National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)

Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator

Credential: Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator  ANSI resource
Credentialing Agency: National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator (BTF) certification attests to the knowledge and proficiency required for the safe operation of cranes. The Boom Truck—Fixed Cab Operator certification is a subcategory of the CCO Telescopic Boom—Fixed Cab (TSS) certification and was developed specifically for the industries that use these machines. Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operators lift, lower, and swing loads at various radii, requiring the use of outriggers/stabilizers. Candidates must pass a practical and written exam.

More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.

Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

Eligibility Requirements (View Details)

  • Credential Prerequisite
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Training
  • Membership
  • Other
  • Fee

Note: This credential may have multiple options for becoming eligible. Listed are the minimum requirements based on the minimum degree required. To view other options, see the Eligibility tab.

Exam Requirements (View Details)

  • Exam
  • Written Exam
  • Oral Exam
  • Practical Exam
  • Performance Assessment

RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY

Renewal Period: 5 years

  • Continuing Education
  • Exam
  • Continuing Education OR Exam
  • Fee
  • Other

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO)

2750 Prosperity Ave.
Suite 505
Fairfax, VA  22031

Phone: (703) 560-2391

Fax: (703) 560-2392
Email: info@nccco.org

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Candidate must be trained in mobile crane operation and it is recommended that candidates currently work in crane operation.

The Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator credential has the following other requirements:

  • Candidate must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Candidate must meet the NCCCO medical requirements and ASME B30 physical requirements.
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  • Site (20%)
    • Elements that affect ground stability
      • Below surface (e.g. voids, tanks, loose fill)
      • On surface (e.g., retaining walls, slopes, excavations, depressions)
    • Proper use of supporting materials (e.g., mats, blocking/cribbing)
    • Electric power line hazards during assembly/disassembly
    • Requirements to travel without load
    • Identification and evaluation of hazards
    • Responsibilities of the controlling entity concerning site conditions
    • Review lift requirements with site supervision
  • Operations (26%)
    • Crane inspection for unsafe conditions
    • Personnel safety requirements during crane inspections
    • Leveling cranes
    • Obtain dimensions, weight, and center of gravity of the load
    • Verify radius
    • Power line hazards during operations
    • Wire rope
    • Types of signals
    • Requirements
    • Effects of lifting loads from beneath the surface of water
    • Requirements and procedures for when load is not in full view of the operator
    • Requirements of tag lines
    • Reactions to block/line twisting and personnel in fall zone
    • Use/function of operator aides
    • Alternative operating procedures when operator aids malfunction
    • Use/function of safety devices
    • Emergency Procedures
    • Effects of dynamic loading
    • Effect of side loading
    • Effects of operating in various weather conditions (e.g., wind, temperature, wave action)
    • Conditions where backward stability presents limitations
    • Manufacturer-approved attachments and their effect on the crane's operation
    • Operator's authority to stop operations
    • Shut down and securing the crane when leaving it unattended
  • Technical Knowledge (28%)
    • Current Federal regulations and industry standards, including, but not limited to ASME B30.5, B30.10, OSHA 1910.180, 1926 Subpart CC
    • Basic crane terminology and definitions
    • Functions and limitations of cranes and attachments
    • Inspection requirements
    • Basic procedures for rigging devices and their use, such as slings, softeners, lifting beams, and shackles
    • Basic procedures for termination of wire rope
    • Proper use of hook blocks and overhaul balls
    • Wire ropes
    • Relationship between line and pull and safe working load of running ropes
    • Protective measures against electrical hazards and their limitations
    • Significance of the instruments and gauge readings
    • Requirements for fall protection
    • Requirements for access and egress of the crane
  • Load Charts (26%)
    • Terminology necessary to use load charts
    • Basic math skills without the use of a calculator
    • Ensuring the load chart is the appropriate chart for the machine in its particular application
    • Use of load charts

  • Setup (23%)
    • Proper use of supporting materials (e.g., mats, blocking/cribbing)
    • Proper boom assembly and disassembly procedures
    • How to properly use outriggers/stabilizers and crawlers
    • How to use outrigger position indicators/sensors
  • Operations (23%)
    • Crane operation
    • Pick and carry on rubber and on crawlers
    • Shut down and secure the crane properly when leaving it unattended
    • Use/function of operator aids
    • Use/function of safety devices
    • Power flow systems
    • Procedures when approaching two-blocking
  • Technical Knowledge (19%)
    • Basic crane terminology and definitions specific to different crane types
    • Functions and limitations and attachments specific to different crane types
    • Wire rope replacement criteria and inspection procedures (standing ropes)
  • Manufacturers' Load Charts (35%)
    • Understand different elements of load charts
    • Understand and apply manufacturers’ load charts given various configurations

Practical Exam

  • The Practical Examination is comprised of six main tasks that increase progressively in the skill level tested. Skills tested are: inspecting the equipment hoisting, booming, swinging, following hand signals, and combination (multifunction) operations. Crane operation with load and without load is required.

RECERTIFICATION

Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Boom Truck Fixed Cab Operator credential has the following recertification information:

  • Pass the recertification written examinations. Certification holders who can attest to at least 1,000 hours crane-related experience during their period of certification do not need to take the Practical Exam to recertify.
  • Continue to meet the NCCCO medical requirements.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

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Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the military occupation (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the military occupation (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

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Star

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Early Career

1-3 years experience; Enlisted E1 through E4

Mid Career

4-10 years experience; Enlisted E5 through E6

Late Career

10+ years experience; Enlisted E7 and Above

Early Career

1-3 years experience; Enlisted “A” School through E5

Mid Career

4-10 years experience; Enlisted E6 through E7

Late Career

10+ years experience; Enlisted E8 and Above

LaDR

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ANSI

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ICAC

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NCCA

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Low

May be difficult to attain: minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.

Note: In some cases “years of experience” refers to time actively on duty or while holding a certain occupation or prior certification and not always in consecutive calendar years. Additional years required for certain preliminary stages may not be included in this classification. For requirements measured in hours, 1080 hours was considered a year. For days, 365 days was considered a year. Please review all prerequisites and requirements for eligibility, and additional information for details.

Medium

Moderate ease of attainment: minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.

Note: In some cases “years of experience” refers to time actively on duty or while holding a certain occupation or prior certification and not always in consecutive calendar years. Additional years required for certain preliminary stages may not be included in this classification. For requirements measured in hours, 1080 hours was considered a year. For days, 365 days was considered a year. Please review all prerequisites and requirements for eligibility, and additional information for details.

High

Highly attainable: mimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.

Note: In some cases “years of experience” refers to time actively on duty or while holding a certain occupation or prior certification and not always in consecutive calendar years. Additional years required for certain preliminary stages may not be included in this classification. For requirements measured in hours, 1080 hours was considered a year. For days, 365 days was considered a year. Please review all prerequisites and requirements for eligibility, and additional information for details.

MOS is Military Occupational Specialty
ASI is Additional Skill Identifier
WOMOS is Warrant Officer Military Occupational Specialty

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