents, injuries, and fatalities all aspects of the crane industry—crane operators, training
• Reduced risk of loss directors, managers, supervisors, manufacturers—who
together represent many thousands of hours of crane
• Assurance of operators’ abilities operating experience.
• Less property damage
CCO teamed its exam development expertise with the
• Improved safety records task force’s knowledge and experience. CCO guided the
• Enhanced public image of crane operators task force in establishing key elements of the program,
including identifying essential skills, selecting tasks, stan-
All candidates are required to pass both written and practi- dardizing test conditions, developing the scoring process,
cal examinations to be certified. The practical examination establishing reliability among tests, and creating flexible
Specialties correspond to the written exam Specialties. application and scheduling procedures.
The initial certification period is for five years. To maintain In concert with the task force, CCO also helped design the
their certification, certificants are required to recertify Practical Exam Proctor Program whereby CCO trains and
prior to their expiration date. Periodic written examina- credentials CCO–certified crane operators to administer
tions are necessary to ensure that certificants’ knowledge CCO practical examinations.
of industry standards, equipment, and safety practices
keeps pace with changes in these areas. CCO’s subject
matter experts, working in conjunction with psychometric
consultants, reviewed the speed of such change in the
industry and researched other comparable certification/
licensing programs before determining that this goal could
be achieved by setting the examination interval at five
years; little, if any, additional benefit is believed would
accrue by more frequent testing. A practical (skills) exami-
nation is not required for recertification, providing the
certificant meets experience requirements.
CCO EXAMINATION DEVELOPMENT

The first step in the development of an objective test to
measure what is required for safe crane operations was a
job analysis study. The study identified the knowledge and
skills necessary for safe crane operations. A representa-
tive number of crane operators then validated that the
knowledge recommended by the experts was vital to safe
operations. The test blueprints and content specifications
were then generated from the validation study.
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Certification Policies
MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR
ELIGIBILITY A candidate must pass the written Core and at least one
Specialty examination as well as the corresponding practi-
To be eligible for certification, candidates must:
cal exam(s) to be certified for a five-year period.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Comply with CCO’s Substance Abuse Policy
CCO CERTIFICATION TIME FRAMES
• Pass written examinations (Core exam and at least Candidates must pass written exams (Core + Specialty)
one Specialty exam) and a practical exam for the designation(s) for which they
seek certification. Candidates may take their written and
• Pass practical examination(s) practical exams in any order.
• Comply with CCO’s Code of Ethics
Candidates have 12 months after they pass their first exam
(written or practical) to pass the corresponding written
CCO WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS
or practical exam(s) for the same designation(s). For
The Mobile Crane Operator written examination consists example, a candidate passing the written exams (Core +
of a Core examination in crane operation and up to four Specialty) in the Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab
crane Specialty examinations. Certification requires (TLL) designation in January 2022 has until the end of
competency in both the Core and one or more Specialty January 2023 to pass the Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing
designation(s). Cab (TLL) practical exam.
The Core examination has 90 multiple-choice questions. Any tests passed within a 12-month period count towards
Candidates are allowed 90 minutes to complete the Core certification. For example, a candidate who passes the
examination. Each Specialty examination consists of 26 written Core exam in January 2022 and the practical exam
multiple-choice questions. Candidates are allowed 60 in June 2022 but does not pass the corresponding written
minutes to complete each Specialty examination. Specialty exam until February 2023 will then be required
to retake (and pass) the written Core exam. The practical
All candidates are required to take the Core examination,
exam would count toward certification until the end of
regardless of the Specialty(s) in which they wish to be
June 2023.
certified.
If a certified operator subsequently becomes certified in
The written Specialty examinations are:
an additional operator designation by taking the appropri-
• Lattice Boom Cranes (LAT) ate written and practical exams, the certification period for
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL) the additional designation expires at the same time his/her
original certification (i.e., all operator designations expire
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS)*
on the same date, regardless of when in the five-year
Candidates must register for the Core and at least one certification period the candidate passed them). If the new
of the Specialty examinations. Candidates meeting the designation is added within the final 24 months of his/her
eligibility requirements may take the written and practical certification period, the certificant is exempt from recer-
examinations in any order. tifying for the new designation after five years; after that,
however, certificants must recertify for all designations
*For information about the Service Truck Crane Operator
during the 12 months prior to their certifications’ expira-
program, a subcategory of the Telescopic Boom Crane—
tion date. This ensures that all of the certificant’s operator
Fixed Cab (TSS) designation, please see page 20.
designations maintain the same expiration date.
CCO PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS Candidates for certification or recertification may petition
The Mobile Crane Operator practical examination dem- for an extension of CCO’s standard timeline(s). CCO staff
onstrates crane operation proficiency and is available for shall have the discretion to make the initial determination
three crane types: of whether a requested extension should be granted. Peti-
tions for an extension of time are generally denied absent
• Lattice Boom Cranes (LAT) a showing of extraordinary circumstances. Denials of such
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL) petitions may be appealed to the Appeals Committee.
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS)
RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ii. So as to protect and preserve nearby general public
property and the environment; and
CCO certification is valid for five years. Recertification
candidates must complete all recertification require- iii. So as to be free of bias with regard to religion,
ments during the 12 months prior to their certification’s ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, and disability.
expiration date. This includes: Furthermore, in connection with my work and in my deal-
• Passing the Mobile Crane Operator written ings with CCO, I will:
examination(s) iv. Make management and appropriate personnel aware
• Compliance with CCO’s Substance Abuse Policy promptly if I have any safety concerns relating to
• Compliance with the Code of Ethics the work that I am performing or with which I am
involved;
The Mobile Crane Operator written examinations consist
of a Core examination in crane operation and up to four v. Not knowingly violate any safety-related regulations,
Specialty examinations. These are identical to the exams warnings, or instructions set forth by OSHA,
required for initial certification. recognized safety standards, prevailing jurisdictions,
or equipment manufacturers; and,
Recertification candidates may take their Mobile Crane
vi. Not mislead, misrepresent or knowingly deceive others
Operator written examinations up to one year prior to their
concerning my experience or the capabilities of myself
certification’s date of expiration. Regardless of the date of
or the equipment I am operating or with which I am
the exams within that one-year period, the new five-year
working.
certification period begins from the date of expiration of
the candidate’s initial certification. In addition, in my dealings with CCO, I will:
Candidates who can attest to at least 1,000 hours of crane- vii. Provide accurate and complete information and abide
related experience during their period of certification do by CCO’s policies and procedures, including this Code
not need to take the practical exam to recertify. Crane- of Ethics, as they may be updated from time to time;
related experience is defined as: operating, maintaining, viii. Not act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an
inspecting, or training on cranes. advantage, or to provide another with an advantage,
Recertification candidates who need to take the practical in connection with any dealings with CCO;
exam for any reason, however, must do so before their ix. Cooperate fully and completely with any administra-
certification expires. There is no grace period after their tive inquiries or investigations by CCO; and,
certification expires. Candidates whose certification has x. Not misrepresent or misuse any CCO card, or the
lapsed must take both the written and practical examina- NCCCO or CCO acronyms and logos, or any registered
tions again to be certified again. trademark or other intellectual property of CCO;
NOTE: Candidates who recertify more than 12 months and I understand that I must return the card to CCO
prior to their expiration date will have their new certi- immediately if required to do so.
fication period begin immediately, not from the end of CCO-certified personnel who intentionally or knowingly
their current certification period. violate any provision of the Code of Ethics will be subject
Candidates who are not certified in all Specialties may add to action by a peer review panel, the Ethics and Discipline
a new Specialty by taking additional Specialty exams when Committee, which may result in suspension or revocation
they recertify. of certification.
CODE OF ETHICS FOR CERTIFIED OPERATORS DISCIPLINARY POLICY

CCO–certified crane operators must comply with CCO’s All participants in CCO’s certification programs, including
Code of Ethics during their certification, as set forth below: CCO certified personnel, are held to very high standards
of conduct and are expected to conduct themselves in an
In my occupation, I will conduct myself in a manner: ethical manner.
i. So as to place the safety and welfare of others In recognizing its responsibility to maintain the integrity
associated with my work above all other of CCO’s certification programs, CCO understands that
considerations; action may be needed against a candidate or certificant
upon receipt and investigation of allegations of violation(s)
of the Code of Ethics or Substance Abuse Policy or similar
policies, if they are found to be substantiated.
Find grounds for disciplinary action as well as the
policies and procedures surrounding such action at
www.nccco.org/discipline.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY

