OSHA has updated their safety guide, which was designed to keep workers safe from the many hazards of tree removal, when on the job.

Here’s some exciting news: Our NJ Crane Expert trainers are teaching knuckleboom manufacturers exactly how to safely operate the equipment they build.

We are always asked what the difference between NCCCO and NCCER is, and while there are actually many differences in the processes and requirements for each, they are equivalent in the eyes on OSHA and ANSI.

You may have seen we recently brought on 5 new trainers - they all come from different backgrounds and have an interest in training for different reasons. For Erick, he knows firsthand the doors that education and training can open, and he wants to give back and hold the door open for others.

We’ve got exciting news: our NJ Crane Expert trainers are branching out into a new event. Don’t worry, they are not leafing us forever. See what we did there? Bad tree puns aside, you know that we are seriously committed to all things safety related, which is why we are proud to sponsor Crane Safety Climber School through The Crane Man Inc.

Petzl’s Professional Division welcomes seventeen additional training organizations to the Petzl Technical Partner Program in the US and Canadian markets.

After years of debate the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) passed a new crane certification requirement that likely impacts you as either an industry professional or business owner.

NJ Crane Expert is excited to announce that we are joining the Petzl Technical Partner (PTP) Network!

Construction jobs require product to be hoisted by a crane to work safely and efficiently. Without crane operators included on construction, work could be significantly compromised.

The Unboxing Ring is a product spotlight area of TCI EXPO that provides select exhibitors the opportunity to feature their newest products and tree climbing gear.

If the thought of an OSHA inspection has you shaking, I don’t blame you! But, let’s take a minute to remind ourselves that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is not the enemy.

I am assuming you are reading this because you have learned that you are in a high-risk occupation that is more likely to land you with a friendly visit from an OSHA compliance officer.

Fun fact: not every OSHA inspection is an on-site inspection. If OSHA receives a complaint that is deemed lower priority, this can often be dealt with through phone/fax investigations.