CAWP News 11-10

Looking for information on OSHA’s New Crane Rule?

CAWP has compiled the most current information on OSHA’s new crane rule all in one location for easy access. Here you will find a wealth of resources, such as rule summaries, frequently asked questions, competent person requirements, signal person requirements, etc.

Also, you will find upcoming CAWP training courses, Union training courses, and AGC resources so that your workforce is knowledgeable and compliant with the new crane rule.

The new rule was issued on July 28, 2010 by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The previous rule, which dated back to 1971, was based on 40-year-old standards. The rule will take effect November 8, 2010.

The new rule is designed to prevent the leading causes of fatalities, including electrocution, crushed-by/struck-by hazards during assembly/disassembly, collapse and overturn.

This information can be accessed on CAWP’s website page http://www.cawp.org/Safety/Cranes.aspx.