It is the policy of the National Commission for the Certifi-
cation of Crane Operators (CCO) that certified personnel
shall not perform duties related to their certification while
under the influence of any substance that impairs or may
reasonably be expected to impair their ability to work
safely in the workplace.
See details of the CCO substance abuse policy at
www.nccco.org/abuse.
CERTIFICATION CARDS
Certified operators receive a laminated photo ID card at
no cost when they certify, add a designation, or recertify.
Replacement cards may be ordered online at:
www.nccco.org/newcard.
Certification cards remain the property of CCO, are not
transferable, and must be returned to CCO upon demand.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS
Certificants who change their address must notify CCO
as soon as possible. Failure to do so may cause important
updates on CCO’s programs to be missed that could affect
a certificant’s stature.
The fastest and easiest way to update your contact
information is using the myCCO portal smartphone
app, available for iPhones and Android phones.
Alternatively, you may use the companion website
(www.nccco.org/myCCO) to access and update your
contact information and review your current certifications
and expiration dates. The app also enables you to view
your upcoming exams and recent exam history, including
exam results.
How to Apply for CCO Exams
WRITTEN AND PRACTICAL
START WITH myCCO PORTAL Event Online Testing (EOT)

All candidates applying for CCO exams—both written and Take your exam(s) online using a computer at an
practical—need a myCCO account to submit their exam authorized CCO test site. For more information, go to
applications and payments. A myCCO account is free and www.nccco.org/EOT.
takes only minutes to set up.
Applications may be submitted at any time, but no less
To apply for CCO exams, complete the following steps: than two business days before your preferred exam date.
1. Go to my.ccocert.org and login or register for an Once the application has been processed, candidates will
account. receive a scheduling authorization email with specific
2. Once you are logged in, submit an online application instructions on how to find an available authorized CCO
and pay for the exam(s). test site. Scheduling your exam appointment occurs
through the Test Site Coordinator. Once scheduled, candi-
3. Application deadlines and processing times vary by
dates will receive a CCO appointment confirmation email
type of testing. Please see specifics below.
with the date, time, and location of their appointment.
4. Candidates have six months from the date of
Candidates will receive preliminary exam results immedi-
application to take exam(s).
ately following testing.
Examination Fees
Computer-Based Testing (CBT)
For all exam and related fees, visit the Exam Fees page on
CCO’s website at www.nccco.org/fees. Take your exam(s) online using a computer at any of the
400+ PSI test centers across the country. For more infor-
WRITTEN EXAMINATION OPTIONS mation about CBT, go to www.nccco.org/cbt.
The following exam administration options are available Applications may be submitted at any time, but no less
for CCO written exams: than five business days before your preferred exam date.
Once the application has been processed, candidates will
Online Proctored Testing (OPT) receive a scheduling authorization email with specific
Take your exam(s) online using your internet-connected instructions on how to schedule the schedule the date,
computer. You will be monitored by a live online proctor time, and location their exam. Scheduling exam appoint-
for the full duration of the exam. You can test from almost ments occurs through PSI. Once scheduled, candidates
anywhere, 24/7/365. Computers must meet minimum will receive a CCO appointment confirmation email with
technical requirements as found at www.nccco.org/ the date, time, and location of their appointment.
techreq. For more information, go to www.nccco.org/OPT. Candidates will receive exam results immediately follow-
Applications may be submitted at any time, but no less ing testing.
than two business days before your preferred exam date.
Paper/Pencil Testing (PPT)
receive a scheduling authorization email with specific Take your exam(s) via paper/pencil on a specific date,
instructions on how to schedule the date and time of their time, and location. If interested in paper/pencil testing,
exam. Scheduling exam appointment occurs through the go to www.nccco.org/findwritten to find a PPT exam
myCCO portal. Once scheduled, candidates will receive a administration convenient to you; then contact the Test
CCO appointment confirmation email with the date and Site Coordinator to confirm availability.
time of their appointment. Paper/pencil CCO written examinations are electronically
Candidates will receive preliminary exam results immedi- scored by CCO. For this reason, it is important to complete
ately following testing. the answer sheet according to the instructions provided
by the Written Exam Proctor on the day of the exam.
Candidates will receive credit only for answers recorded
on the scannable answer sheet. Answers marked in the
test booklet(s) will NOT be counted toward a candidate’s • To cancel an application email [email protected].
score. • Refunds, minus a cancellation fee, will be issued
within 30 days of the cancellation.
RESCHEDULING/CANCELLATION
• Candidates who miss their exam appointment, or
The following policies apply should a candidate be unable
miss the cancellation deadline will forfeit their fees.
to attend the scheduled exam appointment.
Emergency Cancellation
Online Proctored Testing (OPT) Only the following are considered grounds for emergency
• Candidates may reschedule or cancel their exam cancellation:
appointment at no cost through the myCCO portal at
• Called to work—supporting documentation required:
least one minute prior to the exam start time.
letter from employer
• Candidates who are 15 minutes late for their
• Candidate illness—supporting documentation
appointment, miss their exam appointment entirely,
required: doctor’s note
or do not test within six months of their application
submission will forfeit their fees. • Family death—supporting documentation required:
death certificate or obituary notice
• Note that candidates who scheduled testing through
OPT are able to cancel and reschedule through EOT if To be considered for an emergency cancellation:
they so choose, at no additional cost. • Candidates must notify CCO within seven business
days following the exam date.
Event Online Testing (EOT)
• To cancel an application, email [email protected]
• Candidates may reschedule or cancel their exam along with required supporting documentation.
appointment at no cost by contacting their Test Site
Coordinator as long as the exam has not been started. • Refunds, minus a cancellation fee, will be issued
within 30 days of the cancellation.
• Candidates who decide not to take exams, or do not
test within six months of application submission will • Candidates who miss their exam, decide not to take
forfeit their fees. exams, or cancel after the deadline will forfeit their
fees.
• Note that candidates who scheduled testing through
EOT are able to cancel and reschedule through OPT if IDENTIFICATION AT THE TEST SITE
they so choose, at no additional cost.
Candidates must bring valid (not expired) government-
Computer-Based Testing (CBT) issued photo identification that includes date of birth to
the test site on the day of the test administration. Candi-
• Candidates may reschedule their exam appointment
dates will be required to sign the test site roster upon entry
at no cost through PSI as long as they do so at least 24
to the testing area.
hours prior to the exam start time.
• To reschedule or unschedule exams: Acceptable forms of photo identification may include a
current:
– Log into PSI account, or
• Passport
– Call PSI at 833-333-4752
• Government–issued driver’s license
• Candidates who do not cancel their appointment by
the deadline, miss their exam appointment, arrive late • Military identification card
for their appointment, decide not to take exams, or do • U.S. Government–issued alien registration card
not test within six months of application submission
NOTE: Candidates without appropriate identifica-
will forfeit their fees.
tion documents will NOT be admitted to take the CCO
Paper/Pencil Testing (PPT) examination(s) and all fees will be forfeited.
Standard Cancellation
• Candidates may cancel their application as long as
they do so at least seven business days prior to the
exam date.
SCORE REPORTING candidates will receive a confirmation email within one
hour with an authorization code for each practical exam
Online Proctored Testing (OPT) and Event Online they are approved to take. Candidates have up to six
Testing (EOT) months to take their practical exam before their authoriza-
• Candidates will receive preliminary exam results tion expires.
immediately following testing. Please note the following requirements:
• Candidates results will also be available in the myCCO • Candidates will not be permitted to take a practical
Portal and mobile phone app. exam without their authorization code.
Computer-Based Testing (CBT) • Candidates must take the authorized practical exam
by the expiration date. No extensions permitted.
• CBT candidates will receive their test results
immediately following their exams and should retain • Applications cannot be cancelled, refunded, or
these score reports for their records. transferred to another candidate.
• Candidates results will also be available in the myCCO • On test day candidates must bring a valid
mobile phone app. government-issued photo ID (passport, driver’s
license) with date of birth.
Paper/Pencil Testing (PPT)
• Paper/pencil CCO written examinations are
electronically scored by CCO. For this reason, it is
important to complete the answer sheet according to
the instructions provided by the Written Exam Proctor
on the day of the exam. Candidates will receive credit
only for answers recorded on the scannable answer
sheet. Answers marked in the test booklet(s) will NOT
be counted toward a candidate’s score.
• Examination results are emailed to candidates
approximately 12 business days after the examination
administration.
PRACTICAL EXAMINATION OPTIONS

