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Construction crane certification

Certification after completing the course

To obtain certification for operating a construction crane, participants must complete a theoretical construction crane course. The course provides theoretical certification for: 

  • Tower cranes (AB) 

  • Harbor cranes >18 tm (AH) – Category A 

Courses for bridge crane certification are not offered by the Administration of Occupational Safety and Health (AOSH). 

The minimum age requirement for the course is 16. years. Three months before turning 17 individuals may begin practical training on costruction cranes, provided they are supervised by a certified crane instructor. To obtain full construction crane certification, the individual must be at least 17 years old and hold a valid driver’s license for a ca

About the Course

When is the course offered?

Construction crane certification courses are taught on demand.

Course structure

The course is taught over three days, usually during work hours from (9:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Most sessions are conducted online via the Teams online meeting platform. 

Participants therefore need an internet-connected computer with a microphone and speakers, (or headphones). 

Course content 

  • Day 1: Preparatory session covering occupational safety, physics, hydraulics, mechanics, batteries, and excavation safety. 

  • Days 2 and 3: Focus on tower cranes and related topics. 

Examination

The course concludes with a written multiple-choice exam. The exams  are held at the AOSH offices or at partners.

Other languages 

  • English: Courses are held based on demand. 

  • Polish: Courses are held based on demand. 

Price

51.800 ISK

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