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Crane Institute of America LLC

4.9

149 Google Reviews

Great experience! I learned a lot with Jim about rigging and safety.Clean facilities and great coffee.
Kevin Borges
Kevin Borges
a year ago
Very easy to follow. Class was full of good information that I can take back and apply at work.
Kathy Lemley
Kathy Lemley
a year ago
Outstanding!, institute for cranes and MEWP training. The instructor focus on key areas on safety of arial devices and past experiences with dangers of these units. They made sure that students understand the criteria of the course. 5 stars is a understatement for this institute.
Geoffrey Reimer
Geoffrey Reimer
10 months ago
Dubb's is a great instructor, and we really enjoyed the mobile crane inspector online course. Would definitely recommend any course that he teaches. Sincerely Jared Brooks
Lindsey Brooks
Lindsey Brooks
11 months ago
Nice facility in a good part of town. The instructors are knowledgeable. The class is structured to go over everything thing you’ll need to know for the test. Overall great experience, walked out with a lot of great information.
Matt Hall
Matt Hall
3 years ago

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Ensuring Safe Operations: Industrial Crane Safety Training

By James Headley, CEO of the Crane Institute of America (CIA) and the Crane Institute Certification (CIC) Overhead cranes are essential to efficiency and production in light to heavy industrial operations. They enable workers to lift and move all types, shapes and sizes of material, fabrications and machinery safely, quickly and precisely from place to […]

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Avoiding Crane Accidents: Proper Training and Awareness Can Reduce Risk

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Signal Savvy: Why Proper Training for Crane Signalpersons Is Crucial
Signal Savvy: Why Proper Training for Crane Signalpersons Is Crucial

By James Headley, Founder & CEO of Crane Institute of America (CIA) and Crane Institute Certification (CIC) Rail-mounted overhead cranes are a backbone of many factories, mills, and industrial plants. While these cranes are often operated from the floor using wired or wireless remotes, certain situations demand an extra layer of safety and precision—enter the […]

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