To find upcoming practical exam administrations for the
program(s) you’re interested in, contact your Test Site
Coordinator to determine the date of the next scheduled
practical exam, or visit www.nccco.org/practicalsites to
find the nearest practical testing locations to you; then
contact the Test Site Coordinator to confirm availability
and to schedule.
Applications may be submitted at any time, but at least
one hour prior to testing.
receive an email for each exam they are approved to take
with a testing authorization code. Candidates will not be
permitted to take a practical exam without their authoriza-
tion code.
APPLYING FOR PRACTICAL EXAM

Candidates must apply for practical exams online at
my.ccocert.org. Upon submission of their application,
Written Examination Process
CANDIDATES REQUESTING TESTING the results of the examination, or other appropriate

ACCOMMODATIONS remedy.
Arrangements for persons with disabilities will be pro- • A candidate’s signature on the answer sheet or roster
vided upon request, in conformance with the Americans for the administration of the examination confirms
with Disabilities Act (ADA). that the candidate has read and understands the
above statements.
Professional documentation in support of a request for
accommodation must be submitted to CCO no later than Candidate Question Comment Forms
four weeks prior to the scheduled test date. For further
Computer-based testing candidates may provide com-
information about testing accommodations, see the
ments for any question by clicking on the “Comments”
complete CCO Testing Accommodations Policy at:
button to the left of the Time button. This opens a dialogue
www.nccco.org/accommodations.
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the following: TEST SCORING INFORMATION
• The examination is the exclusive property of CCO. CCO written examinations are criterion-referenced
examinations; i.e., the passing score is set beforehand,
• The examination and the questions contained therein and candidate performance on the examination is not
are protected by federal copyright law. compared to the performance of others taking the exami-
• No part of the examination(s) may be copied nation. In a criterion-referenced examination, a candidate
or reproduced in part or whole by any means must obtain a score equal to or higher than a predeter-
whatsoever, including memorization. mined passing score to pass the test. The passing score
• Theft or attempted theft of an examination is represents an absolute standard and is determined by a
punishable as a felony. panel of CCO content experts using a psychometrically
accepted standard-setting methodology.
• While at the examination site, candidates are
considered professionals and shall be treated as In reporting the examination results to candidates,
such. In turn, candidates must conduct themselves statistical procedures are used to convert raw scores
in a professional manner at all times. While at the (i.e., the number of test questions answered correctly)
site, they shall not use words or take actions that are to scaled scores, which are set for all administrations of
vulgar, obscene, libelous, or that would denigrate the the examination(s). The scaled score is not a number-
staff or other candidates. answered-correctly score.
• No conversing or any other form of communication Candidate results are reported as a pass/fair status.
among the candidates is permitted once they enter
Candidate scores are never reported by telephone.
the examination area.
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examination site.
Candidates not passing exam(s) may request from CCO
• No guests, visitors, or family members are allowed in a hand scoring of their answer sheet(s), provided their
the testing room or reception areas. request is made in writing within three months of the test
• Candidate participation in any irregularity during date. A Score Review Processing Fee will be invoiced.
the examination, such as giving or obtaining
Scoring review requests should be emailed to
unauthorized information or aid, as evidenced by an
[email protected].
observation or subsequent statistical analysis, may be
sufficient cause to terminate participation, invalidate
In the event that score review of a failing candidate’s
answer sheet results in a passing score, the score review
fee will be refunded in full.
RETAKING THE EXAMINATION(S)

Candidates who fail an examination(s) may retake the
examination(s); they must reapply and pay all correspond-
ing retest fees. Written exam retest candidates are required
to wait a minimum of four weeks before retesting on the
same exam.
INFORMATION RELEASE POLICY

