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Home<\/span>\u203a<\/span>Crane Inspector<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Crane Inspector” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text module_class=”top-description” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”page-content-container” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f9f7f2″ positioning=”none” custom_padding=”||60px||false|false” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#e8e4dc” locked=”off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”selector {|| align-items: center;||}||||selector .et_pb_button_module_wrapper {|| display: inline-block;|| margin-right: 14px;|| margin-bottom: 16px !important;||}||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_css_free_form=”@media (max-width: 980px) {|| selector {|| margin-bottom: 16px !important;|| }||}” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_line_height=”1.8em” header_2_text_color=”#1c2128″ header_2_font_size=”34px” header_2_line_height=”1.15em” header_3_text_color=”#1c2128″ header_3_font_size=”24px” header_3_line_height=”1.25em” custom_margin=”||32px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”selector h2 {|| margin-bottom: 20px;||}||selector h3 {|| margin-bottom: 16px;||}” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Program Overview<\/h2>\n

The CCO Crane Inspector certification is a nationally recognized and internationally accredited program for professionals who inspect articulating, mobile, overhead and tower cranes. Specialty certifications are available for each equipment type.<\/p>\n

Who Is a Crane Inspector?<\/h3>\n

A crane inspector evaluates cranes and lifting equipment for defects, deficiencies and regulatory compliance. Certified inspectors document findings, verify equipment configurations, apply load ratings, conduct required testing and communicate inspection requirements and results.<\/p>\n

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Standard<\/div>\n
ASME B30.10, ASME B30.30, ASME B30.22, ASME B30.5, ASME B30.2, ASME B30.11, ASME B30.16, ASME B30.3, ASME B30.29<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
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Exam Format<\/div>\n
Written<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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Validity<\/div>\n
5 Years<\/div>\n<\/td>\n
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Accredited by<\/div>\n
ANAB<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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The Path to Certification<\/h2>\n

Follow these four steps to earn your CCO Crane Inspector certification.<\/p>\n

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01<\/span> Confirm Eligibility<\/h3>\n

Be at least 18 years old and comply with CCO\u2019s Substance Abuse Policy and Code of Ethics.<\/p>\n

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02<\/span> Apply Online<\/h3>\n

Submit your application and pay the exam fees through the myCCO portal.<\/p>\n

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03<\/span> Take the Written Exam<\/h3>\n

Take and pass the written exam. Choose from online proctored, event-based, or test-center testing.<\/p>\n

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04<\/span> Take the Practical Exam<\/h3>\n

Schedule with a CCO Practical Proctor to complete and pass the hands-on exam at an approved site.<\/p>\n

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Crane Inspector Specialties<\/h2>\n

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ACI<\/span><\/p>\n

Articulating Crane Inspector<\/h3>\n

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MCI<\/span><\/p>\n

Mobile Crane Inspector<\/h3>\n

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TCI<\/span><\/p>\n

Tower Crane Inspector<\/h3>\n

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OCI<\/span><\/p>\n

Overhead Crane Inspector <\/h3>\n

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Certification Exam Options<\/h2>\n

Use this table to determine which exams you need for the certification you’re seeking.<\/p>\n

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If You Are Seeking Certification For:<\/th>\nTake Corresponding Crane Inspector Written Exams:<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Articulating Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Articulating Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mobile Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Mobile Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Overhead Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Overhead Crane Inspector Comprehensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tower Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Tower Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Articulating and Mobile Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Articulating Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Mobile Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Articulating and Overhead Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Articulating Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Overhead Crane Inspector Comprehensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Articulating and Tower Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Articulating Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Tower Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mobile and Overhead Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Mobile Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Overhead Crane Inspector Comprehensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mobile and Tower Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Mobile Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Tower Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Overhead and Tower Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Tower Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Overhead Crane Inspector Comprehensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mobile, Tower, and Overhead Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n
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  • Crane Inspector Core<\/li>\n
  • Mobile Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Tower Crane Inspector Specialty<\/li>\n
  • Overhead Crane Inspector Comprehensive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Articulating, Mobile, Tower, and Overhead Crane Inspector<\/td>\n\n