Crane Operator Certification

Exam

State exam

Education

None

Experience

Experience

Background check

Not reported

??During the 2021 Legislative Session, major changes were made to §21-3D. HB2008 passed on March 18, 2021, signed by the Governor on March 27, 2021 and became effective June 16, 2021. The changes are reflected below. The following sections were repealed: §21-3D-4 Minimum certification requirements§21-3D-5 Denial, suspension, revocation, or reinstatement of certification.§21-3D-6 Effect of accident§21-3D-7 Penalties§21-3D-9 Reciprocity The following sections were amended: §21-3D-1 Definitions§21-3D-2 Certification required§21-3D-3 Inapplicability of local ordinances§21-3D-8 Crane Operator Certification Fund fees; disposition of funds. The WV Crane Operator Certification Requirement was repealed and will no longer be accepted to meet the OSHA standard; On or after June 16, 2021, the WV Division of Labor will no longer accept or process applications and/or payments. All payments will be returned via mail; All WV Crane Operator Certifications issued in 2021 will expire January 1, 2022; and Employers must ensure ALL crane operators are trained, certified/licensed, and evaluated according to OSHA Regulation 29 C.F.R. §1926.1427 Subpart CC. For more information, visit www.osha.gov/cranes-derricks-construction or contact Occupational Safety and Health Administration – United States Department of Labor405 Capitol Street, Suite 407Charleston, WV 25301 (304) 347-5937