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Qualification vs Certification: What’s the Difference?

Jun 12, 2023

In many instances, OSHA or standards such as ASME require an individual to be qualified. But what does that mean, how is qualification documented, and what’s the difference between “qualification” and “certification”?

83 CCO-Certified Crane Operators Recognized in SC&RA 2023 Crane & Rigging Safety Awards

Jun 12, 2023

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) has announced the 2023 recipients of their Crane & Rigging Safety Awards. This year, 84 CCO certificants each received Crane Operator Safety Awards.

CCO-Certified Riggers Earn SC&RA Rigger Safety Awards

Jun 12, 2023

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) has announced the 2023 recipients of their Crane & Rigging Safety Awards. The Rigger Safety Award was presented to riggers who exhibit exemplary work achievements, including seven riggers who are CCO-certified.

2023 CCO Employer Award Winners Recognized in SC&RA Crane & Rigging Safety Awards

Jun 12, 2023

The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) has announced the 2023 recipients of their Crane & Rigging Safety Awards. This year three of CCO’s Employer Award winners received Crane & Rigging Safety Awards due to their superior safety records.

Sicklesteel Appointed Vice-Chair of ASME B30 Committee

May 30, 2023

CCO CEO Thom Sicklesteel has been appointed Vice-Chair of the ASME B30 Committee.

Record Breaking CONEXPO!

Apr 14, 2023

CCO was excited to participate in the largest-ever CONEXPO, visiting with stakeholders, making new connections, and even recognizing multiple companies and organizations that employ and train individuals for CCO certification.

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Physical whiteboards permitted during EOT and OPT!

To assist in the transition away from scratch paper, candidates are allowed to use a small physical whiteboard or dry erase board in addition to the on-screen whiteboard.

New CCO Telehandler Operator Certification Now Available!

The new certification is the first telehandler operator certification that meets both OSHA 1926 and OSHA 1910 requirements as well as ANSI/ITSDF B56.6 requirements.

See what CCO’s new exam delivery options look like!

CCO has prepared a video demonstrating how the testing platform works, including how to navigate to various parts of the exam and how to use the provided online resources.

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