CCO releases information pertaining to individuals who
have successfully passed one or more CCO examinations
according to its Information Release Policy as detailed at
www.nccco.org/inforelease.
Written Examination Outline
CORE EXAMINATION—MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR
The Core examination portion of the CCO written exami- 7. Know wire rope:
nation tests the following knowledge areas relating to the a. Reeving
operation of mobile cranes: b. Parts of line
Domain 1: Site 8. Know types of signals:
• Approximately 20% of test a. Hand signals
Domain 2: Operations b. Voice/radio signals
c. Audible signals
• Approximately 26% of test
d. New or non-standard signals
Domain 3: Technical Knowledge
9. Know the requirements for:
a. Multi-crane lifts
Domain 4: Load Charts b. Suspended personnel platforms
• Approximately 26% of test c. Duty cycle operations
d. Barge operations
DOMAIN 1: SITE e. Multi-drum operations
1. Understand elements that affect ground stability: 10. Know the effects of lifting loads from beneath the
a. Below surface (e.g., voids, tanks, loose fill) surface of the water.
b. On surface (e.g., retaining walls, slopes,
11. Know the requirements and procedures for when load
excavations, depressions)
is not in full view of the operator.
2. Know the proper use of supporting materials (e.g.,
12. Know the requirements of tag lines.
mats, blocking/cribbing).
13. Know how to react to:
3. Know electric power line hazards during assembly/
a. Block and line twisting
disassembly.
b. Personnel in fall zone
4. Know the requirements to travel without load.
14. Know the use/function of the following operator aids:
5. Know how to identify and evaluate hazards
a. Load moment indicator, load moment limiter, load
concerning:
weighing devices
a. Access to job site
b. Anti–two block devices
b. In-transit clearances
c. Boom angle indicator
c. Pinch/crush points
d. Wind indicator
d. Personnel
e. Drum rotation indicators
6. Know the responsibilities of the controlling entity f. Radius indicators
concerning site conditions.
15. Know alternative operating procedures when operator
7. Know how to review lift requirements with site aids malfunction.
supervision.
16. Know the use/function of the following safety devices:
DOMAIN 2: OPERATIONS a. Horn
b. Level indicator
1. Know how to inspect the crane for unsafe conditions.
17. Know emergency procedures for:
2. Know personnel safety requirements during crane
inspections. a. Electric power line contact
b. Loss of stability
3. Know how to level the crane.
c. Control malfunction
4. Know how to obtain dimensions, weight, and center d. Carrier or travel malfunction
of gravity of the load. e. Two-blocking
5. Know how to verify the radius. f. Overloading
6. Know electric power line hazards during operations. g. Fires
18. Know the effects of dynamic loading from: 12. Know requirements for fall protection.
a. Shock loading 13. Know requirements for access and egress of the crane.
b. Moving loads
19. Know the effect of side loading. DOMAIN 4: LOAD CHARTS
20. Know the effects of operating in various weather 1. Know the terminology necessary to use load charts.
conditions (e.g., wind, temperature, wave action) 2. Demonstrate basic math skills without the use of a
21. Understand the condition where backward stability calculator.
presents limitations. 3. Know how to ensure that the load chart is the
22. Know how to use the manufacturer-approved appropriate chart for the machine in its particular
attachments and their effect on the crane’s operation. application.
23. Know operator’s authority to stop operations. 4. Know how to use load charts, including:
24. Know how to shut down and secure the crane when a. The difference between capacity limited by stability
leaving it unattended. and factors other than stability
b. The range diagram
DOMAIN 3: TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE c. The work area chart
d. “Parts-of-line” information
1. Know current federal regulations and industry
standards, including but not limited to ASME B30.5,
B30.10, OSHA 1910.180, 1926 Subpart CC.
2. Know basic crane terminology and definitions.
3. Know functions and limitations of cranes and
attachments.
4. Know the inspection requirements for:
a. Shift inspections
b. Monthly inspections
c. Annual inspections
d. Notifying supervision of inspection deficiencies
5. Know basic procedures for rigging devices and their
use, such as slings, softeners, lifting beams, and
shackles.
6. Know basic procedures for termination of wire rope.
7. Know the proper use of hook blocks and overhaul
balls.
8. Know wire rope:
a. Types and designations of wire rope and their
application
b. Replacement criteria and inspection procedures of
running ropes
c. Maintenance and lubrication
9. Know relationship between line pull and safe working
load of running ropes.
10. Know protective measures against electrical hazards
and their limitations.
11. Know the significance of the instruments and gauge
readings.
SPECIALTY EXAMINATIONS—MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR
The Specialty examinations for the CCO mobile crane 3. Know how to shut down and secure the crane
operator certification program test the following knowl- properly when leaving it unattended:
edge areas relating to the operation of each of these types a. Lattice boom cranes
of cranes: b. Telescopic boom cranes
• Lattice Boom Cranes (LAT) 4. Know the use/function of the following operator aids:
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Swing Cab (TLL) a. Boom length indicators
• Telescopic Boom Cranes—Fixed Cab (TSS) b. Boom hoist limiting devices
c. Luffing jib limiting devices
Each Specialty exam only contains questions relevant to
5. Know the use/function of the following safety devices:
cranes within that specialty area. For example, questions
about lattice booms will appear on LBT and LBC exams, a. Boom stops
but will NOT appear on TLL or TSS exams. b. Brake locks
c. Jib stops
Domain 1: Setup
6. Know power flow systems.
7. Know the procedures when approaching two-
Domain 2: Operations blocking for:
• Approximately 23% of test a. Telescopic boom cranes
Domain 3: Technical Knowledge b. Lattice boom cranes
• Approximately 19% of test DOMAIN 3: TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
Domain 4: Manufacturers’ Load Charts 1. Know basic crane terminology and definitions specific
• Approximately 35% of test to different crane types.
2. Know functions and limitations and attachments
DOMAIN 1: SETUP specific to different crane types.
1. Know the proper use of supporting materials (e.g., 3. Know wire rope replacement criteria and inspection
mats, blocking/cribbing). procedures (standing ropes)
2. Know proper boom assembly and disassembly
procedures: DOMAIN 4: LOAD CHARTS
a. Lattice booms 1. Understand different elements of load charts:
b. Telescopic booms a. Apply load chart notes
c. Extensions/jibs b. Specifications
3. Know how to properly use: c. Range diagram
a. Outriggers/stabilizers d. Work area diagram
b. Crawlers e. Boom/jib erection charts
f. Rated capacity charts
4. Know how to use outrigger position indicators/
sensors. 2. Understand and apply manufacturers’ load charts
given various configurations:
DOMAIN 2: OPERATIONS a. Determining maximum radius for load placement
1. Know how to operate a crane: b. Determining gross capacity
a. Stationary on rubber tires c. Determining net capacity
b. On outriggers
c. Stationary on crawlers
2. Know how to pick and carry:
a. On rubber
b. On crawlers
Reference List
The following reference materials are used by CCO’s Writ- OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
ten Examination Committee to verify the accuracy of CCO ADMINISTRATION, U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
test questions.
CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS, PARTS 1926
Candidates are strongly advised to become familiar with SUBPART CC—CRANES AND DERRICKS IN
manufacturers’ load charts in preparing for the CCO CONSTRUCTION AND 1910.180—CRANES IN
certification examinations. Prices current at press time.
GENERAL INDUSTRY
ANSI/ASME, B30.5 (2018) $94.00 CFR 1910.180: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/
MOBILE AND LOCOMOTIVE CRANES regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.180
CFR 1926 Subpart CC: https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/
Order by Internet: https://www.asme.org/codes-standards
regulations/standardnumber/1926
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Practical Examination Process
SKILLS TESTED must bring valid (not expired) government issued photo
identification that includes date of birth to the test site on
CCO Mobile Crane Operator Practical Examinations are the day of the test administration.
available on three crane types:
Candidates are required to submit a digital passport size
• Lattice Boom Crane (LAT): includes lattice boom
head-and-shoulders color photo (without hat or sun-
crawler cranes and lattice boom truck cranes
glasses). Please coordinate with your Test Site Coordinator
• Telescopic Boom Crane—Fixed Cab (TSS): cranes to either provide one in advance or have the photo taken
having a fixed (non-rotating) operator’s station the day of the exam.
• Telescopic Boom Crane—Swing Cab (TLL): cranes
having an operator’s station that rotates with the
PRACTICAL SCORING
crane’s upper works or turret of the boom. (These Candidate performance on the practical examination is
include any cranes for which an operator stands at a recorded by Practical Exam Proctors credentialed by CCO.
control station and “walks” with the controls as they Proctor requirements include meeting CCO requirements
rotate with the boom structure; this definition also for operator certification, passing the written and practi-
applies to any cranes with a rotating operator station, cal exams, and successfully completing an accreditation
including walk-around, platform, and cab-operated workshop.
boom trucks.)
The testing procedure has been developed to provide
Candidates may take the practical examination on one, the highest degree of standardization and reliability. The
two, or all three of the crane types, provided they have Proctor’s task is primarily to record the performance of the
passed/will pass the written examination for the corre- candidate.
sponding designation within the 12-month time frame.
A candidate may lose points either through operational
The practical examination is comprised of six main tasks errors or exceeding established optimum time limits.
that increase progressively in the skill level tested. Skills Candidates’ performances are scored off site at CCO’s
tested are: inspecting the equipment hoisting, boom- facilities.
ing, swinging, following hand signals, and combination
(multifunction) operations. Crane operation with load and PRACTICAL SCORE REPORTING
without load is required. All candidates receive score reports of their performance
CCO adapts the Test Site Layout (CAD) for each model via email. The free myCCO app for Apple and Android
of crane used for the practical examination to ensure the devices provides the fastest way to access score reports; get
examination remains standardized for all candidates, the app at www.nccco.org/myCCO. Examination results
wherever and whenever they may test. are emailed to candidates approximately 12 business days
after the receipt of practical examination score sheets by
SCHEDULING A TEST CCO.
Candidates for the practical examination should contact Please note that while Practical Exam Proctors are
their Test Site Coordinator to determine the date of the encouraged to expedite score sheets after each test admin-
next scheduled practical exam. Candidates may also visit istration, they may batch score sheets from several test
the CCO website at www.nccco.org/practicalsites for a administrations over a number of days. This means that
listing of upcoming open test sites. candidates may receive their score reports from CCO more
than three weeks after their test administration.
TEST DAY
Both the practical examination and the scoring system
Candidates must report to the test site at the scheduled have been validated and verified by CCO’s pilot testing
time. Candidates must present their Practical Exam program. A score of 75 represents the minimum passing
Authorization code either as a printed document or score for Mobile Crane Practical Examinations.
electronically.
All candidates shall comply with test site requirements PRACTICAL EXAM CANDIDATE FEES
concerning personal protective equipment (PPE), which For all exam and related fees, visit the Exam Fees page on
at a minimum shall meet OSHA requirements. Candidates CCO’s website at www.nccco.org/fees.
PRACTICAL EXAM SCORING REVIEW REQUESTS
Candidates not passing the examination(s) may request
from CCO a scoring review of their answer sheets, pro-
vided the request is made in writing within three months
of the test date. A Score Review Processing Fee will be
invoiced.
Score review requests should be emailed to

