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Home<\/a><\/span>\u203a<\/span>For Companies<\/span>\u203a<\/span>Industry Resources<\/a><\/span>\u203a<\/span>Cities That License<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n

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Jurisdictions that require a separate crane operator license in addition to national certification.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Visit the New York City Department of Buildings website<\/a><\/p>\n

CCO Certification Is Benchmark for New York City License<\/a><\/p>\n

New York City Approves CCO Rigger, Signalperson Certifications<\/a><\/p>\n

New York City Recognizes CCO Lift Director Certification<\/a><\/p>\n

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City of Philadelphia Crane Operator Licensing Requirements<\/a><\/p>\n

Philadelphia First Jurisdiction to Require Rigger and Signalperson Certification<\/a><\/p>\n

Philadelphia Requires CCO-Certified Crane Inspectors<\/a><\/p>\n

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Washington Crane Certifier Program (Washington Central)<\/a><\/p>\n

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