Career Details

Telescopic Boom Cranes - Fixed Cab

Description

This Specialty Examination for the TBC certification program tests knowledge areas relating to the operation of Telescopic Boom Cranes - Fixed Cab (TSS)

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? Yes

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

Lift Director-Mobile Cranes

Certifying Organization

National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Heavy Equipment Operator: Backhoe

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Type

D - Product/Equipment

Certificate name

Counter Balance Sitdown Rider Forklift Operator Safety Training

Certifying Organization

Occupational Safety and Health Consultants

Type

C - Specialty

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