[email protected].
In the event that a review of the scoring of a failing can-
didate’s answer sheet results in a passing score, the Score
Review Fee will be refunded in full.
Practical Examination Outline
The following is an outline of the practical testing proce- Once you exceed this time limit, however, you will lose
dure, as provided to candidates at the time of testing. points on a gradual basis. If you take one and a half times
as long as the optimum time, you will have lost all the
CANDIDATE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS points allotted to that particular task. The optimum time
The following sections describe the specific tasks you will for each task is stated as part of the task descriptions. At
be performing when taking the Practical Examination. It is two times the optimum time the Proctor may end the task
important that you understand these instructions. If there and move on to the next task.
is anything you do not understand, please request clarifi-
cation from the Practical Exam Proctor. PRE-TEST BRIEFING
While candidates are waiting to take their tests, they will
TASKS
have sufficient time to read this description of the tasks to
The practical exam tasks are: be performed and review the operator’s manual and load
chart for the crane(s) they will operate. In addition, they
• Task: Pre-Operational (Shift) Inspection
will be informed of the make and model of the crane, the
• Task 1: Place Chain in Stop Circle boom length, and the weight of the test load. They will
• Task 2: Follow Hand Signals also watch a short video showing all the tasks they will be
required to perform during the examination. This video
• Task 3: Place Ball in Barrels
is also available on the CCO website and candidates must
• Task 4: Negotiate Zigzag Corridor with Test Weight view it within 24 hours before their practical exam(s).
• Task 5: Safe Shutdown and Securing Procedures
Note that:
There is also a Pre-Test Briefing, a Crane Walk Around,
• The crane’s LMI system (if the crane is so equipped)
a Pre-Test Familiarization Period, and a Pre-Task Famil-
has been correctly programmed and will not interfere
iarization Period (prior to the Zigzag task) with a load.
with the proper operation of the crane.
You will be required to complete all phases of the test in
sequence. • The crane has been set up and leveled. A spirit level is
available to verify that the crane is level.
You must report to the test site at the scheduled time.
• None of the target points have been placed at a radius
All candidates shall comply with test site requirements
that exceeds the crane’s rated capacity.
concerning personal protective equipment (PPE), which
at a minimum shall meet federal OSHA requirements. • On telescopic boom cranes, the boom length has been
pre-set. Telescoping will not be permitted at any time.
The Test Site Coordinator is responsible for setting the
testing schedule. If you are familiar with the operation • All signals used throughout the test are in accordance
of the test crane, you may elect to test first to allow other with the Standard Method hand signals.
candidates time to review the operator’s manuals and load
charts. Otherwise, selection shall be by random drawing or CIRCUMVENTING THE COURSE
by assignment of the Test Site Coordinator. Circumventing the course on CCO Mobile Crane Operator
During the practical examination, you are under the direc- Practical Exams is defined as when:
tion of the Proctor and must follow the Proctor’s directions 1. Chain leaves the corridor while on or off the ground
at all times. and passes more than one pole left still standing on
Once you have completed all of the tests you are taking, the original string line before re-entering the corridor;
you must leave the testing area. Only personnel involved you must enter the circles from inside the corridor to
in the administration of the test are allowed in the test avoid this being marked as a deficiency
area. 2. Chain leapfrogs from one leg of corridor to another
with the chain off the ground, outside the corridor
TIME LIMITS
3. Chain passes four or more poles consecutively with
For Task 1, Task 3, and Task 4 an optimum time limit has the chain off the ground, inside the corridor
been set. If the task is completed within this time period,
All points for that task are lost if a circumvention occurs.
you receive no time penalty.
UNSAFE ACT WEATHER CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT
PROBLEMS
If at any time during the Pre-Test Familiarization Period
or during the test, you commit an unsafe act, you will be The Proctor will use an anemometer to check the wind
disqualified from continuing with the test. Unsafe acts speed and then will record the weather conditions on the
include but are not limited to the following: score sheet.
• Dropping the ball or load hook on ground (lattice The Proctor has the responsibility to determine if weather
boom cranes: free fall ONLY) conditions or equipment problems are such that a test
• Two-blocking of the crane needs to be suspended. If the test is interrupted due to
weather conditions or equipment problems, the procedure
• Contacting the crane with the test weight
for restarting is as follows:
• Uncontrolled or reckless operation (must be sufficient
• You will resume the test at the beginning of the task
to cause safety concern to personnel or crane)
you were performing at the time of the interruption,
• Failure to respond to a stop signal except for Task 4, when you will go back to the
• Contacting obstruction with crane or test weight beginning of either Task 4a or 4b, as appropriate.
The Proctor has the authority to stop the test at any time • You will be entitled to a Pre-Test or Pre-Task
for reasons of safety. Please ask the Proctor if you have any Familiarization period before resuming the test.
questions. • If testing resumes on a different machine, you must
start the test over from the beginning. The first score
If you are disqualified due to an unsafe act, you will not be
sheet will be marked as “VOID” with an explanation
permitted to test on any crane until the next day.
and returned to CCO.
TELESCOPING DURING THE EXAM • If the testing is delayed to a different day, the test must
be restarted from the beginning.
You are not permitted to telescope during the mobile
crane practical exam. In the event you telescope in or out, CRANE WALK AROUND
intentionally or otherwise, while timing continues the • Before you begin operations, you are allowed a couple
Proctor will give you a Stop signal, a Telescope In or Out of minutes to walk around the crane to ensure proper
signal as needed, and indicate that you may continue the setup.
task. Please note timing of the task continues while neces-
sary corrections are made and until the task is complete. PRE-OPERATIONAL INSPECTION
This is not considered a circumvention or an unsafe act. • You will be asked to identify five items on the crane
Should you fail to respond to the Stop signal, the Proctor that are part of the pre-operational inspection.
will stop the test and record it as an unsafe act.
• One at a time, you will be asked to describe how you
CANDIDATE ID AND SIGNATURE would conduct the inspection and what deficiencies
you would look for.
Prior to beginning the examination, the Proctor will ask
you for a valid (not expired) government-issued photo • You have approximately one minute per item.
identification that includes date of birth, such as a driver’s
PRE-TEST FAMILIARIZATION PERIOD
license.
• You will be allowed 15 minutes to familiarize yourself
The Proctor will ask you if you have read the Candidate with the crane and to examine anything on the crane
Information and Instructions and will answer any ques- that you feel is necessary to operate it comfortably.
tions you may have. The Proctor will review the weather
conditions and ask the candidates to sign indicating that • You will be allowed to get the feel of the controls
they understand the instructions for the test and that and run the crane through its functions. The boom
they agree with the Proctor’s assessment of the weather length has been preset. The brakes and other devices
conditions. have been set according to the crane manufacturer’s
recommendation.
• You may not interfere with the test course, lift the test
weight, or shadow the Zigzag Corridor or the barrels.
• You must finish the Pre-test Familiarization Period e. Lower the boom, raise the load, and stop
with the load hook under control and the chain on f. Raise the boom and stop
the ground at the Starting Point within the 15-minute g. Lower the boom and stop
period. h. Raise the boom, lower the load, and stop
• The Proctor will notify you when there are ten, five, • The Proctor may give the signals in any sequence.
and one minute(s) remaining. • The Proctor or Assistant Proctor will remove the chain
• If you are ready in less than 15 minutes, you may at the completion of this task.
indicate this to the Proctor.
• If, at the end of the Pre-Test Familiarization TASK 3: PLACE BALL IN BARRELS
Period, you feel that you are not ready to take the Optimum Times:
examination, you should notify the Proctor. You will Telescopic Boom Crane—Fixed Cab: 3½ minutes
have, in effect, disqualified yourself from taking the Telescopic Boom Crane—Swing Cab: 3½ minutes
examination at this time, and you will be required to Lattice Boom Crane: 4 minutes
sign to that effect on the Candidate Score Sheet.
• At the Proctor’s indication to start, at which point
TASK 1: PLACE CHAIN IN STOP CIRCLE timing will begin, bring the overhaul ball from the
Optimum Time: 1½ minutes Starting Point and place it into Barrel #1. (If you knock
over Barrel #1, at the Proctor’s indication proceed to
• At the Proctor’s indication to start, at which point put the ball in Barrel #2.)
timing will begin, raise the ball and chain at least 10 ft.
off the ground to clear all obstacles and personnel. • The Proctor will determine when the horizontal line
around the center of the ball has dropped below the
• Bring it from the Starting Point to the Stop Circle. rim of Barrel #1 and will so indicate to you. At the
• Once the ball and chain reaches the Stop Circle, place Proctor’s indication, move the ball from Barrel #1 to
it there such that the chain suspended from the hook Barrel #2.
