Career Details

Articulating Boom Loader

Description

The National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO), Articulating Boom Loader (ABL) certification is for individuals who operate articulating boom loaders or material handlers such as drywall, wallboard, sheet rock, or palletized materials cranes or non-folding cranes. ABL candidates must meet eligibility requirements and pass both a written and practical exam.

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Details

If significant education or training is needed? No

If significant work experience is needed? No

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown

Certificates

Certificate name

Overhead Crane Operator

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Tower Crane Operator

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Mobile Crane Operator Certification

Certifying Organization

National Center for Construction Education and Research

Type

A - Core

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