With nearly 50 years of experience in the crane and hoist industry, MHS Crane is committed to keeping its technicians and inspectors trained, knowledgeable, and up to date with current industry standards. Proper training and certification are essential for maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient crane operations.
MHS Crane has had its inspectors and technicians certified under CMAA 78 specifications, established by the Crane Manufacturers Association of America. This certification helps ensure that the professionals working on your crane have the knowledge and practical skills required to identify potential issues, perform repairs, and maintain equipment according to recognized industry standards.
What Is CMAA 78 Certification?
CMAA 78 certification establishes training and qualification requirements for crane technicians and inspectors. The specification was originally introduced in 2002 and revised in 2015 to help promote consistent training and professional competency within the crane industry.
For businesses that depend on overhead cranes and other lifting equipment, working with certified crane technicians provides an added level of confidence. Properly trained professionals understand the mechanical, structural, and electrical components of crane systems and know how to identify deficiencies that could affect equipment performance and workplace safety.
Why Certified Crane Technicians Matter
Cranes play an important role in manufacturing, industrial, and material handling operations. When properly maintained, they can support efficient operations while helping reduce the risk of equipment-related workplace accidents.
Regular crane inspections, maintenance, and repairs should be performed by qualified professionals who understand applicable industry standards. Certified crane technicians are trained to evaluate crane components, identify deficiencies, and perform necessary repairs using the appropriate tools, equipment, and procedures.
Choosing a certified professional can help ensure that critical crane equipment receives the attention it requires to operate safely and reliably.
Requirements for CMAA 78 Certified Crane Technicians
Becoming a CMAA 78 certified crane technician requires relevant industry experience and technical training. Crane repair technicians must have completed approximately 2,000 hours of relevant work experience before completing the certification process.
Technicians must demonstrate that they can identify and repair crane deficiencies across several areas, including:
- Mechanical systems
- Structural components
- Electrical systems and wiring
- Machinery alignment
- Basic trade skills
- Crane maintenance and repair
- Proper use of tools and equipment
- Job-site safety practices
This combination of hands-on experience and formal training helps technicians develop the skills needed to work effectively on complex crane systems.
CMAA 78 Crane Inspection Training
Crane inspectors have additional responsibilities because they must understand applicable industry codes, standards, and safety requirements. Staying current with changing regulations is an important part of performing accurate and reliable crane inspections.
To keep their knowledge current, inspectors must receive inspection training every two years, with the training documented by an official agency. This ongoing education helps ensure that inspectors remain familiar with current requirements and best practices.
Practical Testing for Crane Professionals
Training and coursework are only part of the certification process. After completing the required training and experience requirements, technicians and inspectors must demonstrate their knowledge and skills through a practical examination.
This practical assessment helps verify that professionals can apply what they have learned in real-world crane service and inspection situations before working in the field.
Why Crane Repairs Should Be Performed by Certified Professionals
It may be tempting for businesses to rely on in-house personnel who have general maintenance experience to handle crane repairs. However, general maintenance knowledge does not necessarily mean that an individual has the specialized training required for crane repair, inspection, and safety compliance.
Crane systems involve critical mechanical, structural, and electrical components. Incorrect repairs or missed deficiencies can affect equipment performance and create serious safety concerns.
Working with certified crane technicians gives businesses access to professionals who have the training and experience needed to evaluate crane equipment, identify potential problems, and perform repairs according to industry standards.
Choose Qualified Professionals for Crane Maintenance
Proper crane maintenance is an important part of maintaining safe and productive industrial operations. From routine inspections to complex repairs, qualified professionals can help identify issues before they become larger equipment or safety problems.
With decades of experience in the crane and hoist industry and certified technicians and inspectors, MHS Crane is committed to providing knowledgeable crane repair, inspection, and maintenance services that meet industry standards.
When it comes to critical lifting equipment, certification is more than a title. It represents the training, experience, and professional knowledge required to work on cranes safely and effectively.