makes contact with the ground inside the circle and • The Proctor will determine when the horizontal line
remains there. around the center of the ball has dropped below
• The Proctor will give you a stop signal once the ball the rim of the barrel. Hold the ball in Barrel #2 until
and chain are under control. instructed by the Proctor to remove it.
• Points will be deducted for the following: • Timing stops when the ball is completely clear of
a. Dragging chain or contacting ground outside of the Barrel #2 and the Proctor has given you a stop signal.
circle • Points will be deducted for the following:
b. Hook or ball touching ground either inside or a. Moving barrel (2 in. or more)
outside of the circle b. Knocking over barrel
c. Hook, ball, or chain contacting any part of the c. Hook or ball touching ground
course or crane d. Exceeding the optimum time
d. Lifting the chain off the ground after it has made
contact with the ground inside the circle PRE-TASK FAMILIARIZATION PERIOD (WITH
e. Exceeding the optimum time TEST WEIGHT)
This part of the test is not scored.
TASK 2: FOLLOW HAND SIGNALS
• At the Proctor’s indication, bring the overhaul ball
This task is not timed. over the test weight located in the Test Weight Circle.
• At the Proctor’s direction, you will be guided back to • The load will be attached to the crane’s hook by the
the Starting Point using standard B30.5 hand signals. Proctor or Assistant Proctor.
• The Proctor will select four signals from the following: • You are allowed to bring the test weight to the
a. Hoist and stop designated area, where you can get the feel of the
b. Swing and stop load, test the brake, etc., before beginning the Zigzag
c. Lower the load and stop Corridor task.
d. Lower the load slowly and stop
• You may not swing the load outside of the designated • At this time the Proctor will reconstruct the corridor,
area or shadow the Zigzag Course. as necessary.
• You will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for • At the direction of the Proctor, at which point timing
this Pre-Task Familiarization, by the end of which will begin, lift the test weight from the Stop Circle and
period you must have placed the test weight on the travel through the corridor in reverse fashion.
ground in the Test Weight Circle with the rigging taut. • Timing stops when you have placed the test weight on
• The Proctor will notify you when there is one minute the ground in the Test Weight Circle and the Proctor
remaining. has given you a stop signal. The task is not complete
until the load is placed completely within the outside
TASK 4: NEGOTIATE ZIGZAG CORRIDOR WITH perimeter of the circle and the Proctor has given you
TEST WEIGHT a stop signal. If the Proctor does not give you a stop
signal, this indicates the weight is not within the circle
Optimum Times:
and the task continues to be timed.
Telescopic Boom Crane—Fixed Cab: 4 minutes each
• The Proctor will then detach the test weight from the
direction
load hook.
Telescopic Boom Crane—Swing Cab: 3 minutes each
direction • At the Proctor’s direction, swing the hook to the
Lattice Boom Crane: 3 minutes each direction Starting Point and allow the Proctor to re-attach the
chain.
• At the Proctor’s direction to start, at which point
timing will begin, lift the test weight into the air and TASK 5: SAFE SHUTDOWN AND SECURING
swing, boom up or down, and hoist up or down as you PROCEDURES
judge necessary to guide the load through the Zigzag
Corridor without touching the ground with the test • Before leaving the operator station, you will be
weight, raising the test weight so high that the chain required to apply safe shutdown procedures to the
leaves the ground, or knocking over any part of the crane in preparation for the next candidate.
PVC pole barrier. • Once the crane is shut down, you will leave the
• Points will be deducted for the following: operator station and describe to the Proctor the
procedures you would follow to secure the crane at
a. Knocking ball off pole
the end of the work day.
b. Moving pole base off line
c. Knocking pole over POST-TEST PROCEDURES
d. Chain leaving ground
Once you have completed the Practical Examination:
e. Passing poles with chain off ground
f. Load touching ground • The Proctor will record your performance.
g. Circumventing the course • The Proctor is not permitted to review your score
h. Exceeding the optimum time sheet or discuss your performance on the test.
• Timing stops when you have placed the test weight • Exam results will be emailed to you within
on the ground in the Stop Circle and the Proctor approximately twelve business days of the receipt of
has given you a stop signal. The task is not complete the score sheet by CCO.
until the load is placed completely within the outside • If you have made formal applications to test on any
perimeter of the circle and the Proctor has given you other cranes, return to the candidate briefing area.
a stop signal. If the Proctor does not give you a stop
• If you have completed all of your tests, you must leave
signal, this indicates the weight is not within the circle
the test site.
and the task continues to be timed.
• Once you have placed the test weight in the Stop
Circle and the Proctor has given you a stop signal,
you may reposition the boom tip over the test weight
if necessary. You may not lift or reposition the test
weight.
Service Truck Crane Operator
• Program Description
• Written Exam Outline
• Practical Exam Outline
Service Truck Crane Operator
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION this test. Written exam score reports include a strength and
weakness report by content domain.
The CCO Service Truck Crane Operator certification (STC)
is a subcategory of the CCO Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab CCO PRACTICAL EXAM
(TSS) certification and was developed specifically for the
industries that use these smaller machines. The Service Truck Crane Operator practical exam demon-
strates crane operation proficiency. It consists of five main
Service truck cranes are identified by their telescopic tasks that increase progressively in the skill level tested.
boom, where the base and mast structure is not integral to Skills tested are: inspecting the equipment, hoisting,
the stabilizer/outrigger system. Lifting is typically accom- booming, swinging, following hand signals, and combina-
plished via a winch (electric or hydraulic) and its functions tion (multifunction) operations. Crane operation with load
(rotation, elevation, telescoping) are either powered or and without load is required.
manual. These machines tend to have relatively shorter
boom lengths (10–35 ft.) and lower capacities (1–7 tons) as Both the practical examination and the scoring system
compared to other Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab machines have been validated and verified by CCO’s pilot testing
(e.g., Boom Trucks, Carry Deck cranes). Additionally, program. A score of 70 represents the minimum passing
operations are usually conducted by the use of radio score for Mobile Crane Operator practical examinations.
remote or pendant control with the operator standing on CCO CERTIFICATION TIME FRAMES
the ground following the load.
Candidates must pass both the STC written and practical
Please note that the CCO Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab exams within twelve months of each other. Candidates
Operator (TSS) certification covers service truck cranes. may take their written and practical exams in either order.
Operators of service truck cranes who currently possess a
TSS certification are not required to also posses the Service RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Truck Crane Operator certification. The reverse is not true,
however. STC certification is intended only for operators of CCO certifications are valid for five years. Recertification
service truck cranes and not for those who operate larger requirements are detailed page 3. Candidates who can
Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab. To be certified to operate all attest to at least 500 hours of crane-related experience
TSS cranes, candidates must achieve the full TSS certifica- during their period of certification do not need to take
tion (Core + TSS specialty written + TSS practical). the practical exam to recertify. Crane-related experience is
defined as: operating, maintaining, inspecting, or training
ELIGIBILITY on cranes.
To be eligible for the Service Truck Crane Operator certifi- Recertification candidates who need to take the practical
cation, candidates must: exam for any reason, however, must do so before their
certification expires. There is no grace period after their
• Be at least 18 years of age
certification expires. Candidates whose certification has
• Comply with CCO’s Substance Abuse Policy lapsed must take both the regular written and practical
• Pass the STC written exam examinations again to be certified again.
• Pass the STC practical exam CODE OF ETHICS FOR CERTIFIED OPERATORS
• Comply with CCO’s Code of Ethics CCO-certified service truck crane operators are required
CCO WRITTEN EXAM to follow the same code of ethics as all other CCO-certified
operators. CCO’s Code of Ethics can be found on page 3.
The Service Truck Crane Operator written examination
consists of a single comprehensive exam with 70 ques- DISCIPLINARY POLICY
tions. Candidates are allowed 90 minutes to complete the
CCO-certified service truck crane operators are subject
exam. Please note that candidates for the Service Truck
to the same disciplinary policy as all other CCO-certified
Crane Operator program are not required to take the
operators. CCO’s Disciplinary Policy can be found at
Mobile Crane Operator Core Exam.
www.nccco.org/discipline.
Candidate results are reported as a scaled score, with a
score of 70 representing the minimum passing score for
SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY
It is the policy of the National Commission for the Certifi-
cation of Crane Operators (CCO) that certified personnel
shall not perform duties related to their certification while
under the influence of any substance that impairs or may
reasonably be expected to impair their ability to work
safely in the workplace.
See details of the CCO substance abuse policy at
www.nccco.org/abuse.
CANDIDATE EXAM FEES

