ECOL Newsletter Issue 2 Now Available
Click here for the second issue of the European Crane Operators Licence (ECOL) newsletter.
Entries by BC Crane Safety
WorkSafeBC and BC Crane Safety Host Tower Crane Industry Safety Conference
The Tower Crane Industry Safety Conference was held on March 15, 2018 in Richmond, BC. More than 150 industry professionals from across the province attended the event. Click here for more details.
Crane Operator Certificate Required When Working in BC Mines
The Ministry of Energy, Mines & Petroleum Resources is aware of changes in the BC Crane Operator Certification Scheme made since 2017. They will be working to update their policies regarding Limited Scope and Full Scope crane operator designations as Level D certification is no longer applicable. For further information, please contact the Ministry directly. […]
Credential Recognition Replaces Equivalency Designation
Crane operators with credentials from other Canadian provinces, the United States, Ireland, and the United Kingdom can now apply for credential recognition. Once they are verified as compliant, their home jurisdiction credential will be recognized in British Columbia. Click here for more details.
BC Crane Safety Database Update
Starting in January, 2018, BC Crane Safety will be updating all crane operator files. You may receive a phone call from us requesting personal information such as your email address, mailing address, employer, and date of birth. All calls will originate from the BC Crane Safety office. If you have any questions or concerns, please […]
Canada/European Union Crane Operator Credential MRA Project Moves Forward
Canada/European Union Crane Operator Credential MRA Project Moves Forward Click here for the trade release in English. Click here for the trade release in French.
Revised WorkSafeBC Operator Certification Guideline in Effect
The preliminary revision of Guideline G14.34.1 Operator certification was posted on the WorkSafeBC website on November 21, 2017. Click the link below for the complete guideline. “Crane operator certification is administered through the British Columbia Association for Crane Safety (BC Crane Safety). As the administrator, BC Crane Safety is responsible for the certification process; including […]
OSHA Issues Final Rule to Delay Deadline for Crane Operator Certification
OSHA has issued a final rule to delay the deadline for employers to ensure that crane operators are certified and competent to November 10, 2018. By delaying the deadline for employers to ensure that crane operators are certified by one year, and by extending the employer duty to ensure crane operators are competent until that […]
ECOL Newsletter – All the Latest Information on Plans for a European Crane Operators Licence
The European Crane Operators Licence (ECOL) newsletter is now available. It includes information on the ECOL foundation and benefits of the licence. The newsletter is available in three languages: English French Spanish
Crane Mechanic Designation
A Crane Mechanic (Limited Scope, Non-commercial Lift) designation allows the mechanic to operate a crane in the role of mechanic on behalf of an employer. The designation is restricted to that role and does not allow commercial lifts to be made. The employer is responsible for all lifts. Full details are available on the Crane […]
