Crane Operator Certification
During the 2021 Legislative Session, major changes were made to §21-3D. HB2008 passed on March 18, 2021, signed by the Governor on March 27, 2021 and became effective June 16, 2021. The changes are reflected below.
WV Code Chapter 21, Article 3D - Crane Operator Certification Act
The following sections were repealed:
- §21-3D-4 Minimum certification requirements
- §21-3D-5 Denial, suspension, revocation, or reinstatement of certification.
- §21-3D-6 Effect of accident
- §21-3D-7 Penalties
- §21-3D-9 Reciprocity
The following sections were amended:
- §21-3D-1 Definitions
- §21-3D-2 Certification required
- §21-3D-3 Inapplicability of local ordinances
- §21-3D-8 Crane Operator Certification Fund fees; disposition of funds
The West Virginia Crane Operator Certification Requirement was repealed and will no longer be accepted to meet the OSHA standard;
On or after June 16, 2021, the WV Division of Labor will no longer accept or process applications and/or payments. All payments will be returned via mail;
All West Virginia Crane Operator Certifications issued in 2021 will expire January 1, 2022; and
Employers must ensure ALL crane operators are trained, certified/licensed, and evaluated according to OSHA Regulation 29 C.F.R. §1926.1427 Subpart CC.
For more information, visit www.osha.gov/cranes-derricks-construction or contact
Occupational Safety and Health Administration – United States Department of Labor
405 Capitol Street, Suite 407
Charleston, WV 25301