A new era for crane operators.

The day may be coming when crane operators must prove they're qualified before entering the cab; this report examines the why and the how behind that prospect In November 1989, a 350-foot tower crane collapsed in downtown San Francisco s financial district. It slammed into two nearby buildings, crushed vehicles, and left five dead, including the operator and the driver of a school bus.

Some believe this was the spark that ignited what has today become the hottest issue in the lifting industry: crane-operator competency. If you're a crane operator or a owner, this is an issue ...

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