CCO Certification

CCO Certification Committed to Quality, Integrity, and Fairness in Testing since 1995 CCO Values:
• Quality
• Integrity
• Fairness
• Excellence
• Service
• Respect

Founded in 1995, CCO is a non-profit organization dedicated to establishing safe load handling equipment operation standards across various industries. By offering comprehensive and independent assessments, CCO aims to improve safety, reduce risks, enhance performance, promote training, and recognize professionals in the field. Developed by industry representatives, CCO's diverse Board of Director

s and Commissioners reflect its commitment to the industry and various stakeholders alike. Combining load handling expertise with psychometric know-how and incorporating input from OSHA and ANSI/ASME committees, CCO creates valid and effective examinations to ensure proficiency among operators. Having only qualified people around and operating this equipment benefits employers, operators, and the general public alike.

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CCO Mission:
CCO is a non-profit organization with a mission to develop effective performance standards; provide fair, valid, and reliable assessments; act as an industry resource; and be the leader in providing certifications for those who work in and around load handling equipment. CCO Vision:
A lifting environment in which safety is enhanced by increased training, improved performance, and reduced risks of working in and around load handling equipment.

Not all credentials mean the same thing.📜 Certificate = Completed training🏛️ License = Government permission✅ Certificat...
05/31/2026

Not all credentials mean the same thing.

📜 Certificate = Completed training
🏛️ License = Government permission
✅ Certification = Proven competency through third-party testing

When safety matters, proof of skill matters.

CCO Certification delivers the Gold Standard in accredited certification helping employers verify competency and protect their teams.

Learn the difference. Choose certification.

Read more about certifications: https://www.nccco.org/nccco/news-center/archived-press-releases/news/2025/06/25/the-credential-breakdown

🏅  Congratulations to the 2026 CCO Employer Volume Recognition Award recipients! These organizations are supporting safe...
05/28/2026

🏅 Congratulations to the 2026 CCO Employer Volume Recognition Award recipients!

These organizations are supporting safer jobsites across the lifting industry through their commitment to certification. CCO’s Employer Volume Recognition Awards recognize employers based on certification activity reported on candidate exam applications, highlighting organizations actively investing in qualified personnel and industry standards.

When employers prioritize certification, they help create:
✅ More consistent workforce standards
✅ Stronger safety cultures
✅ Greater accountability across jobsites

As the industry continues to evolve, employers play a critical role in supporting competence, compliance, and operational consistency across projects nationwide. Congratulations, difference makers! 👏

🔎 Learn more about our CCO Certification’s Employer Recognition Program here: https://ow.ly/GeeB50Z5k4t

No matter which load handling certification you are preparing for, the CCO store has the study materials to support your...
05/27/2026

No matter which load handling certification you are preparing for, the CCO store has the study materials to support your success! 📖

From crane operator and rigger exams to signalperson and other load-handling certifications, the store offers trusted resources designed to help you feel confident on test day. With trusted ASME standards available in the store, it is easier to find exactly what you need for your specific certification path, PLUS they are cheaper than anywhere else and available instantly upon purchase!

Explore the materials offered and get prepared for your next exam with confidence. 💪

🔗CCO Store: https://store.ccocert.org/shop/

05/25/2026

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and service will never be forgotten.

🔴 Myth  #2: “All crane certifications are basically the same.“🟢 Fact: Not all certifications meet the same standards and...
05/23/2026

🔴 Myth #2: “All crane certifications are basically the same.“
🟢 Fact: Not all certifications meet the same standards and one-size-fits-all exams do not reflect real-world operation.

CCO Certification is nationally accredited and developed by industry experts, aligning with OSHA & ASME and recognized across jurisdictions.

Choosing the right certification matters because real-world operations demand knowledge that reflects actual jobsite conditions, not generic, one-size-fits-all testing. That’s why CCO's programs are developed by subject matter experts and built around nationally recognized standards.

When safety, compliance, and credibility matter, the standard you choose makes all the difference. Choose the Gold Standard. Choose CCO. 🥇

Share your certifications with your network easily with the updated 'Share' feature in your myCCO dashboard! 🤝You can no...
05/21/2026

Share your certifications with your network easily with the updated 'Share' feature in your myCCO dashboard! 🤝

You can now:
✅Share one or all certifications with your employer
✅Share your certifications to LinkedIn and Facebook with the click of a button
✅Add your credentials to your LinkedIn profile

Your hard work deserves to be recognized and seen! Let the industry know you are ready for the job! 👷

🔗Learn more about these recent updates: https://nccco.org/nccco/news-center/archived-press-releases/news/2026/05/18/cco-enhances-digital-experience

🚨Exciting Announcement!🚨CCO has implemented a redesigned, step-by-step photo submission and identity verification proces...
05/20/2026

🚨Exciting Announcement!🚨

CCO has implemented a redesigned, step-by-step photo submission and identity verification process within the myCCO Portal. The new process was designed to make photo submission smoother, easier, and more efficient while reducing upload errors and improving the overall user experience through real time AI-powered validation feedback and bringing you a mobile first design.

Follow the provided guided steps to:
1. Take a selfie
2. Take a picture of your government-issued ID
3. Submit

With the new process being a mobile first experience, we recommend using your smart phone to submit your profile and ID photo. 🤳

Upload your photo to avoid interruptions here: https://my.ccocert.org/

Read more about the new update here: https://www.nccco.org/nccco/news-center/archived-press-releases/news/2026/05/20/cco-enhances-digital-experience

Who’s responsible for crane safety before the first lift even happens?Assembly and disassembly is one of the most critic...
05/18/2026

Who’s responsible for crane safety before the first lift even happens?

Assembly and disassembly is one of the most critical and highest-risk phases of crane operations. That’s why CCO Certification’s new Assembly/Disassembly Director Certification is helping establish a stronger national standard for the professionals overseeing it all.

In our latest blog, Kellen Evangelista shares why he pursued the certification immediately after launch and why clear standards, planning, and accountability matter on every jobsite.

As the industry moves toward stronger A/D Director requirements, ensure your directors are leading the industry with the CCO A/D Director certification.

Read the full blog and see why this certification is gaining momentum fast. https://nccco.org/nccco/news-center/archived-press-releases/news/2026/04/07/a-d-director-spotlight-kellen-evangelista

We're excited to announce that we will be at the Energy Projects Conference & Exhibition (EPC Show) 2026 in Houston, Jun...
05/12/2026

We're excited to announce that we will be at the Energy Projects Conference & Exhibition (EPC Show) 2026 in Houston, June 16-17!

Join us at Booth at the world's largest energy projects conference, uniting the LNG Export, Power Generation, Nuclear Power, Midstream, and Petrochemical & Refining communities.

Learn more: https://www.epcshow.com/

Clear communication is the key to safe load-handling operations. 🗣️CCO's Signalperson certification provides third-party...
05/09/2026

Clear communication is the key to safe load-handling operations. 🗣️
CCO's Signalperson certification provides third-party verification of your team’s competency with the CCO Certification Gold Standard.

Developed by industry experts and aligned with OSHA and ASME standards, this program validates the ability to communicate effectively and safely on every jobsite through testing:

🚧 Hand signals — Precise, standardized visual communication
📡 Voice/radio signals — Clear direction when visibility is limited

Give your team the confidence that comes with certification and help ensure every lift is guided safely from start to finish.

🔗Learn more about CCO's Signalperson Certification: https://www.nccco.org/nccco/certifications/signalperson

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