For all exam and related fees, visit the Exam Fees page on
CCO’s website at www.nccco.org/fees.
REFERENCES
For a list of references, please refer to page 11.
MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR—SERVICE TRUCK CRANES
The Service Truck Crane Operator written exam tests the 3. Know wire rope:
following knowledge areas relating to the operation of a. Reeving
service truck cranes: b. Parts of line
Domain 1: Site 4. Know types of signals:

• Approximately 17% of test a. Hand signals
b. Voice/audio signals
Domain 2: Operations
c. Audible signals
d. New or non-standard signals
Domain 3: Technical Knowledge 5. Know how to shut down and secure the crane when
• Approximately 21% of test leaving it unattended.
Domain 4: Manufacturers’ Load Charts 6. Know the limitations of operating in various weather
• Approximately 17% of test conditions (e.g., wind, temperature).
7. Know how to obtain dimensions, weight, and center
DOMAIN 1: SITE of gravity of the load. Know how to verify the radius.
1. Know the responsibilities of worksite personnel and 8. Know basic procedures for rigging devices and their
their responsibilities concerning site conditions. use, such as: slings, softeners, lifting beams, and
a. Controlling entity shackles.
b. Crane operator 9. Know proper use of hook blocks and downhaul
2. Understand elements that affect ground stability: weights.
a. Below surface (e.g., voids, tanks, loose fill) 10. Know proper procedures and requirements for crane
b. On surface (e.g., retaining walls, slopes, inspections:
excavations, depressions) a. Shift
3. Know the proper use of supporting materials (e.g., b. Monthly
mats, blocking, or cribbing). c. Annual
4. Know electric power line hazards for: d. Repaired/modified
a. Site access e. Notifying supervision of inspection deficiencies
b. Setup 11. Know and understand the use and function of
5. Know how to identify and evaluate hazards operator aids, including:
concerning: a. Load moment indicator (LMI)
a. Access to job site b. Anti-two block device/two-block damage
b. Pinch/crush points prevention systems
c. Personnel during assembly/disassembly c. Boom angle indicator
(outrigger/stabilizer setup) d. Boom length indicator
6. Know how to review lift requirements with site 12. Know alternative operating procedures when operator
supervision (if present). aids malfunction.
13. Know and understand the use and function of safety
DOMAIN 2: OPERATIONS
devices, including:
1. Know current federal regulations and industry a. Horns
standards, including but not limited to:
b. Level indicator
a. ASME B30.5 c. Holding/check valve devices
b. OSHA 1910.180 d. Emergency stop
c. OSHA 1926 Subpart CC
14. Know the proper procedures for operating safely near
d. SAE 765A
energized power lines.
2. Know how to lift, swing, and place the load smoothly.
15. Know the effects of lifting loads from beneath the 6. Know the limitations of protective measures against
surface of the water. electrical hazards.
16. Know the requirements and procedures for when load 7. Know the significance of instruments, gauges, and
is not in full view of the operator. machine power readings.
17. Know the requirements of tag lines. 8. Know the requirements of standard and optional
18. Know how to react to: controls.
a. Electric power line contact 9. Know the emergency response procedure for:
b. Loss of stability a. Overloading
c. Control malfunction b. Two-blocking
d. Block and line twisting 10. Know power systems (e.g., hydraulic, electrical).
e. Personnel under the load or in the fall zone
DOMAIN 4: MANUFACTURERS’ LOAD CHARTS
19. Know how to properly use outriggers/stabilizers,
including the use of operational assist devices, such as 1. Know terminology necessary to use load charts.
outrigger/stabilizer position sensor monitors. 2. Know basic math.
20. Know the effects of dynamic loading from: 3. Understand different elements of load charts:
a. Wind, extreme weather and wave action a. Apply load chart notes
b. Impact loading b. Rated capacity charts
c. Moving loads c. Stability charts
d. Boom deflection 4. Understand and apply manufacturer’s load charts
e. Side loading given various configurations:
21. Know how to use manufacturer-approved a. Determining maximum radius for load placement
attachments and their effect on the crane’s operation b. Determining gross capacity
22. Know the emergency response procedures for a c. Determining net capacity
vehicle fire d. Determining load moment
23. Know the effects of load share and load transfer in e. Determining intermediate values on capacity
multi-crane lifts charts (boom length, radius, boom angle)
24. Know the operator’s authority to stop operations 5. Know how to calculate net capacity, including factors
such as:
25. Know how to react to changes in conditions that affect
a. Rigging weight
the safe operation of the crane
b. Limiting factors (e.g. line pull restriction, winch
DOMAIN 3: TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE capacity)
1. Know basic crane terminology and definitions. c. Intermediate values on capacity charts (boom
length, radius, boom angle)
2. Know functions and limitations of cranes and
6. Read and locate relevant information in the
attachments.
equipment manual and other materials containing
3. Know general maintenance and lubrication information necessary for safe operation.
requirements.
4. Know wire rope:
a. Construction and classification
b. Replacement criteria and inspection procedures
c. Capacity and multi-part rope requirements
d. Maintenance and lubrication
e. Implementing proper corrective measures
5. Know relationship between line pull and safe working
load.
Practical Examination Outline
MOBILE CRANE OPERATOR—SERVICE TRUCK CRANES
The following is an outline of the practical testing proce- TIME LIMITS

