Crane Operators

In Nova Scotia, you require a certificate of qualification in order to operate a mobile crane, boom truck, overhead traveling crane or tower crane. This section contains all the information on course requirements, descriptions and locations, testing, certification and the appeal process.

Crane Operators Regulations Consultation October 2008

General Information

• Changes to requirements under the Crane Operators Regulations
• Certificate of Qualification
• Approved Programs (PDF: 47k)
• Schedule of fees
  
  

Examinations

• Exam Schedule
• Application for Certificate of Qualification
• Application for a Rewrite Examination
  

Examination Reference Syllabus for the Certificate of Qualifications

• Tower Crane Operators
• Overhead Traveling Crane Operators
• Mobile Crane and Boom Truck Operators, Class "A" and "B"
  

Appeals of Orders or Decisions

Any person aggrieved by an order or decision of the Chief Inspector or the Administrator may appeal, in writing, within 15 days of service of the order or receipt of the notice of the decision by the aggrieved person to the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board.