You may choose to come to one of our opens that we offer every month or you may want us to come to you to complete this process. Most companies prefer that we complete this onsite due to the fact that they have the crane and a site readily available, which is a big cost reducer. Attending one of our opens is a good way for individuals to obtain their certification in a more cost effective manner. All of the information below is the same no matter which way you go.
Application to CCO is required to obtain a test site and two weeks prior to the exam each applicant is required to turn in their applications to either Total Equipment Training or to IAI. An application is also required to CCO in order to set up the practical testing and obtain a CAD report, which is what the examiner uses to ready the course for testing. There is also a charge for the weight and course rental, in addition to manuals and delivery fees.
The process begins with a 3-day classroom preparation which includes core, specialty and load charts. On the fourth day will be the exam in the morning and you will be given 4 hours to complete the exam. You may choose up to three specialties to test on. Each section consists of it’s own separate questions.
Upon completion of your written exam you have one year to obtain your practical exam. If you are unable to pass your practical exam you will be required to retake your written exam in order to obtain your CCO certification.
During the exam our trainer will be outside setting up the CCO course in preparation for your practical hands on preparation. After you are finished taking the exam you may head outside to begin your hands on training. Depending upon your experience level you will probably need anywhere from 1-3 days to feel confident that you will pass your CCO practical examination.
The course has been set up per CCO specifications with the CAD report that is specific to your crane. The practical exam is a timed exam. Upon passing both parts of the CCO process, you will receive your CCO card, which is good for 5 years.
Before the expiration date, you will need to be recertified. This includes passing another written exam and continuing to meet all of CCO requirements. Recertification candidates who need to take the Practical Exam for any reason, however, must do so before their certification expires. Candidates whose certification has lapsed must take both the regular Written and Practical Examinations again to be certified again.
The Recertification Written Examinations consist of a Core Examination in crane operation and up to four Specialty Examinations. The Core Recertification Examination has 40 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 45 minutes. Each Specialty Recertification Examination consists of 10 multiple-choice questions with a time limit of 30 minutes. Four of the questions in each Specialty Exam are load chart questions. Upon passing this recertification test, you will receive your updated CCO card which is good for another 5 years. Please remember that you must also keep up with updated your physical information with your employer and this information must be kept in your employee file at all times.
Remember that we also offer CCO rigger and signal training in addition to all heavy equipment vehicles. You may also want to brush up on your 10 hour OSHA and scaffolding training. Vehicle inspections must be completed yearly and we can handle all of that for you.