Executive Order Protecting Worker Safety – Message to Crane Operators

On January 21st, President Biden issued an “Executive order on Protecting Worker Health and Safety.” OSHA is required to revise guidance to employers for providing workplace safety during the COVID-19 pandemic within two weeks.  The goal is to protect workers from contracting COVID-19. Mask-wearing mandates, state and local government partnerships, increased enforcement of worker health […]

Crane Operator Safety Helps Profits

There’s always pressure in the construction industry to get projects done on time and under budget. Some businesses might try to find ways to cut corners to maximize profit margins. The one area that you don’t want to skimp on is crane safety training. Hiring trained crane operators (full operator certification if they’re operating equipment with […]

Crane Operators Get High Tech Training

Gone are the days of exclusively learning on the job: Crane operator (rigging) training has become more rigorous and high-tech, reflecting the profession’s high standards. As specialists in the crane operator insurance industry, we follow the latest news very closely.  Virtual reality has revolutionized crane operator training. CIS partnered with CM Labs Simulations to add […]

Reducing Crane Accidents

To err is human.   According to the Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau, 90% of all crane accidents in the US are the result of human error. In addition to carrying crane operator insurance, crane operators must strive to improve safety. The Bureau of Labor Statistics records data on crane accidents. The most recent data […]