Legislative & Industry Information

OSHA requires that all crane operators must obtain a nationally accredited license or otherwise meet the conditions of Subpart CC, no matter where you operate in the United States. Our Nationally Accredited crane operator license programs meet the conditions of Subpart CC.
Registering for Cranes101’s Nationally accredited class will get you on track to fulfill OSHA’s crane operator safety requirements for all states, including Massachusetts.
Cranes101 is a DIA MA approved provider of Workplace Safety Training in the following areas, so you can use your up to $25,000 in grant funding with us. Read more here.
- MA hoisting license preparation all classifications
- Crane Operator Licensing
- Overhead Cranes Safety Training
- Fall Protection Safety Training
- Signal Person Safety Training
- Rigger Safety Training
- Bucket Truck Safety Training
- MEWP Safety Training
- Crane Inspector Training
- Confined Space Safety Training
- Hi-Rail Inspector Training
You need a state issued license to operate a crane in MA. We recommend you apply online for the hoisting engineer exams for faster processing. PLEASE BE ADVISED: MA will no longer be sending you a card as of August 1, 2023 – instead it will be in the same system as the test application and renewal process.
Also, check out our link describing the MA hoisting engineer licensing process!
Cranes101 offers MA-specific and nationally accredited crane licensing, which is required for operators. If your operators need licensing, please contact us to set up a class for them at your site, on your equipment.
The Crane Rule update also requires that your operators, in addition to a license, be qualified on the equipment they run on the job-site. Cranes101 can perform those qualifications on-site.
Upcoming Live In Person Classes in Massachusetts
2A/1B/1C MA Hoisting License Preparation/Continuing Education Course – Bellingham MA – OPEN
You are required to have a Hoisting Engineer license to operate any equipment that lifts over 10 ft in height, over 500 lbs in weight or over 1/4 yard of […]
2A/1B/1C MA Hoisting License Preparation/Continuing Education Course – Bellingham MA – OPEN
You are required to have a Hoisting Engineer license to operate any equipment that lifts over 10 ft in height, over 500 lbs in weight or over 1/4 yard of bucket capacity in Massachusetts, per the 520 CMR 6.00 law. This course is designed to prepare the attendee for successful completion of the Hoisting Engineers’ […]
Have more questions about how to get the training and nationally accredited licensing you need to operate a crane safely and legally in Massachusetts? The Cranes101 team is happy to help!
We are here to help you navigate it all!
Many states are similar, while others may not be quite as stringent but rather just require general OSHA compliance. The only way to know what the state of Massachusetts requires in order for you to be a safe and legal crane operator is to do your research – and this page is designed to help you do just that. By providing direct links to various government agencies in your state, we hope that our list helps you figure out just what you need. Once you’ve figured that out, please get in touch with us so we can connect you with the proper training. Alternatively, you can always just contact us directly with your questions and our capable, knowledgeable staff will help guide you to the courses that will fulfill your state’s requirements.
How Cranes101 Can Help
Here at Cranes101, we pride ourselves in providing the safety training, courses, and information you need to stay current and compliant with all relevant regulations. If you have more specific questions about how we can help you, no matter what state you may live and/or work in, please contact us. We can provide training via online coursework, and/or we can come to you for in person training and certification. We provide NCCER nationally accredited certification training on site at any locaiton, as well as training that is specifically tailored to local requirements.
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