Assembly Disassembly (A/D) Director

Certification Overview ADD.pdf CCO’s Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) Director Certification establishes a clear and nationally recognized standard. This is for professionals responsible for planning and overseeing crane assembly and disassembly, one of the highest risk scopes on any project. Developed through rigorous job task analysis and industry expert input, it provides employers with a consistent and defensible benchmark for designating A/D Directors and strengthening overall site safety. HOW TO BECOME CCO-CERTIFIED ELIGIBILITY To be eligible for certification, you must: Be at least 18 years of age Comply with CCO’s Substance Abuse Policy Comply with the CCO Code of Ethics Pass the Assembly/Disassembly Director Mobile or Tower crane written examination(s) CCO WRITTEN EXAMINATIONS The Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) Director written exam has 45 multiple-choice questions. Candidates are allowed 60 minutes to complete the written examination for both Mobile and Tower crane specialties. CCO has three options for taking written exams: Online Proctored Testing (OPT), Test Center Testing (TCT), and Event Online Testing (EOT). Decide which option is best for you. CCO CERTIFICATION TIMEFRAMES For the CCO Assembly/Disassembly Director certification, candidates must pass the Assembly/Disassembly Director Mobile and or Tower Crane Written Examination to be certified in the respective designation for five years. Candidates for certification or recertification may petition for an extension of CCO’s standard timeline(s). CCO staff shall have the discretion to make the initial determination of whether a requested extension should be granted. Petitions for an extension of time are generally denied absent a showing of extraordinary circumstances. Denials of such petitions may be appealed to the Appeals Committee. CERTIFICATION POLICIES The following policies apply to all CCO certification programs: CCO Code of Ethics Disciplinary Policy Substance Abuse Policy Testing Accommodations Policy Change of Address Policy Appeals Policy and Procedures Information Release Policy Administrative Complaints Policy These policies are also covered in the Candidate Handbooks for each program. CERTIFICATION CARDS Certified individuals receive a laminated CCO wallet card at no cost when they complete initial certification, or recertification. If needed, replacement cards may be ordered online at a cost of $30. Certification cards remain the property of CCO, are not transferable, and must be returned to CCO upon demand. RECERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS CCO certification is valid for five years. Recertification candidates must complete all recertification requirements during the 12 months prior to their expiration date. Review recertification requirements for CCO-certified Assembly/Disassembly (A/D) Director. Get complete instructions on How to Recertify.