dure, as provided to candidates at the time of testing.
For Tasks 2 through 4b, an optimum time limit has been
CANDIDATE INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS set. If the task is completed within this time period, you
receive no time penalty.
The following sections describe the specific tasks you will
be performing when taking the Practical Examination. It is PRE-TEST BRIEFING
important that you understand these instructions. If there
is anything you do not understand, please request clarifi- While candidates are waiting to take their tests, they will
cation from the Proctor. have sufficient time to read this description of the tasks to
be performed and review the operator’s manual and load
TASKS chart for the crane(s) they will operate. In addition, they
will be informed of the make and model of the crane, the
The tasks that make up the Practical Examination are: boom length, and the weight of the test load. They will
• Task 1: Pre-Operational Inspection also watch a short video showing all the tasks they will be
• Task 2: Chain in Circle required to perform during the examination. This video
is also available on the CCO website and candidates must
• Task 3: Test Weight in Pole Circle view it within 24 hours before their practical exam(s).
• Task 4A: Zigzag Corridor (Forward)
Note that:
• Task 4B: Zigzag Corridor (Reverse)
• The crane’s LMI system (if the crane is so equipped)
• Task 5: Safe Shutdown Procedures has been correctly programmed and will not interfere
There is also a Pre-Test Briefing, a Crane Walk Around, a with the proper operation of the crane.
Pre-Test Familiarization Period, and a Pre-Task Familiar- • The crane has been set up and leveled. A spirit level is
ization Period (prior to the Pole Circle task) with a load. available to verify that the crane is level.
You will be required to complete all phases of the test in
• None of the target points have been placed at a radius
sequence.
that exceeds the crane’s rated capacity.
You must report to the test site at the scheduled time.
CIRCUMVENTING THE COURSE
All candidates must comply with test site requirements
concerning personal protective equipment (PPE), which at Circumventing the course on CCO Service Truck Crane
a minimum shall meet federal OSHA requirements. Operator Practical Exams is defined as when:
• Chain leaves the corridor while on or off the ground
The Test Site Coordinator is responsible for setting the test
and passes more than one pole left still standing on
schedule. If you are familiar with the operation of the test
the original string line before re-entering the corridor;
crane, you may elect to test first to allow other candidates
you must enter the circles from inside the corridor to
time to review the operator’s manual and load charts.
avoid this being marked as a deficiency
Otherwise, selection shall be by random drawing or by
assignment of the Test Site Coordinator. • Chain leapfrogs from one leg of corridor to another
with the chain off the ground, outside the corridor
If you bring your own crane to test on, ensure that its
annual inspections are up-to-date and the crane is in fully • Chain passes four or more poles consecutively with
working order. the chain off the ground, inside the corridor
During the Practical Examination, you are under the direc- All points for that task are lost if a circumvention occurs.
tion of the Proctor and must follow the Proctor’s directions UNSAFE ACT
at all times.
If at any time during the test you commit an unsafe act,
Once you have completed all of the tests you are taking, you will be disqualified from continuing with the test.
you must leave the testing area. Only personnel involved Unsafe acts include but are not limited to the following:
in the administration of the test are allowed in the test
area. • Dropping the ball or load hook on ground
• Two-blocking of the crane
• Contacting the crane with the test weight CRANE WALK AROUND
• Uncontrolled or reckless operation (must be sufficient • Before you begin operations, you are allowed a couple
to cause safety concern to personnel or crane) of minutes to walk around the crane to ensure proper
• Failure to respond to a stop signal setup.
• Contacting obstruction with crane or test weight TASK 1: PRE-OPERATIONAL INSPECTION
The Proctor has the authority to stop the test at any time • You will be asked to identify five items on the crane
for reasons of safety. Please ask the Proctor if you have any that are part of the pre-operational inspection.
questions.
• One at a time, you will be asked to describe how you
If you are disqualified due to an unsafe act, you will not be would conduct the inspection and what deficiencies
permitted to test on any crane until the next day. you would look for.
CANDIDATE ID AND SIGNATURE • You have approximately one minute per item.
Prior to beginning the examination, the Proctor will ask PRE-TEST FAMILIARIZATION PERIOD
you for a valid (not expired) government-issued photo • You will be allowed five minutes to familiarize yourself
identification that includes date of birth, such as a driver’s with the crane and to examine anything on the crane
license. that you feel is necessary to operate it comfortably.
The Proctor will ask you if you have read the Candidate • You will be allowed to get the feel of the controls and
Information and Instructions and will answer any ques- run the crane through its functions. The brakes and
tions you may have. The Proctor will review the weather other devices have been set according to the crane
conditions and ask the candidates to sign indicating that manufacturer’s recommendation.
they understand the instructions for the test and that • You may not interfere with the test course, lift the test
they agree with the Proctor’s assessment of the weather weight, or shadow the Zigzag Corridor.
conditions.
• You must finish the Pre-test Familiarization Period
WEATHER CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT with the load hook under control and the chain on the
PROBLEMS ground in Designated Area 1 within the five-minute
period.
The Proctor will use an anemometer to check the wind
speed and then will record the weather conditions on the • The Proctor will notify you when there is one minute
score sheet. remaining.
The Proctor has the responsibility to determine if weather • If you are ready in less than five minutes, you may
conditions or equipment problems are such that a test indicate this to the Proctor.
needs to be suspended. If the test is interrupted due to • If, at the end of the Pre-Test Familiarization
weather conditions or equipment problems, the procedure Period, you feel that you are not ready to take the
for restarting is as follows: examination, you should notify the Proctor. You will
have, in effect, disqualified yourself from taking the
• You will resume the test at the beginning of the task
examination at this time, and you will be required to
you were performing at the time of the interruption,
sign to that effect on the Candidate Score Sheet.
except for Task 4A or Task 4B, when you will go back
to the beginning of the task, as appropriate. TASK 2: CHAIN IN CIRCLE
• You will be entitled to a Pre-Test or Pre-Task Optimum Time: 1½ minutes
Familiarization period before resuming the test.
• At the Proctor’s indication to start, at which point
• If testing resumes on a different machine, you must timing will begin, raise the chain to clear all obstacles
start the test over from the beginning. The first score and test personnel.
sheet will be marked as “VOID” with an explanation
• Bring the chain from its starting position inside
and returned to CCO.
Designated Area 1 (DA-1) over to Designated Area 2
• If the testing is delayed to a different day, the test must (DA-2), and land the chain fully inside the circle.
be restarted from the beginning.
• Once the chain makes contact with the ground inside
the circle, do not lift the chain off the ground.
• Avoid contacting anything but DA-2. TASK 4A: ZIGZAG CORRIDOR (FORWARD)
• Once the chain is under control inside the circle, the Optimum Time: 5½ minutes
Proctor will give you a stop signal.
• At the Proctor’s indication to start, timing will begin.
• Points will be deducted for the following: Guide the test weight through the Corridor. You will
a. Dragging chain or contacting ground outside of the be permitted to use all of the crane’s functions during
circle this task.
b. Hook touching the ground either inside or outside • Avoid contacting anything; do not lift the chain off the
of the circle ground; do not let the test weight touch the ground.
c. Hook or chain contacting any part of the course or
• Place the test weight inside DA-2. Once the test weight
crane
is inside the Designated Area, the Proctor will give
d. Lifting the chain off the ground after it has made you the stop signal. If the test weight is not within the
contact with the ground inside the circle outside perimeter of DA-2, timing will continue.
e. Exceeding the optimum time
• If your time exceeds twice the optimum time, the
PRE-TASK FAMILIARIZATION PERIOD Proctor may stop you and move on to the next task.
• At the Proctor’s indication, bring the hook over to the • Points will be deducted for the following:
test weight located in Test Weight Area. a. Knocking ball off pole
• The load will be attached to the crane’s hook by either b. Moving pole base off line
the Proctor or Assistant Proctor. c. Knocking pole over
• You will be allowed to bring the test weight to the d. Chain leaving ground
designated area, where you can get the feel of the load e. Passing poles with the chain off the ground
before beginning the Zigzag Corridor task. f. Load touching ground outside of designated area
• You may not swing the load outside the designated g. Load touching the outriggers/stabilizers
area or shadow the Zigzag Corridor. h. Circumventing the course
i. Exceeding the optimum time
• You will be allowed a maximum of five minutes for
this Pre-Task Familiarization; by the end of this period TASK 4B: ZIGZAG CORRIDOR (REVERSE)
you must have placed the test weight on the ground in Optimum Time: 6 minutes
the Test Weight Area with the rigging taut.
• The Proctor will notify you when there is one minute Guide the test weight through the Corridor. You will
remaining. not be permitted to use the telescoping function
TASK 3: TEST WEIGHT IN POLE CIRCLE during this task.
Optimum Time: 2 minutes • Avoid contacting anything; do not lift he chain off the
ground; do not let the test weight touch the ground.
Lift the test weight from the Test Weight Area and • Place the test weight inside DA-1. Once the test weight
place it in DA-3. is inside the Designated Area, the Proctor will give
you the stop signal. If the test weight is not within the
• Once the test weight is in DA-3, the Proctor will give outside perimeter of DA-1, timing will continue.
you the stop signal.
• If your time exceeds twice the optimum time, the
• If your time exceeds twice the optimum time, the Proctor may stop you and move on to the next task.
Proctor may stop you and move on to the next task.
• Points will be deducted for the following:
• Points will be deducted for the following:
a. Knocking ball off pole
a. Load touching ground outside of designated area
b. Moving pole base off line
b. Knocking ball off pole
c. Knocking pole over
c. Knocking pole over
d. Chain leaving ground
d. Exceeding the optimum time
e. Passing poles with the chain off the ground
f. Load touching ground outside of designated area
g. Load touching the outriggers/stabilizers
h. Circumventing the course
i. Exceeding the optimum time
TASK 5: SAFE SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES

• The Proctor will ask you to describe the safe
shutdown procedures you would apply to the crane in
preparation to leave the site.
POST-TEST PROCEDURES
Once you have completed the Practical Examination:
• The Proctor will record your performance.
• The Proctor is not permitted to review your score
sheet or discuss your performance on the test.
• Exam results will be emailed to you within
approximately 12 business days of CCO’s receipt of
the score sheet.
• If you have made formal applications to test on any
other cranes, return to the candidate briefing area.
• If you have completed all of your tests, you must leave
the test site.
NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR THE
CERTIFICATION OF CRANE OPERATORS
2750 Prosperity Avenue, Suite 505
Fairfax, VA 22031-4312
Phone: 703-560-2391
[email protected]
www.nccco.org
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How to Apply for CCO Exams...................................................................................... 5

Written Examination Process...................................................................................... 8

Written Examination Outline—Core Examination.................................................... 10

Written Examination Outline—Specialty Examinations........................................... 12

Practical Examination Outline.................................................................................. 16

Service Truck Crane Operator................................................................................... 20

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Development of the Mobile Crane Operator Written

CCO EXAMINATION DEVELOPMENT

CODE OF ETHICS FOR CERTIFIED OPERATORS DISCIPLINARY POLICY

SUBSTANCE ABUSE POLICY

START WITH myCCO PORTAL Event Online Testing (EOT)

PRACTICAL EXAMINATION OPTIONS

APPLYING FOR PRACTICAL EXAM

CANDIDATES REQUESTING TESTING the results of the examination, or other appropriate

RETAKING THE EXAMINATION(S)

INFORMATION RELEASE POLICY

AEM MOBILE CRANE SAFETY MANUAL $5.25

Score review requests should be emailed to

• Written Exam Outline

• Practical Exam Outline

CANDIDATE EXAM FEES

Domain 1: Site 4. Know types of signals:

The following is an outline of the practical testing proce- TIME LIMITS

TASK 5: SAFE SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES

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