Mobile Crane Operating Engineers Certification Program (OECP)
International Union of Operating Engineers
The Operating Engineers Certification Program (OECP) is designed to provide members of the International Union of Operating Engineers a means to obtain a valid and reliable certification that accurately assesses their competence in crane operations, thereby directly promoting a safer jobsite environment for the worker, the public, and the industry.
Format
Hybrid
Skills developed through this program
- Apply crane safety standards and regulations to operations involving energized power lines, rigging equipment, and personnel platforms
- Inspect and remove wire rope, slings, shackles, and rigging components from service per applicable standards
- Conduct pre-operational procedures including site assessment, equipment inspection, leveling, and documentation
- Operate crane functions including hoisting, swinging, multi-function lifts, and load pick-and-carry activities
- Configure and monitor operator assist devices including anti-two-block, LMI, boom angle, and drum rotation indicators
- Execute emergency response procedures for power failure, power line contact, fire, and personnel injury situations
Occupations this program prepares you for
Credentials this program stacks toward
No program pathways.
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- Hands-onOperate mobile cranes to lift and position loads following industry safety standards and manufacturer specifications.Developing
- KnowledgeCalculate load weights, crane capacities, and rigging requirements using load charts and capacity tables to ensure safe lifting operations.Developing
- Hands-onPerform pre-operational crane inspections identifying mechanical issues and safety hazards before operation.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret site conditions, overhead clearances, and ground stability factors to determine safe crane positioning and operational parameters.Developing
- Hands-onExecute crane setup procedures including outrigger deployment and leveling on varied terrain following OSHA and ANSI standards.Developing
- MindsetCommit to safety protocols and hazard communication practices when coordinating with signal persons, riggers, and other jobsite personnel.Developing
- KnowledgeApply hand signals and radio communication protocols to coordinate lift operations with ground personnel in compliance with industry standards.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze lift plans and identify potential hazards considering environmental factors, load dynamics, and proximity to utilities.Developing
- Hands-onManipulate crane controls to execute precision lifts and load placement maintaining load stability and situational awareness throughout operations.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate knowledge of OSHA regulations, ANSI standards, and crane certification requirements applicable to mobile crane operations in construction and industrial settings.Developing
Detailed information about this program
The Operating Engineers Certification Program (OECP) is designed to provide members of the International Union of Operating Engineers a means to obtain a valid and reliable certification that accurately assesses their competence in crane operations, thereby directly promoting a safer jobsite environment for the worker, the public, and the industry.
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
Be a member in good standing with the International Union of Operating Engineers. Possess a valid U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card or a state issued Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Medical Card. Comply with the OECP’s substance abuse policy. Have 1,000 hours of documented crane-related experience and/or training in the last five (5) years. Note: For tower cranes, 500 hours of this 1,000 hour requirement must be in documented, tower crane-related experience and/or training. Pass written examinations (mobile crane candidates must pass the mobile crane written examination; overhead crane candidates must pass the overhead crane written examination; and tower crane candidates must pass the tower crane written examination). Pass practical examination(s).
Eligible funding programs
No funding information available.
Scholarships
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